Hidden Gems on 72. An Illinois Roadtrip.

Join us as we discover three hidden gems, all within an hour's drive of Springfield, and all located on Interstate 72. It is an active day that includes, sightseeing, lunch and unique shopping on April 26, 2017,

Here is what is included:  Chartered bus service, lunch including any menu entree, non alcoholic beverage of your choice, tour of the Allerton Gardens with a volunteer, guide, a chance to shop the square in Monticello, and a stop at Downtown Decatur to visit this award winning downtown revitalization, shopping at various boutique stores, as well as the Talbot's outlet. Return to Springfield that evening.

Cost $50.00 per person.  Space is limited.  Call our office to make your reservation.
 
After leaving the IECU parking lot via private charter bus, our first stop is the Allerton Park gardens located near Monticello, Illinois. We will be met by a volunteer guide to tour the formal gardens and sculpture walk.

Musicians Garden at Allerton Park

The Sun Singer at Allerton Park

Chinese Maze Garden at Allerton Park

Lunch is at the Three Ravens Pub located in Monticello.  You can choose any entree on the menu, a beverage, and dessert. Three Ravens is located on the Monticello square, a national historic district.  It is rated the number one restaurant in Monticello by the Trip Adviser web site.  Here is a link to the restaurant's web page. 

The Ravens Pub on the square in Monticello

 You will have an opportunity to shop the many small local stores located on and near the square.

Boutique shop on the square in Monticello. 

Boutique shop on the square in Monticello.

Boutique shop on the square in Monticello.

Finally our third hidden gem, Downtown Decatur.  Yes Downtown Decatur. And yes that is the smell of soybeans in the air.  The newly renovated Downtown is Decatur’s pride and joy! Take a ride on the free trolley with fourteen convenient stops that take you to boutiques, specialty shops, restaurants, theaters, Central Park, and more! Historic Merchant Street is home to numerous locally-owned shops and restaurants. The stores on Main, Prairie, and Water Streets offer everything from apparel and home decor to toys and gourmet novelties. The newly developed West Main Village, on West Main Street, offers a variety of quaint shops.

Yes that really is a Talbot's outlet located in Downtown Decatur.

Boutique shop in Downtown Decatur

Boutique shop in Downtown Decatur