This Road Trip To Illinois' Most Majestic Castles Is Like Something From A Fairytale
By Amanda Glandon
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Published February 02, 2017
Buckle up and prepare yourself for a road trip more magical than you’d ever expect! These castles hiding throughout Illinois serve many different purposes, but they’re all equally amazing. Below is the route we’d suggest; view the interactive Google Map here .
1. Ravenstone Castle (Harvard)
The best part about this gorgeous castle? It's a bed and breakfast, so you can actually sleep there.
4504 Route 23, Harvard
2. Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center (Oregon)
This retreat center is open to groups who want to spend a weekend away - in a castle, no less!
1922 N. IL Route 2, Oregon
3. Altgeld Hall (DeKalb)
Built in 1899, this castle on the Northern Illinois University campus houses an art museum and event space.
116 Altgeld Hall, DeKalb
4. Wayne Dunham Castle (Wayne)
This gorgeous castle is currently undergoing restoration, but it is still incredible.
5N648 Dunham Road, Wayne
5. Old Water Tower (Chicago)
Formerly home to a water pump servicing downtown businesses, this structure now serves as the Chicago Office of Tourism art gallery.
806 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago
6. Cook Hall (Normal)
This castle on Illinois State University's campus contains the school's music department.
200 S. University Street, Normal
Have you visited any of the castles on this list? Let us know in the comments.
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