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Rockdale

Illinois, United States · North America

About Rockdale

Rockdale sits on the route: 10 minutes from Crest Hill, 58km from Route 66 - Chicago Start.

Rockdale is a town located in Illinois, United States. With a population of 1,948, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Rockdale sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Chicago time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Rockdale to your route.

About Rockdale

Rockdale is a village in Will County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2020 census, Rockdale had a population of 2,012.

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Rockdale offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Rockdale located?

Rockdale is located in Illinois, United States, North America. The coordinates are 41.5061 latitude, -88.1145 longitude.

What is the population of Rockdale?

Rockdale has a population of approximately 1,948 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
1,948
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Illinois
Timezone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.5061, -88.1145

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Worth the detour from Rockdale

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Willis Tower (Sears Tower)

Iconic 110-storey Chicago skyscraper with a glass-floored Skydeck, once the tallest building in the world.

57 km · about 65 min drive

cafe

Lou Mitchell's

Serving double-yolk eggs and free Milk Duds since 1923, this Chicago diner beside the start of Route 66 is the traditional first breakfast of the Mother Road journey.

57 km · about 65 min drive

historic highway

Route 66 - Chicago Start

The 'Begin Route 66' sign on Adams Street at Michigan Avenue marks the start of the 2,448-mile Mother Road to Santa Monica: the classic photo stop before heading west.

58 km · about 65 min drive

museum

Art Institute of Chicago

One of the oldest and largest art museums in the US, renowned for its Impressionist collection and Grant Wood's American Gothic.

58 km · about 65 min drive

museum

Field Museum of Natural History

Home to Sue, the largest and most complete T. rex ever found, along with extensive anthropological and geological collections.

58 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Shedd Aquarium

Iconic Chicago aquarium on the Lake Michigan waterfront housing over 32,000 animals from around the world.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Rockdale

  • 58 kmRoute 66 - Chicago StartThe 'Begin Route 66' sign on Adams Street at Michigan Avenue marks the start of the 2,448-mile Mother Road to Santa Monica: the classic photo stop before heading west.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Rockdale.

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6 km awayPop. 21,153

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🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 3,314

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7 km awayPop. 2,459

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8 km awayPop. 1,872

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