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Willow Springs

Illinois, United States · North America

About Willow Springs

Willow Springs works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bridgeview, 25km from Route 66 - Chicago Start.

Willow Springs is a town located in Illinois, United States. With a population of 5,695, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Willow Springs 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 Willow Springs to your route.

About Willow Springs

The Mile-Long Bridge is the colloquial name for a 4,608-foot-long (1,404.5 m) bridge in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Illinois. The bridge carries Interstate 294 (I-294) over the Des Plaines River, the Chicago Ship and Sanitary Canal, two major railroad lines, and an intermodal facility. A series of 51

Read more piers carries I-294 over the broad Des Plaines River valley. In spite of its name, the bridge falls 672 feet (205 m) short of one full mile in length.

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Willow Springs 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 Willow Springs located?

Willow Springs is located in Illinois, United States, North America. The coordinates are 41.7409 latitude, -87.8603 longitude.

What is the population of Willow Springs?

Willow Springs has a population of approximately 5,695 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
5,695
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Illinois
Timezone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.7409, -87.8603

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Worth the detour from Willow Springs

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.

24 km · about 30 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.

24 km · about 25 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.

25 km · about 30 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.

25 km · about 30 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.

25 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Shedd Aquarium

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

25 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Willow Springs

  • 25 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.

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