The Midwest Region
The Midwest is America's heartland - the Great Lakes, the soaring city of Chicago, endless farmland, and friendly small towns along historic Route 66.
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The Midwest at a Glance#
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The Midwest is the friendly, big-shouldered heart of the country - Great Lakes shorelines and one of the world’s great cities.
Why go / don’t miss: the architecture, lakefront and deep-dish of Chicago, the Great Lakes shores and Mackinac Island, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, and the Mississippi River towns of St. Louis.
Areas: Chicago (the hub); the Great Lakes (Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota); the river cities (St. Louis, the Twin Cities); and the farm-country heartland.
Getting around: fly into Chicago or Minneapolis; a car is best for the lakes and small towns.
When to go: May-Oct is the sweet spot; winters on the lakes are long and cold.
Where to stay: Chicago as a base, plus a Great Lakes lake town.
Dining: Chicago deep-dish, Wisconsin cheese and brats, Kansas City & St. Louis BBQ.
Local tips: Chicago alone rewards several days; pair it with a Great Lakes drive.
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