The #1 Road Trip in America Takes You Right Through Illinois

For those who have a sense of adventure, there's nothing more exciting than taking a road trip that takes you through several states, or across America.

Stopping at hole-in-the-wall restaurants and diners, exploring small shops and boutiques, and having conversations with those from the local area. All things you would miss if you're flying to a destination.

Whether it's with family or friends, spending hours together in a car will create unforgettable memories with long chats, sing-alongs, or playing road trip games.

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If you're going on a road trip to visit family during the upcoming holidays, or looking ahead for a vacation destination to drive to next summer, here are the best spots in America where the open road brings a sense of freedom and exploration.

Most Popular Road Trips in America

From never-ending landscapes to charming small towns, road trips offer changing scenery and keep things visually exciting throughout the journey to your destination.

Unlike when you're in an airplane, you can take detours, stop wherever you want, and change plans on a whim when on the road. It's all about flexibility and embracing the unexpected.

According to TikTok, here are the 5 most popular road trips using the most views for each of these hashtags.

#AvenueOfTheGiants is the 5th Most Popular Road Trip in America

In Humboldt County, California, the road trip is "a drive through Northern California’s ancient redwood forests, allowing travelers to stand in awe of nature’s towering creations."

#PacificCoastHighway is the 4th Most Popular Road Trip in the U.S.

If you're out west, the PCH is a must and has been described as "a scenic drive that clings to the ocean and offers breathtaking vistas at every twist and turn."

#BlueRidgeParkway is the 3rd Most Popular Road Trip in the U.S.

Breathtaking views on this road trip will take you from North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains to Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park.

#GoingToTheSun Road is the 2nd Most Popular Road Trip in America

An unreal drive on the edge of a mountain that's located in Montana’s Glacier National Park. "This road promises ethereal views of glaciers, valleys, and pristine lakes, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts."

Most Popular Road Trip in the U.S. Begins in Illinois

#Route66 is the Most Popular Road Trip in America with more than 460 million views on TikTok of this all-American roadway.

Often revered as the “Main Street of America,” this stretch from Chicago to Santa Monica is not just a journey across states, but across time. -ShaneCo

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