Want to see another cool Illinois spot? Visit this small town along Route 66 that surrounds its main square with arcades. Woodstock has a list of accolades that's quite impressive. This quaint ...

CHICAGO (KTVI/WGN) – Small towns can offer a refreshing escape from the hustle of everyday life, and one town in Illinois recently earned national recognition as a standout destination.

The popular real estate and home improvement network recently placed Alton on its list of “50 of the Most Charming Small Towns in America.” It was the only Illinois spot featured.