Interstate 55: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

This self-guided GPS audio tour brings to life the land, the towns, the people, and history to the places and sights you pass as you travel along Interstate 55 from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL. I

This self-guided GPS audio tour brings to life the land, the towns, the people, and history to the places and sights you pass as you travel along Interstate 55 from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL. It transforms a monotonous ride into an stimulating, enjoyable, and no longer boring journey. A safety note: Always focus on the road, drive safely, and obey all traffic laws. Nothing on this tour requires your immediate or prolonged attention. If something you hear inspires you to explore an attraction further, turn off at the next exit and take local roads to where the attraction is located. Your best view of every attraction is NOT from the Interstate, so do not pull over or slow down because of the tour. The audio plays automatically at the right time and place using your phone's GPS and the VoiceMap app.

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Location: St Louis

What's Included

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Can you use this tour if you're not familiar with the area? Is it good for a first-time visitor?

A: Absolutely! This tour is designed to engage both locals and first-timers. The audio gives a ton of insight into the history, culture, and landmarks, making it perfect for anyone. Plus, it’s a great way to explore St. Louis to Springfield without getting bored on the road. Just remember to stop at the attractions you’re interested in!

Q: What's the best way to prepare for this driving tour? Do I need anything special?

A: Just make sure you have the VoiceMap app installed and that it’s updated! Bring some snacks and drinks for the road. It’s also good to have a charging cable for your phone – you’ll want to keep it plugged in if you’re using GPS. Wear comfy clothes because you might be sitting for a while, but you can easily stop whenever you want to stretch your legs.

Q: Is there any specific time of year that's best for this tour? I’m thinking of gifting it!

A: Spring and fall are honestly the best! You avoid the extreme heat and can enjoy the beautiful scenery. The trees along the highway are gorgeous with all their colors in the fall. Plus, there are a few local festivals in both seasons that you can check out along the way!

Discussions

Just did the Interstate 55 tour! Here’s my take on it!

I recently took the Interstate 55 self-guided driving tour from St. Louis to Springfield, and it was a blast! The audio was super engaging, and I learned so much about the history of the towns along the way. I especially loved the part about Route 66 – so nostalgic! If you stop by the Route 66 Museum in the town of Edwardsville, it’s totally worth it. I think it makes a great gift for anyone who loves to drive or wants to explore local history!

Thinking about gifting the Interstate 55 tour – any thoughts?

I’m considering getting this self-guided tour for my parents’ anniversary. They love road trips and history, but I’m worried they might get bored. How engaging is the content? Are there enough interesting facts and stories to keep them entertained for a few hours?