One of the best places to cool off this summer is a small town ice cream parlor in Casey, Illinois that is literally located right next to a world-record-breaking attraction. You’ll come for the sights and stay for the amazing dairy treats made by this mom & pop ice cream shop.

Whether you like shakes, cones, or sundaes, you’ll want to try everything at this hand-dipped ice cream paradise. Check it out:

The Big Dipper in east-central Illinois is an iconic ice cream place that locals of this small yet popular town know and love. It is located right next to the World’s Largest Mailbox, which stands 76 feet tall.

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This small town ice cream parlor is family owned and operated. It is known for its premium dairy treats that make any day better, no matter the weather.

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The parlor does hand-dipped ice cream the old-fashioned way, but it will also turn its creamy delights into creative concoctions. Shakes, sundaes, cones, and much more abound.

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You can also get your ice cream on a sandwich. They come on sweet buns at this shop.

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Kids can’t get enough of the Big Dipper. From the amazing dairy treats to the giant mailbox, there is much to entice and excite the imagination.

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The store even makes one-of-a-kind ice cream cakes that will make any party even more amazing. Bring one of these to a birthday or baby shower or keep one around for your family to enjoy.

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Next time you find yourself in this incredible town, you must stop by this local favorite. There’s no better place to cool off on a hot summer day.

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The Big Dipper is open Sunday through Friday between 1 p.m and 8 p.m. as well as Saturday between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m., and you can get more information about it on its Facebook page.

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Guests can actually climb inside this giant structure!

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Address: 13 West Main Street, Casey, IL, 62420

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