Southern Illinois Travel Guide
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Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Gateway Conference Center and Splash City Family Waterpark.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, Kruta Bakery and World's Largest Catsup Bottle are top sights worth seeing.
Alorton
Alorton is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater East St. Louis area, you might plan a trip to Frank Holten State Recreation Area or Gateway Arch.
Historic Downtown Collinsville
Though Historic Downtown Collinsville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery.
Mulberry Hills
Though Mulberry Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery.
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
Everything was great. Clean rooms, great customer service from the front desk to the kitchen staff. We will stay here again!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
Lots of choices for the breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Pontoon Beach
The STAFF! We loved the staff and all of our interactions with them! They’re the most friendly humans :) the coffee machine in the lobby is also super fancy and I had the BEST hotel coffee I’ve ever had (and that’s a huge compliment because I’m super picky with my coffee). We felt super safe and ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Peaceful Robinson Home w/ Yard, Near Golf Courses!
Spacious Tranquility With Private Pool 4 Bedroom Home by RedAwning
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Popular places to visit
Southern Illinois University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Southern Illinois University during your trip to Carbondale. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
You can take time to visit Garden of the Gods Recreation Area during your travels to Equality. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area.
Superman Statue
You can learn about the history of Metropolis with a visit to Superman Statue. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Harrah's Metropolis
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Harrah's Metropolis during your visit to Metropolis? Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Eastern Illinois University
Explore the campus of Eastern Illinois University during your travels in Charleston. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Scott Air Force Base
After visiting Scott Air Force Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Scott Air Force Base. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
- Shawnee National Forest
- Southern Illinois University
- Harrah's Metropolis
- Lake of Egypt
- Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
- Giant City State Park
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center
- Carlyle Lake
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds
- McKendree University
- Gateway Conference Center
- St. Clair Bowl
- The Edge
- Effingham Performance Center
- Dixon Springs State Park
- Tunnel Hill State Trail
- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
- The Gardens at SIUE
