Southwest 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, World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery 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 Arsenal BG Ballpark.
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 Gateway Conference Center.
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 Gateway Conference Center.
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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.
Ferne Clyffe State Park
You can take time to visit Ferne Clyffe State Park during your travels to Goreville. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Tunnel Hill State Trail
You can take time to visit Tunnel Hill State Trail during your travels to Vienna. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
World Wide Technology Raceway
Catch an event at World Wide Technology Raceway during your trip to St. Louis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're 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.
The Edge
Take the family on an outing to The Edge during your trip to Belleville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
- Southern Illinois University
- Lake of Egypt
- Giant City State Park
- Carlyle Lake
- The Edge
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center
- McKendree University
- Tunnel Hill State Trail
- Gateway Conference Center
- St. Clair Bowl
- National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
- I-57 Drag Strip
- Blue Sky Vineyards
- Raccoon Lake Park
- Southwestern Illinois College
- John A. Logan College
- Franklin County Fairgrounds
- The Gardens at SIUE
- Williamson County Fairgrounds
- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
- Sparta Country Club