Murphysboro Travel Guide
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
The room was very clean, bed was comfortable, employees were kind. The breakfast was amazing for a weekday morning! Omelettes, bacon (crispy and delicious), sausage, warm cinnamon rolls, beautiful apples and bananas, coffee, juice, breads, oatmeal, and more...everything you could want or need! Checkout ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Drury Inn & Suites Marion
Breakfast was very good. Dinner was fair.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Marion
Yes! They were curteousy
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Awesome
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Level Chicago – Old Town
The rooms were great. Very spacious, fully stocked kitchen and extremely clean. We loved having access to the 8th floor with the steam room, sauna, fitness center, game rooms, and socializing areas 24/7. Would love to experience it in the summer with the pool and outdoor areas. We were also fortunate ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Took advantage of the early check in option. Great communication - very clear instructions on the check in process, checked back to make sure everything was going well. The apartment was very clean and well stocked. Even had a small balcony to enjoy coffee and the view. Having a full kitchen was ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Lake Murphysboro State Park
You can take time to visit Lake Murphysboro State Park during your travels to Murphysboro. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Kinkaid Village Marina
Explore the waterfront in Murphysboro with a trip to Kinkaid Village Marina. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center
Enjoy a round of golf in Murphysboro at Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Town Square
After visiting Town Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Murphysboro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Longfellow Park
Longfellow Park is just one of the places to see in Murphysboro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Saint Joseph Memorial Hospital
If Saint Joseph Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Murphysboro.
- General John A. Logan Museum
- Southern Illinois University
- Shawnee National Forest
- Lake of Egypt
- Giant City State Park
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds
- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
- John A. Logan College
- Blue Sky Vineyards
- Hunter Valley Winery
- Williamson County Fairgrounds
- Trail of Tears State Park
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
- Southern Illinois Healthcare
- Pinckneyville Fairgrounds







