Southern Illinois Travel Guide
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Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Splash City Family Waterpark and Gateway Conference Center.
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.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Garden of the Gods Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Equality. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
You can learn about the history of Collinsville with a trip to Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Discover the great live music in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
- Shawnee National Forest
- Southern Illinois University
- Harrah's Metropolis
- Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
- Lake of Egypt
- Giant City State Park
- Carlyle Lake
- McKendree University
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds
- I-57 Drag Strip
- Gateway Conference Center
- The Edge
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center
- Tunnel Hill State Trail
- Dixon Springs State Park
- Raccoon Lake Park
- National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
- Blue Sky Vineyards