Southwest Illinois Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Southwest Illinois
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
Quality Inn & Suites near St. Louis and I-255
Great place to stop for the night on a trip. The bed was comfortable. I didn't use the Internet much, but it seemed to work. Breakfast had cereal, eggs & sausage, waffles, yogurt, toast, and juice. Not a fancy place, but very good for my needs.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
Lots of choices for the breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Great as always
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Great location and comfortable living area.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Level Chicago – Old Town
Clean room cool staff enjoyed my stay will come stay again.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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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.
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.
Marion Cultural and Civic Center
Marion Cultural and Civic Center is just one of the places to see in Marion, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
- Southern Illinois University
- Lake of Egypt
- 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
- Tunnel Hill State Trail
- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
- The Gardens at SIUE
- John A. Logan College
- Southwestern Illinois College
- National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
- Williamson County Fairgrounds
- Greenville Country Club
- Blue Sky Vineyards
