Southern Illinois, IL

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Southern Illinois

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Eastport

If you're spending some time in Eastport, Splash City Family Waterpark and Gateway Conference Center are top sights worth seeing.

Eastport
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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 GCS Ballpark.

Alorton
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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, Kruta Bakery and World's Largest Catsup Bottle are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
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Historic Downtown Collinsville

While Historic Downtown Collinsville isn't home to many top sights, World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Historic Downtown Collinsville
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Mulberry Hills

While Mulberry Hills isn't home to many top sights, World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mulberry Hills
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
3 out of 5
145 North 44th Street , Mount Vernon, IL
The price is SAR 431 per night from May 4 to May 5
SAR 431
SAR 486 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mount Vernon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,304 reviews)
"Very nice!"

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
2 out of 5
1100 Eastgate Dr, O'Fallon, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 198 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 198
SAR 227 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in O'Fallon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Not as horrible as expected"

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
Quality Inn & Suites near St. Louis and I-255
Quality Inn & Suites near St. Louis and I-255
2.5 out of 5
1607 Pontiac Dr, East St. Louis, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 252 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 252
SAR 285 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East St. Louis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"By"

Reviewed on 30 April 2025

Quality Inn & Suites near St. Louis and I-255
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Secluded Rental Cabin on Southern Illinois Wine Trail, Private Hot Tub
Secluded Rental Cabin on Southern Illinois Wine Trail, Private Hot Tub
Buncombe
Stay at this cabin in Buncombe. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (291 reviews)
Peaceful Getaway
"Amazing views with cattle and evening deer. Secluded and private hot tub to unwind and relax. Perfect cabin!"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Secluded Rental Cabin on Southern Illinois Wine Trail, Private Hot Tub
HOT TUB! Fishermans lake house retreat
HOT TUB! Fishermans lake house retreat
Pontoon Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Granite City. Enjoy a garden, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Horseshoe Lake State Park and Splash City ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Was just as described in the ad very beautiful
"Was just as described in the ad very beautiful"

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

HOT TUB! Fishermans lake house retreat
Beautiful, LAKEFRONT Home at Lake of Egypt! Private dock, boat house and Beach!
Beautiful, LAKEFRONT Home at Lake of Egypt! Private dock, boat house and Beach!
Creal Springs
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Creal Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Lake of Egypt and Goreville City ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
Good
"Nice house and location, not a lot of parking space"

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Beautiful, LAKEFRONT Home at Lake of Egypt! Private dock, boat house and Beach!
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Popular places to visit

Campus Lake at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL.

Southern Illinois University

4.5/5(173 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Southern Illinois University, during your trip to Carbondale. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Southern Illinois University
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area

Garden of the Gods Recreation Area

5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
Monk's Mound covers almost 14 acres and rises 100 feet. A part of the larger ancient city of Cahokia that at its peak housed 10-15 thousand people.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Collinsville when you stop by Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Discover the great live music in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Superman Statue which includes a statue or sculpture as well as a small group of people

Superman Statue

4.5/5(104 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Metropolis when you stop by Superman Statue. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Superman Statue
Ferne Clyffe Waterfall Detail Goreville IL #detail

Ferne Clyffe State Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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.

Ferne Clyffe State Park

Harrah's Metropolis

4/5(91 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Harrah's Metropolis during your time in Metropolis? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Harrah's Metropolis