Southwest Illinois, IL
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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.

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 GCS Ballpark.

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.

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.

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Popular places to visit

Southern Illinois University
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.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
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.

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.
- Southern Illinois University
- Lake of Egypt
- World Wide Technology Raceway
- Rend Lake
- Scott Air Force Base
- O'Fallon Family Sports Park
- Giant City State Park
- Carlyle Lake
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds
- I-57 Drag Strip
- St. Claire Square Mall
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center
- Gateway Conference Center
- Ferne Clyffe State Park
- McKendree University
- Tunnel Hill State Trail
- Raccoon Lake Park
- National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
- FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing
- Blue Sky Vineyards
- Franklin County Fairgrounds
- The Edge
- John A. Logan College
- Southwestern Illinois College
- The Gardens at SIUE
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
- Greenville Country Club
- Salem Fairgrounds
- St. Clair Bowl
- Splash City Family Waterpark