Title: Murphysboro Travel Guide: Best of Murphysboro, Illinois Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Murphysboro](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphysboro-Hotels.d55857.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Murphysboro](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphysboro-Holiday-Rentals.d55857.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Murphysboro Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Murphysboro.d55857.Car-Hire-Guide)[Murphysboro Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphysboro.d55857.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Murphysboro Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Lake Murphysboro State Park which includes a river or creek and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186677/653cb0cf-de6f-4f9e-a73f-18858257194c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Murphysboro State Park which includes a river or creek and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186677/653cb0cf-de6f-4f9e-a73f-18858257194c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Murphysboro State Park which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186677/6e75b305-196f-42f6-9583-a549eb8d60e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Murphysboro State Park showing signage and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186677/5b8b35eb-8b9d-47c7-aaee-d4cb233747b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Murphysboro State Park which includes forest scenes, autumn leaves and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186677/106f0286-acd9-4931-b9b4-a753e4e9aba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Murphysboro Things to do - Top hotels in Murphysboro - Top Holiday Rentals in Murphysboro ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63310000/63308800/63308723/2785ae14_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG 120 MUDDY MONSTER ROAD Murphysboro IL £91 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Murphysboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (520 reviews) Yes, very clean and service was great. Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=63308723&PinnedHotelID=63308723&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55857) ![On the Lake & Wine Trail & a Perfect Getaway for 16+ With an ADA Suite!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786000/74785961/6407dfa0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### On the Lake & Wine Trail & a Perfect Getaway for 16+ With an ADA Suite! Murphysboro IL Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Murphysboro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kite Hill Vineyards and General ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) We had a lovely stay! The space was perfect for our family gathering. Our host was very responsive and welcoming. The home has a great location and we were able to enjoy some lovely hikes in the Shawnee and delicious BBQ in Murphysboro! Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=74785961&PinnedHotelID=74785961&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55857) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=74785961&PinnedHotelID=74785961&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55857) ![5 Star Cabin LUXURY AMMENITIES W/POOL HTUB close to WINE TRAIL, HIKING, FISHING](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92471400/92471349/38da17c4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 5 Star Cabin LUXURY AMMENITIES W/POOL HTUB close to WINE TRAIL, HIKING, FISHING Murphysboro IL Stay at this holiday home in Murphysboro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Town Square and General John A. Logan Museum are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Everything about this place was amazing. The host was quick to reply with any questions, everything was stocked and very clean! Highly recommend this place to anyone! Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=92471349&PinnedHotelID=92471349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55857) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=92471349&PinnedHotelID=92471349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55857) [See all 335 properties in Murphysboro](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=55857) 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. ![5 Star Cabin LUXURY AMMENITIES W/POOL HTUB close to WINE TRAIL, HIKING, FISHING](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92471400/92471349/38da17c4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 5 Star Cabin LUXURY AMMENITIES W/POOL HTUB close to WINE TRAIL, HIKING, FISHING Murphysboro IL Stay at this holiday home in Murphysboro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Town Square and General John A. Logan Museum are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Everything about this place was amazing. The host was quick to reply with any questions, everything was stocked and very clean! Highly recommend this place to anyone! Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphysboro-Hotels-Embers-Of-Murphysboro-5-Star-Cabin-Sleeps-Up-To-12-GREAT-AMMENITIES.h92471349.Hotel-Information) ![On the Lake & Wine Trail & a Perfect Getaway for 16+ With an ADA Suite!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786000/74785961/6407dfa0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### On the Lake & Wine Trail & a Perfect Getaway for 16+ With an ADA Suite! Murphysboro IL Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Murphysboro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kite Hill Vineyards and General ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) We had a lovely stay! The space was perfect for our family gathering. Our host was very responsive and welcoming. The home has a great location and we were able to enjoy some lovely hikes in the Shawnee and delicious BBQ in Murphysboro! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Murphysboro-State-Park-Murphysboro.d6186677.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hickory-Ridge-Public-Golf-Center-Illinois.d6183574.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaid-Village-Marina-Murphysboro.d877134534714597376.Attraction) #### Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area 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. 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