What to do in Southwest Illinois, IL

Activities, attractions and tours

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Photo provided by Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau
Photo provided by Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau
Photo provided by Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau
Photo provided by Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau

Southwest Illinois Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Southwest Illinois has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Southwest Illinois, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Southwest Illinois with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Southwest Illinois

Southwest Illinois is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Southwest Illinois, and make it a breeze to explore Southwest Illinois and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southwest Illinois to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Southwest Illinois, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Southwest Illinois.

Southwest Illinois attractions

Southwest Illinois has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Southwest Illinois to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southwest Illinois.

Looking for things to do in Southwest Illinois can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Southwest Illinois or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southwest Illinois attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Most fun & popular experiences in Southwest Illinois

Tours & day trips

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Recommended things to do in Southwest Illinois

Number of things to do
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Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Immersive Potsticker Cooking Class in Chicago: £56
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Southwest Illinois


Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Southwest Illinois

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Eastport

While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Splash City Family Waterpark and Gateway Conference Center.

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 Arsenal BG Ballpark.

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Uptown

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

Uptown
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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.

Historic Downtown Collinsville
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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.

Mulberry Hills

 

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Day trip destinations from Southwest Illinois