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What to do in Southwest Illinois
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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.
Carlyle Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carlyle Lake during your travels in Carlyle. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the churches while you're in the area.
The Edge
Take the family on an outing to The Edge during your trip to Belleville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
St. Claire Square Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at St. Claire Square Mall during your visit to Fairview Heights. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
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Eastport
If you're spending some time in Eastport, Gateway Conference Center and Splash City Family Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.

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

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

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.

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