Weekend Getaway from Chicago and Beyond

The Alton area is the ideal destination for a long weekend or three-day getaway.

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Falling in Love with Calhoun County

Drive the Calhoun County Loop and stop in at Odelehr’s Roadside Market for fresh produce, experience the Barn Quilt Tour, or visit the Center for American Archeology.

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Watchable Wildlife

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Architectural Adventures

Take a tour of the Alton region to discover breathtaking scenery and architectural beauty scattered throughout its historic villages, towns and neighborhoods.

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Savor Your Time Together

What's better than a romantic, relaxing St. Louis area getaway with that special someone by your side, glass of wine in hand and scenic views that carry your worries a million miles…

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Spend Summer in Southwest Illinois

Get away to the Great Rivers & Routes region in southwest Illinois!

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Come Out and Play in Southwest Illinois

Cool breezes, the sun sparkling high in a brilliant blue sky, the scent of river waters and adventures:

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Showcasing Pride in Southwest Illinois

Pull out your rainbow flags and join the region in celebrating Pride Month! June is known as Pride Month worldwide and is commonly when LGBTQ communities come together and celebrate their hard…

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Great Family Adventures Await in Southwest Illinois

Ready For A Family Road Trip?

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Hear Untold Black Stories of Alton

Everyone has a story to share.

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Take a Hike! Best Spots to Stretch Your Legs

Lace up the hiking boots and head to the miles and miles of walking trails found in the Great Rivers & Routes region of southwest Illinois.

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Trip Idea: River Connections

Just 25 miles north of St. Louis on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway is truly a Midwestern treasure with stretches of roadway…

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