Collinsville
From a gigantic catsup bottle to one of the largest pre-Columbian Native American settlements in North America, Collinsville offers a vast array of things to do.
All roads lead to Collinsville -- literally! The National Road runs through the city as does the Mother Road of Route 66. Enjoy dining and entertainment in Uptown Collinsville at the local brewery and distillery. Or how about a day at the family-friendly water park near hotels and shopping. Make sure to see Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Collinsville is home to Fairmount Race Track -- the only horse racing facility in downstate Illinois -- and is just minutes from downtown St. Louis.