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Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

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Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Jonesboro, IL

There are 12 award-winning wineries dotting this 25-mile scenic drive. So you can end the day with a glass (or five) toasting the scenery - and crash in one of the many B&Bs along the way.

There are 12 award-winning wineries dotting this 25-mile scenic drive. So you can end the day with…

The 13 Most Romantic Places in Illinois!

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Doc’s Lakeside Cabin, Jonesboro, IL

Unwind and enjoy the surrounding nature at Doc’s Lakeside Cabin. Located in Southern Illinois, this romantic rustic getaway features fully-furnished cabin on the six-acre lake. Guests can relax…
Unwind and enjoy the surrounding nature at Doc’s Lakeside Cabin. Located in Southern…

The 9 Best Cake Shops in Illinois!

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Anna Baking Company, Anna, IL

The cakes at Anna Baking Company are almost too cute to eat! They’re decorated so beautifully and taste amazing. It seems this bakery has a keen sense of what their customers really want…
The cakes at Anna Baking Company are almost too cute to eat! They’re decorated so beautifully…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

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Trail of Tears State Forest, Jonesboro, IL

Hikers of all skill levels can appreciate abundant wildlife and lush vegetation at the Trail of Tears State Forest just north of Jonesboro. The hiking trails are open year around, some of which are…
Hikers of all skill levels can appreciate abundant wildlife and lush vegetation at the Trail of…

The 8 Best Guided Tours in Illinois!

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Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour, Makanda, IL

Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour is perfect for adrenaline junkies, thrill seekers, and nature-lovers who want a close-up experience with beautiful Southern Illinois. Visitors can zip through over 80 acres…
Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour is perfect for adrenaline junkies, thrill seekers, and nature-lovers who…

The 10 Best Camping Spots in Illinois!

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Giant City State Park, Makanda, IL

Horseback riding, fishing, hiking, and rock climbing are just some activities campers can enjoy at Giant City State Park near Makanda. This breathtaking state park features giant sandstone bluffs…
Horseback riding, fishing, hiking, and rock climbing are just some activities campers can enjoy at…

13 Perfect Illinois Getaways!

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Giant City State Park Lodge, Makanda, IL

Enjoy Southern Illinois hospitality at the Giant City Lodge, where you can relax and appreciate nature. The lodge features a massive stone fireplace in the Great Room with a wrap-around balcony. The…
Enjoy Southern Illinois hospitality at the Giant City Lodge, where you can relax and appreciate…

The 15 Best Picnic Spots in Illinois!

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Giant City State Park, Makanda, IL

Known for its giant sandstone rock structures, Giant City State Park offers unlimited exploration through stunning natural landscapes. Numerous picnic facilities are available throughout the park and…
Known for its giant sandstone rock structures, Giant City State Park offers unlimited exploration…

The 9 Best Wineries in Illinois!

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Blue Sky Vineyard, Makanda, IL

Blue Sky Vineyard grows their grapes with precision to ensure only the highest quality Illinois wines. This beautiful Tuscan-inspired winery makes for a tranquil wine tasting experience in Southern…
Blue Sky Vineyard grows their grapes with precision to ensure only the highest quality Illinois…

15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

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Abandoned Town of Cairo, Cairo, IL

Explore what’s left of an eerie town abandoned many years ago. The ghost town of Cairo was once the home of much racial tension in the early 1900s, and a lack of civil rights continued for…
Explore what’s left of an eerie town abandoned many years ago. The ghost town of Cairo was…
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The 13 Most Romantic Places in Illinois!

Doc’s Lakeside Cabin, Jonesboro, IL

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Unwind and enjoy the surrounding nature at Doc’s Lakeside Cabin. Located in Southern Illinois, this romantic rustic getaway features fully-furnished cabin on the six-acre lake. Guests can relax… Read More
The 8 Best Guided Tours in Illinois!

Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour, Makanda, IL

Featured in The 8 Best Guided Tours in Illinois!
Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour is perfect for adrenaline junkies, thrill seekers, and nature-lovers who want a close-up experience with beautiful Southern Illinois. Visitors can zip through over 80 acres… Read More
The 10 Best Camping Spots in Illinois!

Giant City State Park, Makanda, IL

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Horseback riding, fishing, hiking, and rock climbing are just some activities campers can enjoy at Giant City State Park near Makanda. This breathtaking state park features giant sandstone bluffs… Read More
The 9 Best Cake Shops in Illinois!

Anna Baking Company, Anna, IL

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The cakes at Anna Baking Company are almost too cute to eat! They’re decorated so beautifully and taste amazing. It seems this bakery has a keen sense of what their customers really want… Read More
10 Best Diners in Illinois

Mary Lou’s Grill, Carbondale, IL

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Head to Mary Lou’s Grill for a taste of Carbondale. It’s best known for its famously fantastic biscuits and gravy which will have you hooked after just one bite.

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10 Best Piercing Shops in Illinois

Unique Ink Custom Tattoos, Marion, IL

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It’s not just the tattoos that are unique at Unique Ink: the quality you’ll find for your piercings truly is unmatched throughout the area. Book your appointment and get a fantastic new… Read More
The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

Trail of Tears State Forest, Jonesboro, IL

Featured in The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!
Hikers of all skill levels can appreciate abundant wildlife and lush vegetation at the Trail of Tears State Forest just north of Jonesboro. The hiking trails are open year around, some of which are… Read More
10 Best Buffets in Illinois

India Delight, Marion, IL

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India Delight is a popular Marion restaurant and the ultimate go-to in the area for fabulous Indian cuisine. It’s particularly famous for its dinner buffet, so stop in for a range of… Read More
The 10 Best Thrift Stores in Illinois!

The Thrift Shop, Carbondale, IL

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The Thrift Shop is a clean shop boasting lower prices than the popular chain thrift shops. Customers claim you can find many unique second-hand “treasures” here at unbeatable prices.… Read More
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Events around Dongola, IL
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04

Saturday in the Park Music - Logan Chapman

2:00 PM
Blue Sky Vineyards, Makanda, IL
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Feb
18

Saturday in the Park Music - The Natives Duo

2:00 PM
Blue Sky Vineyards, Makanda, IL
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25

Saturday in the Park Music - Ryan Gilchrist

2:00 PM
Blue Sky Vineyards, Makanda, IL
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Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center

Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center
8885 State Route 37 South, Cypress, IL
The Wetlands Center was completed in November 2004 and is a high-quality destination point that fosters natural resources appreciation and educatio... Read More

Bald Knob Cross

Bald Knob Cross
3630 Bald Knob Road, Alto Pass, IL
The base of the cross is 1,034 feet above sea level and overlooks the Shawnee National Forest. Originally completed in 1963 with a restoration comp... Read More

Touch of Nature Environmental Center

Touch of Nature Environmental Center
1206 Touch of Nature Road, Makanda, IL
The mission of Touch of Nature Environmental Center is to enhance learning, promote professional development, encourage personal and interpersonal ... Read More

Goreville Skate Park

Goreville Skate Park
500 West Main Street, Goreville, IL
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Mermet Springs

Mermet Springs
6724 N Us 45 Road, Belknap, IL
About Us:Mermet Springs is a full service dive site and scuba training facility that offers on-site scuba instruction and travel. We strive for exc... Read More

Lucas Bros. Honker Hill Winery

Lucas Bros. Honker Hill Winery
4861 Spillway Road, Carbondale, IL
About Us: The Lucas Brothers' Honker Hill Winery is a family-owned winery and vineyard. In 1980, the family purchased 90 acres of land and develop... Read More

Pomona Winery

Pomona Winery
2865 Hickory Ridge Road, Pomona, IL
Open: Year-Round About Us: After making wines for over a decade, we broke ground for the Pomona Winery in 1989, opening as a licensed winery in 1... Read More

Carbondale Skatepark

Carbondale Skatepark
, Carbondale, IL
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SIU University Museum

SIU University Museum
Faner Hall, Mail Code 4508, Carbondale, IL
The University Museum has been a repository of artifacts since Dr. Cyrus Thomas was commissioned to begin collecting for a museum by the first boar... Read More
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