Madison County Travel Guide

Illinois

Sunset over the mighty Mississippi from Riverview Park in Alton, Illinois. Added bonus - At the park's gazebo, sunset was accompanied by a band was playing Star Wars and other sci-fi and superhero theme songs.
Sunset over the mighty Mississippi from Riverview Park in Alton, Illinois. Added bonus - At the park's gazebo, sunset was accompanied by a band was playing Star Wars and other sci-fi and superhero theme songs.
The old Chain of Rocks Bridge. Built in the late 1920s, it’s a mile long, and crosses the Mississippi River. It closed in the 1960s. nps.gov for more info.
Host to MS and HS cross country meets, this is a beautiful park with soccer, softball, and baseball fields.
When I am near anything that is advertised as "The World's Largest" anything I have to go by and take a look. In this case it is the World's Largest Catsup Bottle.

Popular cities in Madison County

Alton featuring a fountain
Alton
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Tours
Open-air events, artisan farmers markets and antique dealers plus civil war history and the mighty Mississippi River all await in this Illinois city.

Reasons to visit

  • Robert Wadlow Statue
  • Alton Prison
  • National Great Rivers Museum
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Alton featuring a statue or sculpture
Collinsville
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Trip time! Discover the sports, university life and local cuisine in Collinsville.

Reasons to visit

  • World's Largest Catsup Bottle
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Edwardsville
Edwardsville
Known for Universities, Family-friendly and Business
Trip time! Discover the university life, sports and local cuisine in Edwardsville.

Reasons to visit

  • Edwardsville Watershed Nature Center
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Godfrey
Godfrey
Check out the local area in Godfrey—home to attractions like Mississippi River and Mississippi Sanctuary-Olin Reserve.
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Highland
Highland
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Architecture
Explore Highland: its architecture, lake views, festivals and more!
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Staunton
Staunton
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Festivals
Experience upscale Staunton: its festivals, opera, entertainment and more!
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