Woods Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025
Popular places to visit
Robert Wadlow Statue
Stretch your neck muscles and gaze up at this life-size bronze statue of the World’s Tallest Man, with walking cane in hand and a smile gracing his face.
National Great Rivers Museum
Next to the wide Mississippi River is a museum filled with activities and displays explaining the history and importance of the river.
Lincoln Douglas Square
Stand in the presence of U.S. history, on the spot where Lincoln and Douglas debated as statesmen two years prior to a presidential race that changed everything.
Alton Prison
See the remains of a prison which was built over 150 years ago and which housed Confederate prisoners during the Civil War.
Riverview Park
After visiting Riverview Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alton. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Piasa Park
After visiting Piasa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alton. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
