2013 Travel Guide
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Kincaid Mounds
Kincaid Mounds Archaeological Site is 4 miles south of Unionville Road on New Cut Road, Brookport, IL Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site is a nationally significant Native-American archaeological treasure. From about 800 AD to 1500 AD it was the ‘capital' of a chiefdom that stretched from Brookport to Hamletsburg along the Ohio River. Large flat-topped mounds were erected on which the houses and temples of civil and religious elite stood. Today, the mounds still exist and a constructed overlook platform and interpretive panels tell the story of the significant contribution and historical value of this Native American culture.
CITY: Brookport
Strictly Outdoors Outfitters
This 12,000 Sq. Ft. store, just minutes from the Shawnee National Forest, has it all for the outdoorsman; fishing, camping, hunting & hiking equipment, boots, canoes, shoes, and even information on places to go and things to do in So. Illinois.
CITY: Harrisburg
Super City Dots
Featuring Dippin' Dots ice cream. Dippin' Dots is ice cream that is in the form of tiny frozen pellets. Ice cream with fun names like: Clark's Cookies and Cream (cookies and cream flavor), Lois Lime (lemon lime), Perry Berry (cherry berry), Jimmy Java (java delight) and Luthor Lemonade (lemonade) Also serving soups, sandwiches, wraps, pie, & coffee. Open Monday - Saturday from 10:30am to 8pm, and Sunday from noon to 8pm.
CITY: Metropolis
Dixon Springs State Park
Dixon Springs State Park is one of several state parks in the Illinois Shawnee Hills. Park visitors may enjoy the varied wildlife, take a swim in the outdoor pool or simply soak up the relaxing atmosphere of the moss-covered boulders, craggy overhangs, and rushing brook.
CITY: Golconda
Grand Chain Lodge & Campground
The lodge offers four spacious suites, each furnished with two queen-sized beds, a Jacuzzi bath tub, and access to the Observation Deck with a spectacular view of the Ohio River. If you want even more privacy or have a larger group. you can stay in one of our two fully equipped cabins that also offer Jacuzzi tubs, private decks overlooking the river as well as full kitchens and a loft bedroom. Each cabin sleeps six and offers, not only a beautiful panorama of the Ohio, but close up observation of an area teaming with wildlife.
CITY: Grand Chain
Mackie's Pizza of Harrisburg
The best place in Harrisburg for homemade pizza from the crust, thick or thin, to the homemade sauce and toppings. Also, great stromboli, 5 kinds of salads, and cheese bread stix.
CITY: Harrisburg
Farley's Cafeteria
A longtime favorite among the locals, Farley’s Cafeteria is known for their homemade cafeteria-style selections. Everything is homemade! Just steps away from the Superman statue, you can come through the line and pick from your favorite southern classics, homemade bread, desserts and more.
CITY: Metropolis
Shawnee Homeplace
Shawnee Homeplace is a two-bedroom brick home with modern comforts in the middle of 450 acres along the Ohio River three miles southwest of Rosiclare. Enjoy the trails, Ohio River frontage, abundant wildlife or the peace and quiet of the porch. Owner: Laura Lamar. Mailing address PO Box 329, Elizabethtown, IL 62931 Opening: April 2009 (1 rental ).
CITY: Rosiclare
Connie's at the Gambit
Located at the Gambit Golf Club, this casual restaurant features dishes such as the grilled rib eye with red wine glaze and sautéed flounder with swiss chard. For a group, reserve the large banquet room.
CITY: Vienna
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Heritage Festival & Duck Race
This festival celebrates the county’s rich heritage and history. The event includes exceptional period entertainment and activities including; 1800’s outdoor play, pageant, quilt show, duck race, area craft and food vendors. Festivities also include a period ball, a Regal Women’s Tea and live entertainment throughout the activities.
CITY: Elizabethtown
Pip's II
On west Boyton street in Marion. This bar has DJs, drink specials, karaoke, and we do birthday parties. We have a pool table and a jukebox.
CITY: Marion
The Limited Inn
Continental breakfast, indoor pool, kids stay free, cable TV. Hotel accepts all major credit cards.
CITY: Vienna
The Shawnee Grill
Casual dining offering salads, sandwiches, steaks, chicken, seafood & pasta for lunch & dinner. We seat 100 people.
CITY: Vienna
Little Lusk Trail Lodge
6 lodge rooms with full baths, fireplace and big screen TV with satellite dish.
CITY: Eddyville
The Refuge
1500 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, large living room. 4 twin beds, 1 king and 1 full bed. 1/2 block off Main St in Golconda. Boat parking available. All are welcome.
CITY: Golconda
Ferne Clyffe State Park
Features fascinating plants and geologic formations of the scenic Shawnee Hills. Trails wind past interesting sites such as intermittent waterfalls and the largest shelter bluff in southern Illinois.
CITY: Goreville
Tequilas Mexican Restaurant Harrisburg
Authentic Mexican food; the best in Saline County.
CITY: Harrisburg
Twin Bluffs B&B
Enjoy your stay in one of our comfortable rooms with your own queen-sized bed to relax in after an active day enjoying the outdoors. Private garden-patio entrance, scenic views and private stocked pond.
CITY: Buncombe
Flint Hill Vineyard
Flint Hill Vineyards began growing grapes in the Mid 1990's with the efforts of brothers-in-law, Louis Bertino and John Molinarolo. Louis had a vineyard of Concord and Niagara at his home site some years earlier. After courses in the development of a vineyard, two acres of vines were planted from cuttings acquired from an established Southern Illinois vineyard. The varieties planted were Chambourcin and Vignoles, French hybrids proven to fare well in our climate and produce fruit that vinted into excellent wine. In the late 1990's another two acres of vines were planted adding the Seyval Blanc variety, a proven and hardy producer.
CITY: Muddy
Blue House, The
This charming old house is located in the historic town of Elizabethtown on the Ohio River Scenic Byway, dating back to the late nineteenth century. The country style furnishings throughout the house will make you feel right at home. There are two bedrooms and two baths, plus a large living room and dining room. A full kitchen provides you the opportunity to prepare what you prefer or you can dine at one of the local restaurants. The large yard provides privacy but allows plenty of room for play. You will enjoy the great view of the Ohio River with your morning coffee, or while enjoying a glass of wine in the evening from one of the regions wineries. Owner: Larry Brinker
CITY: Elizabethtown
Williamson County Historical Museum
Located in an historic brick building in Marion, the museum features artifacts, antiques, and records of a bygone era. 17 rooms contain exhibits, including an old-fashioned school room. Tours may be arranged through the Marion Chamber of Commerce.
CITY: Marion
The Rose Hotel Bed & Breakfast
Built 1812, one of the oldest "hotels" still in existence; listed on the national register of historic places. The stately home with a sweeping verando and gazebo over looks the mighty Ohio River. Gourmet breakfast.
CITY: Elizabethtown
America's Best Value Inn-Marion
Motel with 90 rooms. Easy on/easy off access to I-57, exit 54A. Offers: Indoor pool, exercise room and many more amenities.
CITY: Marion
Motel 6 - Metropolis
52 room motel, offering an indoor pool and a continental breakfast
CITY: Metropolis
Lake Tree Inn & Suites
Luxuries suites located just off exit 45 on I-57 within walking distance from a gas station, convenient store, restaurant, and lounge. There are 20 rooms. Some facility amenities include a business center, free parking, pets allowed, suites, laundry services, hot tub/jacuzzi, complimentary breakfast, and an on-site bar/restaurant.
CITY: Marion
Super 8 Motel - Metropolis
Deluxe doubles, kings, suites and jacuzzi suites. Free continental breakfast. Outdoor pool.
CITY: Metropolis
Ohio River Recreational Area
RV campground with bathhouse, boat ramp and country store. Restaurant and lodge also on site.
CITY: Grand Chain
Country View Cabins
Self-serve continental plus breakfast stocked in kitchenette, hot tub, AC/TV/VCR/telephone and fishing pond. Hiking fishing, hunting, rappelling, rock climbing, golfing, horseback riding, canoeing and beautiful areas of the Shawnee National Forest.
CITY: Buncombe
Comfort Inn
Modern motel, built in 2000, with king and queen beds, indoor pool, continental breakfast, tourism information and more. Only minutes from Garden of the Gods Rec. Area and Shawnee Nat'l Forest.
CITY: Harrisburg
Lake of Egypt Carriage House
There are 2 units. Some facility amenities include free parking, outdoor pool, on-site fitness center, and hot tub/jacuzzi. The Carriage House is located on one of Lake of Egypt's finest waterfront homes. Enjoy three acres manicured grounds with rose garden, waterfall, fountain, swimming pool, boat dock, paddle boat, private patio with a stunning view of the Lake of Egypt.
CITY: Marion
Egyptian Hills Campground & Marina
Eastern side of Lake of Egypt. Facility offers full service, boat rentals, restaurants, bait, tackle, guide service, launching and RV rentals.
CITY: Creal Springs
The Book Emporium
17,000 sq. feet of books! Over 1000 cookbooks; classics, novels, religious & childrens section, collectible paper back romances, westerns, local and war books. Bring in your re-read books for trade; will special order on any book still in publication.
CITY: Harrisburg
Best Western - Marion Hotel
Best Western- Marion Hotel is conveniently located on I-57 at Exit 53, and is a short walk from Cracker Barrel and Twenties Hideout Restaurants. This hotel has 78 rooms. Some facility amenities include free parking, an indoor pool, laundry services, a business center, an on-site fitness center, and complimentary breakfast.
CITY: Marion
20's Hideout Steakhouse and Bar
The 20’s Hideout Restaurant serves up steak, seafood and live entertainment in roaring 20’s fashion. Boasting the largest wine cellar south of Chicago with over 1,900 international and domestic bottles on hand sure to satisfy the pickiest of palates.
CITY: Marion
kokopelli Golf Club
18 holes, par 72, winter golf, full pro shop, no club rentals, restaurant
CITY: Marion
Mitchellsville Country Store
Hot food, sodas, snacks, fresh baked Mennonite breads and desserts along with groceries and gasoline. Owners: Jim and Melissa Kuhlmann and David and Debbie Fox.
CITY: Harrisburg
Baymont Inn & Suites
Located along the Ohio River and walking distance to Harrah's, indoor pool, continental breakfast, in room coffee, free local calls, credit cards accepted and meeting room available.
CITY: Metropolis
E'Town River Restaurant
Floating restaurant right on the Ohio River, with fresh catfish served daily.
CITY: Elizabethtown
Drury Inn - Marion
Hotel with 131 rooms Some facility amenities include a business center, free parking, an indoor pool, on-site fitness center, a hot tub, on site-bar, banquet facilities/rooms, and complimentary continental breakfast.
CITY: Marion
Mack's Lake of Egypt
They offer new and used boats, seasonal slip rental, boat lauch, boat dock and lift sales, rental pontoon boats, rental fishing boats, full line of boating accessories, full convenience store, package beer, liquor and wine.
CITY: Marion
Pleasant View Lodging
Lodging nestled in the heart of the Shawnee Forest. One furnished cabin (sleeps up to 4) and one furnished modern modular home (sleeps 5-7) that includes all amenities. Perfect for travelers and hunters. Located on private ground that joins government land. Located close to Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock Trail, Pounds Hollow Lake, High Know and other recreational sites.
CITY: Elizabethtown
The Blue House
This charming old house is located in the historic town of Elizabethtown, and dates to the late 19th century. The country style furnishings throughout the house will make you feel right at home. There are two bedrooms and two baths, plus a large living room and dining room. A full kitchen provides you the opportunity to prepare whatever you prefer, or you can dine at one of the local restaurants. The large yard provides privacy but allows plenty of room for play. You will enjoy the great view of the Ohio River from the back yard as you have your morning coffee, or while enjoying a glass of wine in the evening from one of the regions wineries. The house is on the Ohio Scenic byway and can be your staging point as you enjoy the area’s scenic and historic attractions, such as Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest and Cave-In-Rock.
CITY: Elizabethtown
Backyard Burgers
Family oriented, dine in or carry out. They have a drive thru for convenience. Hamburgers are made from scratch.
CITY: Marion
28 - 29
Super City Blues & Ques
Friday night is the "anything but" competition, with open entries for entrees, sides, sauces and sweets. Each entry is $25, and monetary prizes up to $75 are awarded in each category. Vendors start selling at lunchtime, and live music starts in the afternoon. The beer garden will open in the late afternoon, and will be located next to the stage. Saturday is the Kansas City BBQ Society competition, with the grand champion winning $1000 plus a 6' trophy. Vendors will be selling all day and bands will start in the afternoon and play until 10:00 PM. Also on Saturday, there will be "touch a tractor" for the kids, and an arts and crafts fair for everyone
CITY: Metropolis
Allen Christmas Tree Farm
Choose and cut your own Christmas tree. Handmade wreaths and other seasonal gifts are also available.
CITY: Buncombe
Austin Acres Kamp Outback
Affordable family lodging, camping cabins, campers and primitive camping. One cabin has kitchenette, covered shelter, air, TV/VCR, wood burning stove, electric and water shower available. One cabin has sleeping for six or more, electric, water, grill and shaded area. We have excellent walking and riding trails on 40 acres. Horses welcome. Lots of shaded areas for tent camping and fishing pond. Pets and children welcome.
CITY: Elizabethtown
Lake Glendale Stables
Trail ride in beautiful Southern Illinois. Hourly to full-day rates. Over night pack trips and lunch or dinner outings. Group rates and boarding available. Great horses for all riders, experienced or not. Professional guides, cool wooded trails.
CITY: Golconda
Dec 31
Lake of Egypt Marina
Open all year boatmotor sales and service. Full service facility with launching available. Located on the east side of the lake.
CITY: Marion
Walt's Pizza
Casual family dining. Dine in or carry out, delivery is also available. Friday & Saturday 11am to 1pm. Lunch buffet Tuesday-Thursday from 11am to 1:30pm. Italian special items made fresh everyday.
CITY: Marion
Hampton Inn - Marion
Relax in our comfortable Marion hotel with a choice of thoughtful extras included with every stay. Our stylish guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs and free WiFi throughout the hotel. Enjoy a tranquil night’s rest in a clean and fresh bed and start your day right with Hampton’s free hot breakfast. Even if you're in a rush, grab a free Hampton On the Run Breakfast Bags, available Monday through Friday, for a quick, healthy meal to go. Cool off in our refreshing pool or work out in our well-equipped exercise room. Located close to a number of businesses, this charming Marion hotel offers a range of professional services. Catch up with work in the business center and make use of professional services including print, fax and copy facilities.
CITY: Marion
Holiday Inn Express - Metropolis
Interior corridor hotel with electronic locks, indoor pool and hot tub, exercise room and a free deluxe continental breakfast.
CITY: Metropolis
Bear Branch Log Cabin Restaurant
A rustic, authentic, log cabin restaurant set on the highest hill in Pope County. It is the centerpiece in The Bear Branch Horse Resort, a horse camp with 80 campsites and 6 cabins. Features down-home country cooking including catfish and steaks. The Rustic Log Cabin Restaurant, open Friday through Sunday, offers a quiet setting, great food, and a spectacular view. On regular weekends we open Friday & Saturday at 4 p.m. for dinner, Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. for breakfast. We also offer extended restaurant hours on Holiday weekends. Open all week during May and October (when reservations permit).
CITY: Eddyville
Crab Orchard Lake
Campground, fishing, boating, beach, picnic areas, country store, fishing tournaments.
CITY: Marion
Gray Plaza Motel
This motel offers affordable rates with a location close to I-57. It features clean and spacious guest rooms with cable television. Senior rooms are offered. Non-smoking rooms are also available.
CITY: Marion
Marion Carnegie Library
One of the few remaining Carnegie buildings is seated at the center of Williamson County. Originally built in 1916 and renovated in 1997, the library has the flavor of the early 20th century with the technology of today.
CITY: Marion
Pikes Hunting Club
Located 1 mile south of Marion on Rt. 37 on west side of road. Hunt from heated pits over flooded corn, natural wetlands food plots, and over 2 miles of levee controlled water on 100 acres. 530 total acres devoted to waterfowl hunting, excellent duck hunting. Corporate rates and custom packages available.
CITY: Marion
Jasones Bed & Breakfast
In 1906, this beautiful, historical home was constructed by builder W.J. Aikman, a native of Marion, a real estate tycoon, vice president of the bank and a farmer. “The Aikman House” as it became known served as the Aikman family’s home until 1938. This home was purchased in 2010 and renovated to include wheelchair accessible bathroom additions, three bathrooms for the bedrom suites, two commercial kitchens, a concrete patio and more. This bed and breakfast includes four guest rooms as well as a restaurant and gift shop. Room service is available until 8pm. Massage, nails, and salon packages available. Gift baskets and trays available by request.
CITY: Marion
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
Marion's newest hotel, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, is conveniently located off I-57 and IL Rte 13 adjacent to Rent One Park. The hotel location is minutes away from the Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) and within 15 minutes of Southern Illinois University. Leisure travelers can explore the local culture with area wineries, Marion Civic Center, Williamson County Pavilion & the Illinois Star Centre Mall. Catch a Minor League Baseball game at Rent One Park, home of the Southern Illinois Miners! As a hotel guest in Marion, Illinois, you have access to modern amenities such as wired and wireless Internet access, refrigerators and microwaves, hot breakfast and a 24 hr business center. After work or play, our indoor heated pool(open in July) and fitness center are a great way to unwind.
CITY: Marion
Metropolis Inn
Metropolis Inn offers double or single occupancy. Amenities include in-room coffee makers, indoor pool, high-speed internet, cable TV, and hot continental breakfast. Pet Friendly. The Metropolis Inn offers, nightly, weekly and monthly rates. Truck and RV parking is available. Located just off I-24 at Exit 37.
CITY: Metropolis
Michael's Motel
Locally owned motel. Clean, secure, boat hook-ups, ample parking and cable TV.
CITY: Golconda
Golconda Marina
One of the finest fishing and boating areas in the nation, this marina is the gateway to the Ohio River's Smithland Pool, constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The 619-acre full-service boat marina has more than 200 slips.
CITY: Golconda
Country Inn & Suites - Marion
Country Inn & Suites has 69 rooms. Some of the facility amenities include a business center, free parking, an indoor pool, an on-site fitness center, laundry services, pets allowed, hot tub/jacuzzi, and complimentary deluxe breakfast.
CITY: Marion
Horseshoe Bend Campground
Located in ridge above creek, over two mile creek bank fishing, natural marina on three mile creek, peaceful, scenic beauty.
CITY: Rosiclare
Odum Stables
Offers private lessons on gaited horses, indoor and outdoor facilities, lessons for all ages and skill levels and lesson packages available. Beginners, refreshers, pleasure or show. Home of several world champion walking horses. Call for reservations.
CITY: Creal Springs
America's Best Inn - Marion
50 rooms & 3 Jacuzzi suites. Offers free parking and accommodations such as complimentary continental breakfast and broadband internet. Some in-room amenities include hair dryer, microwave and refrigerator.
CITY: Marion
Jake & Norb's Gun Club
Bordering the refuge on N.E. corner. Traditional hunting of the highest quality. Only 2 hunters per pit with experienced mandatory guides, two pits, 1-water access, 1000 decoys, free snacks. Over forty-two years as an experienced club.
CITY: Marion
Bay City General Store
Come sit on the front porch where Tommy Lee Jones rocked during the filming of US Marshals. Enjoy a soda and a gooey moon pie and hear the cha-ching of a 1913 cash register.
CITY: Golconda
Comfort Suites - Marion
Comfort Suites - Marion has 64 rooms and offers facility amenities such as a business center, free parking, indoor pool, on-site fitness center, laundry services, suites, and complimentary continental breakfast.
CITY: Marion
Extreme Kids
Kids will enjoy three huge bouncers, two in-ground trampolines, and an awesome jungle gym with a ball pit and a 16-foot slide.
CITY: Marion
Ralls Grove Hunting Club
Duck and goose hunting, 1 blind, waterfront, decoys available. Lunch provided.
CITY: Creal Springs
Applebee's - Marion
Applebee's is an attractive, friendly, neighborhood establishment featuring moderately priced, high-quality food and beverage items, table service and a comfortable atmosphere that appeals to all ages. Applebee's menu features beef, chicken and pork items, as well as burgers, pasta and seafood, with a selection of signature menu items found only at Applebee's.
CITY: Marion
Bennie's Italian Restaurant
Small Italian restaurant with delicious authentic cooking. Made fresh everyday and homemade. Family oriented, dine in or take out.
CITY: Marion
The Purple Peacock
Offers 15 booths plus her own collection of gift baskets, glassware, jewelry, antiques, gifts, purses, vases, pictures and furniture. Located in the heart of the north Market Street antiques district.
CITY: Marion
Whitecotton Antique Mall
More than 10,000 square feet of antiques and collectibles located seven miles south of Marion on Route 37 and west on Whitecotton Rd., or take exit 45 on interstate 57 and follow the signs north.
CITY: Marion
Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center
Great food, snack bar, acrcade games, pool tables, laser tag, and redemption prizes.
CITY: Marion
Kay's Sugar Creek Cafe
Family dining, carry out or dine in. Delicious home cooked meals. Pies and cakes are made from scratch. Friday and Saturdays all you can eat fish fry.
CITY: Creal Springs
Olde Squat Inn Bed & Breakfast
Enjoy beautiful Southern Illinois in our original cabins from the 1800s. Cabins with fireplace, porch and Katy's country style cooking. It has 8 rooms and some of the facility amenities include free parking, park, full breakfast, packages available, pets allowed.
CITY: Marion
17th Street Bar & Grill
Award-winning BBQ. Family style dine-in and carry out. "Best Ribs in the U.S." by Bon Appétit Magazine and featured on the Food Network show, Bon Appétit Picks the Best.
CITY: Marion
Goddard Chapel
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this chapel was built in 1918 with a donation from former Marion mayor Leroy Goddard.
CITY: Marion
America's Best Value Inn
46-room motel across from Fort Massac State Park. Restaurants are within walking distance.
CITY: Metropolis
Motel Marion and Campground
Cable television, outdoor swimming pool, campground open year round, daily and weekly rates, campground has 24 spotswith water, electric hookups, dump station available.
CITY: Marion
Fazolis
Casual and friendly family atmosphere. Quick, fast authentic Italian food and reasonably priced. Offers dine in or take out.
CITY: Marion
Honeybakers
Nice cozy family restaurant and friendly atmosphere. Dine in or take out. Home cooked meals very good.
CITY: Marion
Pali Kai Chinese Restaurant
Tucked away behind the tower square, this Chinese restaurant is known for good food and large portions.
CITY: Marion
The Refuge
Full service, family oriented, dine in, carry out and buffet. Just about everything is homemade.
CITY: Marion
Warehouse Antique Mall
More than 11,000 square feet of booths in a century-plus old warehouse offers a variety of antiques and collectibles.
CITY: Marion
Little Egypt Public OHV Recreational Area
Little Egypt Off Road MC is a young club that aims to pursue, promote, and protect interest of motorcyclists in a social and athletic setting. They offer a public off road riding area.
CITY: Marion
Jasones
Homemade items at a reasonable price. Jasones prepares fresh, homemade food from scratch utilizing only the finest ingredients. Each Friday evening features your choice of 3 different entrees . Priced from 15.99 Call ahead to have your lunch ready at a specified time or for to go orders
CITY: Marion
Comfort Inn-Marion
Guests of the Comfort Inn hotel are invited to enjoy the indoor heated pool, hot tub and state-of-the-art fitness room. Includes: free wireless high-speed Internet access, free weekday newspaper and coffee, fresh-baked cookies and popcorn in the evening. Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors! All well-appointed guest rooms at this Marion, IL hotel offer high-definition cable television, a coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, hair dryer, alarm clock, iron and ironing board. Some rooms feature kitchen facilities, a desk and sofa sleeper.
CITY: Marion
