Greater Saint Louis Air and Space Museum

Learn about the history of aviation in the St. Louis area. The Museum is located at the St. Louis Downtown Parks Airport and has Gus Grissom's flight suit, a collection of TWA artifacts, and a 1941 Meyers O.T.W. Bi-plane on exhibit.

CITY: Cahokia

Belleville Philharmonic Society

The nation's second oldest continuously performing symphony orchestra (1867-2005) gives concerts throughout the year.

CITY: Belleville

Grand Marais Golf Course

Grand Marais includes an on-site restaurant and pro shop.

CITY: Centreville

Moody Park (formerly Longacre Park)

Lighted tennis courts, playground, sand volleyball courts, baseball, softball, and soccer fields. a 1.5 mi walking/running path, concession stands, picnic pavilions, a large lake. The Midwest Salute to the Arts is held every year here in August.

CITY: Fairview Heights

Chouteau Island

Route 66 runs through the island which connects Illinois and Missouri. East side of the Mississippi River.

CITY: Pontoon Beach

Comfort Inn - Alton

From the moment you arrive at Comfort Inn, we want you to relax and feel at home. Our helpful staff is there to welcome you, and you'll find everything to suit your needs, including clean, comfortable, and well-appointed rooms with cozy beds. We also offer free high-speed Internet access. Feel at ease knowing that your satisfaction is important to us!

CITY: Alton

Martin/Boismenue House

Built in the 1790s, the house is designed in the French vertical-log style rather than the more familiar horizontal-log style. This is the oldest known residence in Illinois.

CITY: East Carondelet

Red Barn Rendezvous RV Park

30 sites, phone hookups, handicap access

CITY: Edwardsville

The Schmidt Art Center and Gallery

Over 350 permanent works, including a beautifully landscaped and sculptured garden, are on display.

CITY: Belleville

Our Common Ground

Our Common Ground is a nonprofit organization dedicated to growing local art by organizing mixed media shows in rural communities.

CITY: Lebanon

GCS Ballpark

GCS Ballpark is home to the Gateway Grizzlies, a professional baseball team in the Frontier League. This 6,000-seat venue plays host to nearly 50 home dates from late May through early September.

CITY: Sauget

Lincoln Theatre

The historic theatre features first-run movies, organ concerts, puppet shows, and other special events. Tours are available by appointment.

CITY: Belleville

The Lemming Armada Theatre Co.

Performances throughout the year include music, drama, and comedy.

CITY: Belleville

The Happy Cow

The Happy Cow offers homestyle cooking in a cozy, homelike atmosphere, and served with a smile from their friendly staff.

CITY: Caseyville

Fletcher Field

Located in Wodland Park, this ball field was named in honor of baseball player Athur Fletcher.

CITY: Collinsville

Frank Holten State Park

A great place to spot water birds, fish, boat, or play a round of golf. The park covers 1,125 acres, including two lakes and a wetlands area.

CITY: East St. Louis

Everett Moody Park at Longacre

This park is a ball player's dream with two lighted diamonds, including one with grandstand seating and a concessions stand. In the late 1990s this park hosted the Pan-American Games Junior Baseball Tournaments.

CITY: Fairview Heights

17th Street Bar & Grill

17th Street Bar & Grill offers a variety of award-winning barbeque and American favorites.

CITY: O'Fallon

Antique House Restaurant

Antique House offers delicious cuisine and drinks at a great price.

CITY: Belleville

Springers Creek Winery

Enjoy the cozy atmosphere of cushy chairs, antiques, and the welcoming hospitality of owners Sam Makler and Colette Andre as you sample a fine glass of wine.

CITY: Edwardsville

Andria's Countryside Restaurant

With such delicious dishes as Prime Beef Carpaccio, Fried Calamari, and Escargot en Croute, Andria's is a rare jewel of dining delight.

CITY: Edwardsville

Drost Park

Drost Park features a 7-acre lake, pavilions, 1-mile walking trail, boat ramp, playground, and restroom facilities. The University of Illinois' Master Gardeners keep it seasonally beautiful.

CITY: Maryville

Grizzlies Baseball Academy

The Grizzlies Baseball Academy is located at the U.S. Cellular Kid's Zone at GCS Ballpark, and features a three-cage setup for hitting and pitching instruction. On site is the Pro-Batter PX2 Professional Baseball System, a top-notch pitching machine.

CITY: Sauget

Don & Penny's

Family restaurant and bar. Dinner Thurs. - Sat. cooked by Penny herself. Darts, friendly bartender.

CITY: Alton

Mac's Time-Out Lounge/Off Track Betting

Order off the extensive menu. Why not try the real Southern-style chicken and dumplings or meat-lover’s pizza? You’ll find fair prices, large portions & excellent dishes. Try eating outside at the comfortable terrace-style beer garden. Your whole family will have a pleasant dining experience. Place your bets at the off-track betting parlor. Stay late for a cold one.

CITY: Alton

King's Point Sports Club

This sports club offers resistance training, aerobics classes, cycling, tennis courts and aquatics.

CITY: Belleville

Gateway Center

This facility features 50,000 square feet of flexible convention and exhibition space that can be configured for gymnastics, martial arts and dance/cheerleading. Each year Gateway Center hosts over 500 events, including state and regional gymnastics competitions.

CITY: Collinsville

Children's Museum of Edwardsville

Toddlers to 12-year-olds can enjoy the unique interactive exhibits and seasonal events at this fun children's museum.

CITY: Edwardsville

U.S. Ice Arena

This ice arena features two NHL rinks, a snack bar, pro shop and meeting rooms.

CITY: Fairview Heights

Loading Dock

Sit back, sip your drink and enjoy the serenity of the Mississippi River as it flows past The Loading Dock Bar and Grill in Grafton, Illinois at the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois rivers. Like being on vacation, it's the only place like it where you can sit by the water and watch the boat traffic on the river while enjoying stunning views of the palisades. Bring the kids along by day or at night, listen to live music while enjoying a full menu of hot fresh food served right off the grill. Make sure you begin your meal munching on a basket of chips dipped in the famous Dock Salsa!

CITY: Grafton

Grafton Harbor

Visit this "Key West" of the Midwest located where the Illinois River and Mississippi River meet. In addition to harbor faciltiies, a floating swimming pool and the Big Kahuna Bar and Grill, Grafton Harbor features a gift shop where boaters and landlubbers alike can find unique trinkets and treasures. Snacks, beer and wine, boating accessories and parts, clothing for all ages, navigational maps and gifts for that special child are all available.

CITY: Grafton

Three Springs Park

Three Springs Park is a multi-purpose facility with a lighted softball and baseball field that can be converted in to smaller fields for a total of six. Also at the park are tennis courts, soccer fields, basketball courts, and volleyball courts. a half-mile walking trail and playground equipment round out the amenities.

CITY: Shiloh

Clinton Hill Golf Club

Boasting some of the largest greens in the Midwest, the 18-hole Clinton Hill has matured into one of the finest public golf courses around, with a great blend of par 3s, 4s and 5s.

CITY: Swansea

Hy-Ho Cafe

Hy-Ho offers great food, affordable prices, and excellent service in a cozy atmosphere.

CITY: Belleville

The Quilted Garden

The Quilted Garden has distinguished quilting fabric, supplies, silk, ribbon, embroidery, classes, and gifts.

CITY: Edwardsville

U.S. Ice Sports Complex L.C.

An ice arena offering hockey leagues open skate and entertainment for all ages. The facility offers two rinks, a game room and concession area.

CITY: Fairview Heights

American Legion Post 58 Freedom Farm

40 sites, recreation building, lake swimming and fishing, boating, tent camping, handicap access.

CITY: Freeburg

Josephine's Tea Room

Enjoy a Girls' Day Out with lunch at Josephine's Tea Room in Godfrey. Fresh salads, soups, sandwiches and desserts made daily highlight the menu. While at the tea room, browse the many gift shops on the complex, including Josephine's Gifts, the Monticello House, Fred's Shed featuring discounted merchandise and the new Christmas House. Jospehine's is the perfect stop for a girls' day out shopping and having fun. Hours: M -F 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., S 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Open on Sundays in December 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.

CITY: Godfrey

Ron's Lounge

Ron's Lounge has hot sandwiches, pizza, cold drinks, and much more.

CITY: Lebanon

Stonebridge Golf Club

Stonebridge offers 18 holes of first-class golf.

CITY: Maryville

Mascoutah Country Club

This nine-hole golf course was designed by Darryl Stein.

CITY: Mascoutah

Chico's Restaurant & Lounge

Home of the hand-dipped double coated onion rings, Chico's offers daily food and drink specials. Burgers, sandwiches and wraps and pizzas are among the menu features. Karaoke each Wednesday. Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. and Friday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

CITY: Wood River

El Mezcal

Stop by for real homemade Mexican food. Can enjoy us at our Alton, Godfrey or Bethalto locations. Don’t forget the margarita!

CITY: Bethalto

Glidden Park

Home to newly added in-line hockey rink. Sitting on 30 acres, five tennis courts, soccer field and basketball court, walking track 4 to 10 mile.

CITY: Collinsville

Arthur's Barbeque

Arthur's offers delicious, homestyle barbeque with a wonderful smokey flavor to satisfy any barbeque lover.

CITY: East St. Louis

Crocker & Springer

Early American folk pottery is the specialty of nationally known potters Jan & Jonathan Wright. They create pie birds, butter crocks, Pennsylvania wide mouth jars and whimsical chicken banks among other items using a salt glaze to impart a distinctive orange peel-texture finish on these early-American style pieces. Visit the studio to watch the duo fashion clay into brilliant pieces of art. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

CITY: Elsah

Drury Inn & Suites

Fairview Heights is known for its close proximity to St. Louis and its very own Drury Inn and Suites. At Drury, we offer clean rooms, friendly service and a stunning amount of free amenities. We offer free wireless Internet, free hot food and cold beverages at the 5:30 Kickback®, free popcorn and soda in the lobby, free long distance calls and our free hot breakfast. At Drury, that means Belgian waffles, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausage.

CITY: Fairview Heights

Grafton Fudge & Ice Cream

Opening for business on September 1, 1987, Grafton Fudge, formerly Country Corner Fudge, has become a city landmark. The shop is located in the McClintock House, with is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1900, Mr. McClintock poured each block to build a hand made block house. The architectural style is Queen Anne. Our fresh home made fudge has been our number one product from the beginning. In 1990, we added a small two gallon ice cream freezer. We now have 12 flavors of Dryers/Edys premium ice cream. Other lasting additions to our product mix have been, Pecan Brittle, Cashew Crunch, a full assortment of chocolate covered confections, and old fashioned candy. Hand dipped Caramel Apples, Case and Buck Knives, Minnetonka Moccasins,and several lines of jewelry, purses and hand bags can be found in the shop. There is also a large selection of antique furniture, quilts, primitives, stoneware and pottery. Hours: Monday - Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thursday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

CITY: Grafton

Landmark on Madison Bed & Breakfast

Historic classic Greek Revival mansion built in 1906. Built on the site of old Veranda Hotel stagecoach stop on the Vincennes Trail. Full of southern charm. A step back in time.

CITY: Lebanon

Gateway National Golf Links

Gateway National offers an 18-hole, par 71 course made up of rolling links, separated by gentle mounds that meander through lush, green pasturelands.

CITY: Madison

Franchise Sports Bar & Grill

Home of the $5 pizza on Mondays and 25-cent wings on Wednesday, the Franchise Sports Bar and Grill is an upscale sports bar that is also family friendly. Varied menu which ranges from catfish sandwiches to shrimp/lobster ravioli to ham and beans with cornbread. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - midnight and Sunday, noon - Midnight.

CITY: Wood River

Spirits Lounge at the Temple

We have a full selection of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and pizza. We welcome weddings, receptions, anniversaries, business meetings, office parties, seminars, reunions, birthday parties, charitable functions, holiday celebrations and more.

CITY: Alton

The Arbor (Bel-Air Bowl)

Stop in for a great game of bowling and a bite to eat. The Arbor offers a large menu of delicious treats to keep your game going strong.

CITY: Belleville

The Pie Pantry

The Pie Pantry offers a great selection of soups, salads, and burgers, and of course delicious pies, by the slice or as a whole.

CITY: Belleville

River Lakes Golf Course

This 18-hole golf course features bermuda grass fairways.

CITY: Columbia

The Casino Queen Hotel Restaurants

The Casino Queen Hotel offers four fabulous restaurants: Prime Steakhouse, Gateway Cafe, Deli & Chips, and Market Street Buffet.

CITY: East St. Louis

La Boutique

La Boutique has unique fashions for unique women.

CITY: Edwardsville

Golden Eagle Antiques

A true treasure trove for the more traditional antique hunter. Comb through booth after booth piled high with antiques, collectibles and refinished furniture. Pieces are moderately priced and there are store members on hand to help antiquers sort through the items. Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

CITY: Grafton

O'Fallon Family Sports Park

This world-class facility sits on 200 acres, and features four lighted baseball/softball diamonds, 12 ball diamonds and soccer fields.

CITY: O'Fallon

Circa Boutique

Circa Boutique features a unique blend of apparel. For over 2 years Circa Boutique features a unique blend of cozy, edgy apparel. Lines include Tulle, Kenzie, split, Free People, LTB Jeans, and She-Bible.

CITY: Belleville

Cahokia R V Parque

Swimming, fishing, boat rentals, RV and cabin rentals, tent camping.

CITY: Cahokia

Dizzy Dugout

The Dizzy Dugout is you source for today's hottest games and tournaments for Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, Harry Potter, and many more. Open game tables available.

CITY: Collinsville

Zapata's Mexican Restaurant

Zapata's has a large menu full of your Mexican favorites and a great lunch buffet daily.

CITY: Collinsville

Riding Center

Stop in or make a reservation to ride the trails. Lessons are also available.

CITY: Freeburg

Downtown Lebanon

Stroll brick-paved St. Louis Street in the Lebanon Antiques District, where you’ll find more than 20 antique and specialty shops in this historic town that was founded in 1804, during the time of the Lewis & Clark expedition.

CITY: Lebanon

Swansea Fish Stand

Swansea Fish Stand may be small, but it's big on taste, so come and enjoy great seafood in a casual atmosphere.

CITY: Swansea

Tiffany Inn

Ideally placed in the historic Downtown Alton antique district, the Tiffany Inn is walking distance from shops, restaurants and the casino, with beautiful views of the Mississippi River and Clark Bridge. Located above the Alton Stained Glass Works shop, the inn has three elegant rooms decorated with lovely stained glass and antiques. Amenities include: private baths, air conditioning, mini refrigerators and coffeemakers.

CITY: Alton

Riverbend Billiards & Grill

Riverbend Billiards provides 10,000 sq. ft. of entertainment. There is great food and beverages for everyone, plus a full bar for our over 21 crowd. You’ll find 15 7-ft. bar tables and two 9-ft. Gold Crowns. Dart machines and video games are available for the kids. Riverbend Billiards sells a wide variety of pool cues, cases and miscellaneous pool supplies as well as a large selection of soft tip darts and dart supplies.

CITY: Alton

Southwestern Illinois College

The Belleville campus at SWIC has two gymnasiums: the Varsity and Intramural (IM), which can accommodate up to three basketball or volleyball courts at one time. Outdoors, the property features one baseball and one softball diamond, along with a full-size soccer field.

CITY: Belleville

Alison's Common Scents

Alison's Commons Scents is an eclectic shop with organic goods. A helpful and friendly staff is waiting to help you. Also, Dave's Homebrew sells beer and wine-making supplies.

CITY: Belleville

Castletown Geoghegan

Castletown has great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. Try one of Castletowns delicious burgers or homemade Irish Stew.

CITY: Belleville

Marco's on Main Restaurant

Marco's offers delicious salads, pizza, and much more. So come in to Marco's on Main to experience a little Italy!

CITY: Belleville

The Orchards Restaurant

When you get hungry playing the 18-hole course, come to The Orchard Restaurant for fabulous food right on the green.

CITY: Belleville

Martin-Boismenue House

This traditional one-story French Creole residence, built circa 1790, is considered to be one of the oldest surviving residences in Illinois.

CITY: East Carondelet

Annie's Frozen Custard

Annie's Frozen Custard has a variety of tasty flavors and portions so generous two can share.

CITY: Edwardsville

Neruda Restaurant

Fine American cuisine with excellent service in a casual but stylish setting. Enjoy the more casual, lighter fare in our full-service bar.

CITY: Edwardsville

The Game Arena

This 64,000-sq.-ft. indoor soccer facility is billed as a "pro venue for the amateur athlete," with two regulation fields that can be converted to four mini fields. The venue also supports a variety of other events, including football, field hockey, baseball training, boxing, wrestling, martial arts, tumbling/gymnastics and dog shows. The complex also has a bar/restaurant and two meeting rooms.

CITY: Glen Carbon

Tony's Restaurant

Tony's Place has sandwiches, soup, delicious sides, steak, chicken, seafood, pot roast, country fried steak, prime rib, pasta, great desserts, and more.

CITY: Mascoutah

Alton Hauntings Tours

Based on the book Haunted Alton by Troy Taylor, Alton Hauntings Tours offers an entertaining and spine-tingling trip into the unknown, taking visitors to the most authentic haunted places in Alton. Uncover the eerie folklore, ghostly tales and documented haunted spots on a three-hour walking tour of the city’s most haunted sites. Visitors will see sites that have become nationally known, like the old Alton penitentiary, First Unitarian Church, Enos Sanitarium and many others. The tours have been proven to be popular with ghost enthusiasts and history buffs alike, and nowhere else can you learn as much about the real, haunted history of Alton. Walking tours and bus tours are offered during two touring seasons – Spring & Summer and the Haunted Fall Season. Private tours are also available for groups of 20 or more. Reservations must be made in advance for all tours.

CITY: Alton

Margarita's Mexican Restaurant

Margarita's Mexican Restaurant offers excellent Mexican food in a south of the border atmosphere, with friendly staff waiting to serve you.

CITY: Belleville

Maxwell's Restaurant

Maxwell's offers great hamburgers, pasta, and all around great food in a cozy, casual atmosphere, and served by a warm, friendly staff.

CITY: Belleville

St. Louis Air & Space Museum

Learn about the history of aviation in the St. Louis area.

CITY: Cahokia

Jaycee Sports Complex

This complex features 12 ball fields (six are lighted), six soccer fields (one is lighted), one football field and concessions.

CITY: Collinsville

Galleria Hearth & Home

Gifts and accessories for hearth and home.

CITY: Edwardsville

Arlington Golf Club

This 18-hole golf course was designed by Robert B. Harris.

CITY: Granite City

Garden Gate Tea Room

Set in a cozy, eclectic atmosphere, the Garden Gate Tea Room has delicious food and great service, and is perfect for parties and events.

CITY: Granite City

Locust Hills Golf Club

This 18-hole golf course was built in 1933.

CITY: Lebanon

Applebee's - Wood River

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: Wood River

Geno's 140 Club

Geno's 140 Club in Bethalto is a great place to have lunch or dinner. The original owners began Geno's in 1942. The same traditions of excellent food and friendly service were begun on their opening day and have continued. Famous for our steaks, stromboli and salads, Geno's 140 Club has a wide menu that has something for everyone. Pasta and sandwiches are offered alongside steak and chicken entrees, with generous portions to satisfy the appetite. Venture out to Bethalto for your next meal at Geno's 140 Club. We'll be happy to see you and you'll be glad you came.

CITY: Bethalto

The Prairies Golf Course

The Prairies offers an 18-hole golf course.

CITY: Cahokia

Columbia Bridges Golf Course

Putt along this nine-hole golf course.

CITY: Columbia

Robert Scott's Grill & Cafe

Enjoy delicious steak, chicken, great sides, and much more, in a casual atmosphere.

CITY: Smithton