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Your guide to places and destinations in southern illinois.

Find things to do in carbondale, makanda, harrisburg, pomona & shawnee national forest.

From springfield to grafton, decatur, and lake shelbyville, there’s something to please everyone in the southern part of this vast midwestern state.

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Or take a road trip to see natural wonders at your own pace with highlights along illinois scenic byways.

In contrast to northern and central illinois, southern illinois was primarily settled by southerners from virginia and kentucky, giving it a distinctive upland south culture.

To get your fill of fall colors and adventure, there’s no match for southern illinois’ striking landscapes.

Take a hike to a hidden gem with natural wonders off the beaten track.

Plan your next midwest vacation to one of these best places to visit in southern illinois for families!

1 shawnee national forest.

Southern illinois is home to incredible wineries, historic landmarks, and cultural attractions that make it an amazing and often underrated place to visit.

2 giant city state park.

Whether you’re hiking through stunning landscapes, tasting local wines, or exploring charming small towns,.

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Join travel writer meena thiruvengadam for a road trip across southern illinois, filled with natural landscapes, quirky roadside attractions, historic monuments, and a stretch of route 66.

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3 shawnee hills wine trail.

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Southern illinois is a region brimming with diverse activities and attractions.