Amusements

• Melvin Price Locks & Dam
  2 Lock and Dam Way • East Alton, IL 62024
  618-462-6979
  One of the most fascinating river attractions in Illinois. See barges elevate on water as they make passage on the mighty Mississippi River. A great family attraction. more...  map

Casinos

• Alton Belle Casino
  1 Front Street • Alton, IL 62002
  618-474-7500
  A 60,000 square foot floating casino complex along Alton riverfront with a slot area, lounges, restaurants, and showroom.  map

Historic Homes & Buildings

• Confederate Prison
  Williams Street at Broadway
  Shutdown in 1857 and reopened in 1862 as a Confederate Prison. Only a portion of it is still standing.  map

• Haskell Playhouse (circa 1885)
  1211 Henry Street • Alton, IL 62002
  This Queen Anne-style playhouse was built for Lucy J. Haskell, daughter of Dr. William A. & Florence H. Haskell. Lucy died at age nine of diptheria and the Haskells gave the estate to the City of Alton for educational & recreational purposes.  map

• Koenig House
  829 East Fourth Street • Alton, IL 62002
  618-463-1795
  A beautiful home featuring wonderful period furnishings and other fine antiques.  map

Historic Sites & Monuments

• Clark Bridge
  Highway 367 over the Mississippi River
  This structure is a unique cable-stay bridge that links Missouri and Illinois over the Mississippi River. This bridge was named after William Clark. more...  map

• Confederate Cemetery & Memorial
  Rozier Street
  Hundreds of Southern soldiers make this their final resting place. Large memorial honors these warriors.  map

• Lincoln Douglas Square
  Broadway and Market Streets
  618-465-6676
  Site where Abraham Lincoln and A. Douglas held their last senatorial debate in 1858.  map

• Lovejoy Monument
  Alton Cemetery at Monument Avenue
  Constructed in honor of Elijah P. Lovejoy who was an abolitionist editor that was murdered because of his belief in and support of freedom of the press.  map

• Robert Wadlow Statue
  2800 College Avenue • Alton, IL 62002
  618-374-1059
  The tallest man in history. Stand next to this life-sized statue nearly 9' tall.   map

Museums & Galleries

• Alton Museum of History and Art
  2809 College Avenue • Alton, IL 62002
  Located in Loomis Hall
  618-462-2763
  The museum was founded in 1971 to help preserve and tell the story of the individuality of the community which it serves. It illustrates the aesthetic interests and accomplishments of its citizens and reflects the story of the development and the achievement of that community. more...  map

• Armed Forces Museum
  2 Cut Street • Alton, IL 62002
  618-462-5237
  Featuring military exhibits and vehicles including one of America's diverse Army jeep collections. more...  map

• National Great Rivers Museum
  2 Lock and Dam Way • East Alton, IL 62024
  The National Great Rivers Museum is dedicated to telling the story of the people, nature, and wildlife that have shaped the Mississippi River throughout history. This 12,000 square foot museum, which is highly interactive and computer animated, is packed with more than 15 exhibits that illustrate the impact on their people and region.  more...  map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

• Eagle Watching
  Alton and Grafton Area
  800-258-6645
  Approximately 200 to 400 American bald eagles visit here each winter between November and February.  map

Tours & Cruises

• Antoinette's Haunted History Tours
  P.O. Box 10 • Alton, IL 62002
  618-462-4009
  Ghost hunters trolley to visit sites of actual hauntings with psychic guide. more...  map

• Great Rivers Tour Boat Co.
  10815 Lockhaven Road • Alton, IL 61350
  Godfrey IL
  618-466-1855
  Take a fantastic cruise on this vessel and enjoy the natural beauty of the Mississippi River. Narrated tours, lunch and dinner cruises are available. Sightseeing and private charter are also offered. more...  map

• History & Hauntings Tours
  515 East Third Street • Alton, IL 62002
  618-465-1086
  Hosted by Troy Taylor. more...  map

• J.E. Robinson Tours
  po box 364 • Alton, IL 62002
  618-462-5590
  Offering cultural, educational, historical, and The Underground Railroad tours for groups, families, and individuals.  map

• McPike Mansion (circa 1869)
  2018 Alby Street • Alton, IL 62002
  20th and Alby Streets
  618-462-3348
  Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this haunted mansion was built in 1869 by architect Lucas Pfeiffenberger. Original owner of the Mansion was Henry Guest McPike. Tour the grounds of this haunted mansion. Available for campfire gatherings, parties, ghost stories, and educational groups interested in art, architecture, history, and outdoor education.  more...  map