Friendly Alton will entice you
The area's wineries and live music are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Alton. Travelers to this welcoming city praise the local tours, shopping and cafes. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Alton
Do you want to discover attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your vacation home and check out everything that makes Alton a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Raging Rivers Waterpark (13.3 mi / 21.3 km)
- Grafton Winery & Brewhaus (14.8 mi / 23.7 km)
- The Winery at Aerie's Resort (14.9 mi / 24.1 km)
- World Wide Technology Raceway (16.8 mi / 27 km)
- Splash City Family Waterpark (16.9 mi / 27.2 km)
- FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing (17.8 mi / 28.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in Alton
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Alton is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Jones-Confluence Point State Park (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Treehouse Wildlife Center (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- The Gardens at SIUE (12 mi / 19.3 km)
- Edwardsville Watershed Nature Center (12.4 mi / 19.9 km)
- O'Fallon Park (14.6 mi / 23.6 km)
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site (17.8 mi / 28.6 km)
Transportation options to and around Alton
The nearest airport is in St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL), located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis), which is 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away.