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The Madison County Courthouse in Edwardsville, Illinois, during the early morning hours, with streetlights still glowing.

Edwardsville Nature Center Trail through Edwardsville, Illinois

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Smaller cities have an appeal about them you won't find in their larger counterparts. Look up all the fun things to see and do in Edwardsville before you head away so you can make the most of your getaway. You'll soon learn that bigger isn't necessarily better!

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Leave your purse in the hotel. It's easy to amuse yourself in Edwardsville without handing over a cent.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Get a better understanding of the local faith at this sacred place.

Edwardsville Watershed Nature Center - Nurture your green thumb and appreciate the glorious plants on show.

Things to Do in Edwardsville with Kids

There are plenty of fun things to do with your kids in and around Edwardsville. Keep the crew entertained with our family friendly experiences.

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Edwardsville Watershed Nature Center

You can take time to visit Edwardsville Watershed Nature Center during your travels to Edwardsville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Interior view of St Andrew's Cathedral, the cathedral church of the Anglican Diocese of Singapore.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

After visiting St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edwardsville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

The Gardens at SIUE

Explore the great outdoors at The Gardens at SIUE, a lovely green space in Edwardsville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Edwardsville Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Edwardsville Arts Center during your stay in Edwardsville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Vadalabene Center

Catch an event at Vadalabene Center during your trip to Edwardsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Brent Leh Memorial Dog Park

Brent Leh Memorial Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Edwardsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Edwardsville Children's Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Edwardsville Children's Museum during your travels in Edwardsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Joe Glik Dog Park

After visiting Joe Glik Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edwardsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Benjamin Stephenson House

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Benjamin Stephenson House during your trip to Edwardsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Popular day trips from Edwardsville

Series of colourful pedal boats and pontoon moored at the Sainte-Foy recreational outdoor center during a sunny late summer morning with unrecognizable people enjoying a ride, Quebec City, Quebec

Pontoon Beach

Chain of Rocks bridge on the Mississippi river.

Granite City

Troy

Scenic view of the Clark Bridge across the Mississippi River from Missouri to Illinois with Alton behind it

Bethalto

Scenic overlook view of colorful Autumn foliage and the Mississippi River from Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton, Illinois

Wood River

St. Louis

Frequently asked questions

Is Edwardsville worth visiting?

One of the most common things to do in Edwardsville is explore Splash City Family Waterpark. Tick this leading attraction off your to-do list, then experience more of this area's nature and culture.

How do I spend a day in Edwardsville?

After you've visited top attractions like Splash City Family Waterpark and Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, spend the rest of your day experiencing Edwardsville's retail and dining scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in Edwardsville?

Splash City Family Waterpark is one of the top tourist attractions in Edwardsville and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Edwardsville?

You can easily tour popular attractions like Villa Marie Winery & Banquet Center, CP Pinball and Edwardsville Watershed Nature Center with a three-day getaway in Edwardsville. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to St. Louis.

What are some activities to do in Edwardsville with kids?

Whether you're traveling with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities takes your trip to the next level. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Edwardsville with kids.

What to do in Edwardsville for adults?

Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of Mother Nature, there's lots of things to do in Edwardsville for adults including Villa Marie Winery & Banquet Center.

Are there free things to do in Edwardsville?

From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Edwardsville. If you're looking for inspiration, get some tips from a local tour guide. CP Pinball is a great spot for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.