What to do In Central Illinois, IL
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Places To Go In Central Illinois
Welcome, traveler, to Central Illinois. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Central Illinois
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Central Illinois. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Central Illinois? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Central Illinois attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Walk around the campus of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a top college in Urbana. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Illinois State University
Explore the campus of Illinois State University, during your trip to Normal. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.
Marketplace
During your trip to Champaign, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Marketplace. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
Olivet Nazarene University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Olivet Nazarene University, during your travels in Bourbonnais. Discover the coffeehouses in this family-friendly area, or seek out the campsites.
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Find out about the history of Gibson City with a stop at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area.