What to do and see in Vandalia, Illinois (IL): The Best Things to do

December 1, 2021 Yuk Petri

Vandalia is a town in Fayette County, Illinois, United States, 69 miles (111 km) northeast of St. Louis, on the Kaskaskia River. It served as the state capital of Illinois from 1819 until 1839, when the seat of state government moved to Springfield (which remains the capital today). Vandalia was for years the western terminus of the National Road.
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1. Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site

315 W Gallatin St, Vandalia, IL 62471-2820 +1 618-283-1161 http://www2.illinois.gov/dnrhistoric/experience/sites/southwest/pages/vandalia-statehouse.aspx
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Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site

Reviewed By MidwestKathM - Detroit, United States

It was time to take a break from driving, so when I saw the sign for a National Historic Site in Vandalia, we got off the interstate and drove into town. Actually this was one of the few Lincoln sites we had never visited. Although it was too late on this Saturday afternoon for a tour, we still parked the car and walked around the grounds of this awesome historic building, peeked in the windows, checked out all the statues and historic markers on the grounds. Awesome to know about the Madonna of the Plains honoring all the mothers who braved the trip westward in covered wagons. And the historic National Road that ran westward from Cumberland, Maryland and ended in Vandalia.

2. Kaskaskia Dragon

2024 Progress West Dr, Vandalia, IL 62471-3241 +1 618-283-9700 http://kaskaskiadragon.com/index.html
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Kaskaskia Dragon

Reviewed By TheGambianRPCV - Reynoldsburg, United States

If you are taking a road trip through Illinois, this is a MUST! It doesn't take long, but kids of all ages will find the dragon fantastic. Totally reminiscent of a bygone era of roadside attractions and worth your time. Grab a token at the liquor store across the street and have a little fun!

3. Fayette County museum

301 W Main St, Vandalia, IL 62471-2331 +1 618-283-4866
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Fayette County museum

4. Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park Directly across the street from the Historic Statehouse, Vandalia, IL 62471 http://www.vandaliaillinois.com/for-visitors/explore-vandalia/lincoln-park/
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5. National Road Interpretive Center

106 S 5th St, Vandalia, IL 62471-2702 +1 618-283-9380 [email protected] http://nationalroadvandalia.org
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6. The Redwood Inn

204 W Gallatin St, Vandalia, IL 62471-2800 +1 618-283-9744

7. Carlyle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

712 N. County Rd 300 E, Vandalia, IL

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