Friendly Alton will entice you
The area's wineries and live music are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Alton. Travellers to this welcoming city praise the local tours, shopping and cafes. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Alton
Do you want to discover things to do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Alton a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- 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)
- Villa Marie Winery & Banquet Center (17.2 mi / 27.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in Alton
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Alton is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- 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)
- Smallpox Island (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
Transport options to and around Alton
The nearest airport is in Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis), which is 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away.