Things to Do in Makanda, IL

  • Our list of the best things to do in Makanda, Illinois, features the top 38 nearby activities — including 18 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Makanda, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of Makanda, IL , followed by 35 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carbondale, Marion, Cobden and Cape Girardeau
  • Our list of the best things to do in Makanda, Illinois, features the top 38 nearby activities — including 18 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Makanda, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of Makanda, IL , followed by 35 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carbondale, Marion, Cobden and Cape Girardeau
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27.0 Miles
59% 131 votes
Casinos 777 N Main St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
The Isle Casino Cape Girardeau may worth the while for gambling enthusiasts with its 900 slots, 21 table games, 7 poker tables, and live entertainment. It also has 5 restaurants and an event center which can be rented.
27.3 Miles
90% 73 votes
Zoos 2763 County Road 618, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Cape Girardeau is home to the Lazy L Safari Park, a series of barns that let visitors get up close and personal with many fascinating animals. Most of the denizens of Lazy L Safari Park are available for petting and feeding.
27.4 Miles
81% 32 votes
Children's Museums 502 Broadway St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
The Discovery Playhouse in Cape Girareau, Missouri is a hands-on children's museum. It includes an indoor splash pool and water play area, plus numerous exhibits on topics such as money, telling time, basic geometry, astronomy and chemistry.
27.4 Miles
83% 6 votes
History Museums 518 S. Fountain St, One University Plaza, SE Mo State University, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to Native American history and art, The Crisp Museum is located on the River Campus of Southeast Missouri State University. The museum documents the advanced society of prehistoric stone age mound-building tribes that once dominated central North America.
27.5 Miles
94% 80 votes
Landmarks Water Street, Cape Girardeau, MO MoreLess Info
The Missouri Wall of Fame is a 500 foot-long flood wall on which there are painted 45 local celebrities, whether they were born in the state or they became famous while living here.
27.7 Miles
100% 13 votes
Specialty Museums 128 S. Main, Cape Girardeau, MO MoreLess Info
Commemorating the life and accomplishments of community founder Louis Lorimier, The Red House Interpretive Center is a fixture of downtown Cape Girardeau. It features an exhibit of items from the early 19th century as well as a trading post.
27.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Music Venue 813 Broadway Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
As a music venue, Pitter's Cafe & Lounge regularly showcases local musicians and bands at its stage. The venue hosts other events such as karaoke nights and card game nights.
27.7 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 538 Independence Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 MoreLess Info
With the focus on regional maritime history, Cape River Heritage Museum displays local artifacts ranging from wall sized maps to steamboat models. The museum also has a permanent collection of fire and police memorabilia.
27.9 Miles
78% 54 votes
Water Parks 1565 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO MoreLess Info
Water slides, playgrounds and a lazy river are found on Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center's site. It can host birthday parties and other special events.
27.9 Miles
100% 9 votes
Historic Homes 325 South Spanish Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
The historic Glenn House is a museum that was established in 1883 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum features many original architectural features such as moldings, wall treatments, and lighting.
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