What to do and see in Nauvoo, Illinois (IL): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

August 17, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

Nauvoo (/ˈnɔːvuː/; etymology: Hebrew: נָאווּ‬, Modern Navu, Tiberian Nâwû, “they are beautiful”) is a small city in Hancock County, Illinois, United States, on the Mississippi River near Fort Madison, Iowa. The population of Nauvoo was 1,149 at the 2010 census. Nauvoo attracts visitors for its historic importance and its religious significance to members of several groups: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church); the Community of Christ, formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS); other groups stemming from the Latter Day Saint movement; and the Icarians. The city and its immediate surrounding area are listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Nauvoo Historic District.
Restaurants in Nauvoo

1. Nauvoo Temple

50 Wells Street, Nauvoo, IL 62354 +1 217-453-6252 https://www.lds.org/church/temples/nauvoo-illinois?lang=eng
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5.0 based on 86 reviews

Nauvoo Temple

Reviewed By Treveler - Washington, United States

WE are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints so we were able to enter the temple. It is absolutely beautiful.

2. Baxter's Vineyards

2010 Parley St, Nauvoo, IL 62354-1355 +1 217-453-2528 [email protected] http://www.nauvoowinery.com/
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4.5 based on 36 reviews

Baxter's Vineyards

Reviewed By T2115SSpaulb - Glen Carbon, United States

Stopped in for a wine tasting and to buy a couple bottles of local wine, goose berry jam and rhubarb preserves. In retrospect we should have ordered a rhubarb pie for pickup the next day. Maybe next trip.

3. Historic Nauvoo

350 N. Main Street, Nauvoo, IL 62354 +1 217-453-2237 [email protected] http://www.historicnauvoo.net
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4.5 based on 316 reviews

Historic Nauvoo

Tribute to Mormon industry and vision. Glimpse of 1840's life in Illinois' 2nd largest city. Beautiful location on banks of the Mississippi. Restored homes and shops. Horse-drawn wagon rides. Pioneer craft demonstrations. Live entertainment. Free to the public. Open 365 days a year.

Reviewed By ElderClintArgyle - Oakland, United States

I just completed a very wonderful Virtual Tour with some amazing Sister Missionaries at the Nauvoo Visitor Center. This tour brought back some great memories for me because I've been there in person, but it's been several years ago and this brought it all back to life for me. They also taught me several things that I didn't learn when I was at the Nauvoo Visitor Center and looking around on my own. So I really appreciated their knowledge about the early Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint Pioneers and their history. This is an experience I would highly recommend for everyone to take advantage of. One of the best parts was I had this experience from the comfort of my own home in Utah! No flights, no rental cars, no hotels, no other travel expenses and all I needed was a internet connection and zoom. Thank you Sisters!

4. Brigham Young Home

610 Kimball St, Nauvoo, IL 62354 +1 217-577-2603 http://www.historicnauvoo.net
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Brigham Young Home

5. Joseph Smith Historic Site

865 Water Street, Nauvoo, IL 62354 +1 217-453-2246 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joseph-Smith-Historic-Site/86757846924
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Joseph Smith Historic Site

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