Location: Vandalia
Top Things to do in Vandalia
What to do and see in Vandalia, Illinois (IL): The Best Things to do
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
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
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
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
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
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Lincoln Park
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
5. National Road Interpretive Center
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
