- TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Makanda, Illinois, including 23 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Carbondale and Cobden.
- From Giant City State Park to Shawnee Adventure Guides, the Makanda area offers 33 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Adventure Tour, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- Located in the center of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, the city of Makanda is a scenic and exciting place to visit. Sample exceptional wines from throughout Illinois or enjoy the great outdoors in Giant City State Park. Visitors can also shop and dine along the Makanda Boardwalk or golf along Stone Creek.
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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.
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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.
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538 Independence Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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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.
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1565 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO
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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.
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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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1565 N Kingshighway Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Located within Osage Park, Cape Splash Water Park is a family aquatic center with water-based activities, concessions and changing rooms. The park features a spray pad, slides, a lazy river, swirl and leisure pools and umbrella shade structures.
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2289 County Park Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Intended for adults and children alike, the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center has hands-on exhibits, three classrooms, and auditorium which can seat 160 people, and other facilities.
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For a scenic view of the Mississippi River, the travelers can always visit the Riverfront Bridge Park. There is also a new bridge, built in the place where the old one stood.
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County Park Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Cape Girardeau County Parks oversees all the county parks in the city of Cape Girardeau. Parks include monuments, a disc golf course, hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds, and host a variety of special events.
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2277-2299 N County Park Road, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Situated on 79-acres of forestry, the Missouri Conservation Nature Center is a natural preserve that is characterized by woodlands, creeks, and prairie plantings. The land is also home to Lake Springfield.