- Our list of the best things to do in Marion, Illinois, features the top 37 nearby activities — including 17 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Marion, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 12 things to do within the city of Marion, IL , followed by 25 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carbondale, Cobden and Makanda
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Life Community Center is a local recreation center for the community and the visitors of Carbondale. The center features fitness and recreation programs as well as swimming lessons for children and adults.
18.2 Miles
The Owl Creek Vineyard was established in 1980 and is now producing 12,000 gallons of white, red, and dessert wines. The tour includes a picnic with an Italian menu.
19.2 Miles
14 wine specialties and several other holyday special are found at the StarView Vineyards. It was established in 2006, and it is currently growing 6 types of grapes. The Cafe features live entertainment and can be rented for special occasions.
19.4 Miles
Over 65 beer specialties and 7 wine specialties are found at the Rustle Hill Winery. Cabins are available for rental, and concerts are held during special events.
22.3 Miles
Cobden's The Old Feed Store is a downtown live music venue and gathering place for community events. The venue is located in a historic building, and is available for rent for private functions.
22.4 Miles
A family owned and operated farm, Darn Hot Peppers focuses on growing a wide variety of pesticide-free hot peppers. The farm annually hosts the Festival de Chiles, where guests can enjoy live music and sample hot pepper products.
24.7 Miles
Part of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, the Lincoln Heritage Winery features red, white, and dessert wines, which can be sampled complimentary during the tour of the winery. Special events are organized in here such as the Class on German Wines.
31.2 Miles
In the Garden of the Gods there are plenty of trails, as well as 12 campsites with picnic areas.
34.8 Miles
Dixon Spring State Park is an outdoor park which can be a very relaxing holiday destination. The trailer parking facilities are excellent and spacious. It's very calm and beautiful at any time of the year.
36.8 Miles
Located 10 miles north of Jackson, Hunter Valley Winery's wines are bottled on site in their own fermentation room. Visitors can enjoy their wine on the deck overlooking the 2 acre lake and feed the winery's pet catfish.