Surprises Await
Welcome to Downstate Illinois! Discover Downstate Illinois covers more ground than any other Convention and Visitors Bureau in the State of Illinois. We represent 21 counties, the City of Highland and Paris, Illinois, that stretch from the Mississippi River east of St. Louis, MO to the Wabash River west of Vincennes, IN. We are both rural and urban, allowing guests to enjoy both big city life and simple, country treasures – all at once!
Visitors to the region love our family friendly attractions, historic sites, and outdoor recreational opportunities. While you are here, be sure to stay in one of our many hotels, lodges or quaint B&Bs. Visit the attractions, check out the shopping destinations, cozy wineries and great local cuisine. We look forward to seeing you.
Our Destination
WEBSITE:
downstateil.org
CONTACT:
Darlene Chapman
President/Finance Director
- dchapman@downstateil.org
- 618-257-1488
- 4387 N. Illinois St., Suite 200, Swansea, IL 62226
DESTINATION SERVICE AREA:
Bond, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Crawford, Cumberland, Edwards, Fayette, Hamilton, Jasper, Lawrence, Marion, Monroe, Perry, Randolph, Richland, St. Clair, Wabash, Washinton, Wayne and White Counties plus the Cities of Highland and Paris, Illinois
Top Attractions
- World Wide Technology Racetrack
- World’s Largest Things – Casey
- Centralia Balloon Fest
- Carlyle Lake
- MidAmerica Airport
- Art on the Square
- Eckert’s
Accomplishments
- 2022 Best in Show & 2022 Best Event – Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR
Info & Stats
IL House Legislative District
12, 13, 15, 48, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 95, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118
IL Senate Legislative Districts
12, 13, 15, 48, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 95, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118
Largest Meeting Facility
Castle Ridge, Centralia, IL & Regency Conference Center, O’Fallon, IL
Number of Hotel Rooms
7,435
Primary Source of Local Funding
Membership and Tourism Partners
Total Tourism Jobs Supported
7,868
Regional Tourism Expenditures
$973.6 million
Lodging Taxes
$8,143.2 million
Local Sales Taxes
$45.5 million