The captivating area of Central Illinois awaits your stay
Come and experience Central Illinois and its museums, entertainment and festivals. This city's university setting, sporting events and restaurants draw many visitors. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Central Illinois
Do you want to discover attractions to see in the city? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Central Illinois a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Scovill Zoo (22.7 mi / 36.6 km)
- Den at Fox Creek Golf Course (23.7 mi / 38.2 km)
- Miller Park Zoo (24.3 mi / 39.1 km)
- Ironwood Golf Course (28.2 mi / 45.4 km)
- Lincoln Speedway (29.7 mi / 47.8 km)
- Hickory Point Golf Course (17.2 mi / 27.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Central Illinois
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Central Illinois is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Lake Decatur (21 mi / 33.8 km)
- Angler's Lake Conservation Area (23.2 mi / 37.3 km)
- Weldon Springs State Park (5.9 mi / 9.4 km)
- Spring Lake (20.6 mi / 33.1 km)
- Tri Lakes Park (22.8 mi / 36.7 km)
- Champaign County Forest Preserve District (23.6 mi / 38 km)
How to get to and around Central Illinois
Fly into Decatur, IL (DEC), the closest airport, located 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional), which is 23.8 mi (38.3 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Uptown Station, Lincoln Station and Champaign-Urbana Station are the main stations in the area.