Nestled in the heart of East St. Louis, Cahokia offers adventurous travelers a rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of North America's most sophisticated pre-Columbian civilization. This historic neighborhood serves as your gateway to one of the continent's most significant archaeological treasures.
Cahokia offers travelers something increasingly rare: an authentic slice of American river town life. Local establishments serve up genuine Midwest hospitality alongside regional specialties, while community events showcase the area's rich African American heritage and Mississippi River culture. This is where you'll find real stories, not tourist attractions.
Discover the most popular places to visit in East St. Louis
Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park
8.0/10 (43 reviews)
This riverside park offers the perfect vantage point for photographing the Gateway Arch across the Mississippi. Visit at noon to see the Gateway Geyser shoot water 630 feet high, matching the Arch's height.
Casino Queen
7.8/10 (199 reviews)
DraftKings at Casino Queen offers over 1,100 slot machines and 34 table games in a vibrant riverside setting. Join the CQ Rewards program to access exclusive promotions while enjoying upscale dining options.
Arsenal BG Ballpark
8.0/10 (74 reviews)
Arsenal BG Ballpark offers an intimate setting for Gateway Grizzlies baseball with clear views from every seat. Evening games provide the perfect backdrop for family outings with specialty concessions.
Frank Holten State Recreation Area
7.2/10 (30 reviews)
Frank Holten State Recreation Area spans 1,080 acres with two fishing lakes and an 18-hole golf course. Anglers enjoy Whispering Willow and Grand Marais lakes while picnickers relax among maple and oak trees.
Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum
7.8/10 (36 reviews)
This former aviation museum featured WWII flight trainers and astronaut suits worn by Cooper and Grissom. Visitors explored St. Louis' aerospace heritage through historical aircraft photos and cockpit displays.
Katherine Dunham Museum
6.8/10 (28 reviews)
This intimate museum showcases Katherine Dunham's pioneering work in dance and anthropology through global artifacts. Discover over 250 African and Caribbean art pieces collected during her remarkable career.
"I enjoyed my stay very much. There was a few things that could have been cleaned better. Like the floors and the mirror and the lavatory. Breakfast was great. The staff was very nice and polite and helpful. My son is in a Wheelchair, Parking was good and easy to transfer him into the hotel. Looked like a nice pool. I never swam in it but would. I'd stay there again if I'd ever come that way again. Thank you."
"The hotel was clean and the staff were extremely helpful. Our only complaint was the parking. When we arrived, the check-in/valet parking was so crowded that we had no where to park. We circled the block a few times and then found off street parking about a block away. After we got checked in, we could park in the garage. Had it been better explained prior to arrival, it wouldn't have been as stressful."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.