# Discover Downstate Illinois

> Discover Downstate Illinois covers more ground than any other Convention and Visitor's Bureau in the State of Illinois.

## Languages supported

English 

## Main Navigation Links
- [Play](https://www.downstateil.org/play): Play in Downstate Illinois 
- [Events](https://www.downstateil.org/events): Events in Downstate Illinois 
- [Dine](https://www.downstateil.org/dine): Dining in Downstate Illinois 
- [Shop](https://www.downstateil.org/shop): Shopping in Downstate Illinois 
- [Stay](https://www.downstateil.org/stay): Stay 
- [Plan](https://www.downstateil.org/plan): Plan Your Downstate Illinois Adventure 

## Sitemap

https://www.downstateil.org/sitemap-DSI.xml
https://www.downstateil.org/events.xml
https://www.downstateil.org/venues-DSI.xml


## Play 
- [Overview](https://www.downstateil.org/play): Play in Downstate Illinois 
- [Events](https://www.downstateil.org/events): Events in Downstate Illinois 
- [Route 66](https://www.downstateil.org/play/get-your-kicks-on-route-66): Get Your Kicks 
- [Art & Theater](https://www.downstateil.org/play/art-and-theater): Art & Theater in Downstate Illinois 
- [Family Fun](https://www.downstateil.org/play/family-fun): A Trip for the Whole Family 
- [History & Culture](https://www.downstateil.org/play/history-and-culture): History & Culture 
- [Outdoor Recreation](https://www.downstateil.org/play/outdoor-recreation): Outdoor Recreation 
- [Wineries and Breweries](https://www.downstateil.org/play/wineries-and-breweries): Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries 
- [20 Things to Do Under $20](https://www.downstateil.org/play/20-things-to-do-under-20): 20 Things to Do Under $20 

## Events 
- [Calendar of Events](https://www.downstateil.org/events): Events in Downstate Illinois 
- [What's Happening](https://www.downstateil.org/whats-happening/whats-happening): What's Happening in Downstate Illinois 
- [Summer Sizzle: 7 Must-Attend Summer Events](https://www.downstateil.org//www.downstateil.org/trip-ideas/summer-sizzle-summer-events-2024): 7 Must-Attend Summer Events

## Dine 
- [Overview](https://www.downstateil.org/dine): Dining in Downstate Illinois 
- [Cafes & Bakeries](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/cafes-and-bakeries): Cafes and Bakeries 
- [Bars & Pubs](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/bars-and-pubs): Bars and Pubs 
- [Breweries & Wineries](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/breweries-and-wineries): Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries 
- [Diners & Burgers](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/diners-and-burgers): Diners and Burgers 
- [Food Trucks](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/food-trucks): Food Trucks 
- [Ice Cream Shops](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/ice-cream-shops): Sweet Treats 
- [International](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/international): International 
- [Italian & Pizza](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/italian-and-pizza): Italian and Pizza 
- [Steaks & Seafood](https://www.downstateil.org/dine/steaks-and-seafood): Steaks and Seafood 

## Shop 
- [Overview](https://www.downstateil.org/shop): Shopping in Downstate Illinois 
- [Antique Shops](https://www.downstateil.org/shop/antique-shops): Antique Shops in Downstate Illinois 
- [Unique Shops](https://www.downstateil.org/shop/unique-shops): Unique Shops in Downstate Illinois 
- [Major Shopping Centers](https://www.downstateil.org/shop/major-shopping-centers): Major Shopping Centers in Downstate Illinois 

## Stay 
- [Overview](https://www.downstateil.org/stay): Stay 
- [Bed & Breakfasts](https://www.downstateil.org/stay/bed-and-breakfasts): Bed and Breakfasts in Downstate Illinois 
- [Cabins & Campgrounds](https://www.downstateil.org/stay/cabins-and-campgrounds): Cabins and Campgrounds 
- [Hotels & Motels](https://www.downstateil.org/stay/hotels-and-motels): Hotels and Motels in Downstate Illinois 
- [Other Lodging](https://www.downstateil.org/stay/other-lodging): Other Lodging in Downstate Illinois 

## Plan 
- [Overview](https://www.downstateil.org/plan): Plan Your Downstate Illinois Adventure 
- [Around the Region](https://www.downstateil.org/blog/around-the-region): Around the Region 
- [E-Newsletter Signup](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/e-newsletter): Sign Up for Our E-Newsletter 
- [Download Our App](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/download-our-app): Download Our App 
- [Download Maps](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/maps): Download Maps 
- [Request Information](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/request-information): Find Your Next Adventure in Downstate Illinois 
- [Road Trip Itineraries](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/road-trip-itineraries): Road Trip Itineraries 
- [Transportation](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/transportation): Transportation in Downstate Illinois 
- [Niche Guides](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/niche-guides): About the Niche Guides 
- [Visitors Guide](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/visitors-guide): About the Annual Visitors Guide 
- [Tourism Times](https://www.downstateil.org/plan/tourism-times): About the Tourism Times 


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