Murphysboro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Murphysboro

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
The rooms were clean and the staff was incredibly kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Marion
The room was spotless. The staff were great. The morning breakfast and evening buffet were tasty and well maintained.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Marion
Staff courteous and room clean. Not impressed with breakfast and clientele are pot smoking in the rooms. For nonsmoking facilities I had a hard time breathing. Elevator didn’t work last day
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Room was okay, but first room was dirty with stained bed sheets and peeling wrap on the cupboards. It was nice, may choose to stay again
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Level Chicago – Old Town
Had a great stay!! Kelly at the front desk was so sweet
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
clean room, awesome view
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit

Lake Murphysboro State Park
Explore the star-shaped shoreline of the lake and go hiking, camping, fishing and boating with a backdrop of tree-covered hills.
Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center
Enjoy a round of golf in Murphysboro at Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Kinkaid Village Marina
Explore the waterfront in Murphysboro with a trip to Kinkaid Village Marina. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
General John A. Logan Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at General John A. Logan Museum during your trip to Murphysboro. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area
Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area is just one of the places to see in Murphysboro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Town Square
After visiting Town Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Murphysboro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
