Roadside Attractions in Alton
1 place worth pulling over for in Alton, Illinois, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.
Planning the stop
It's free to visit. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.
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World's Largest Catsup Bottle
Collinsville, IL
This iconic 170-foot-tall water tower is shaped like a giant bottle of Brooks Rich & Tangy Catsup. Built in 1949, it serves as a beloved landmark of roadside Americana. It was saved from demolition by passionate locals and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
World's Largest Rocking Chair
Casey, Illinois
Standing over 56 feet tall, this massive wooden rocking chair is one of Casey's most iconic 'Big Things in a Small Town.' It actually rocks, though it requires a team of people to move it. Visitors can stand beneath its towering frame for an unforgettable photo op.
Gemini Giant
Wilmington, Illinois
Standing 30 feet tall along historic Route 66, this iconic Muffler Man is dressed as an astronaut holding a silver rocket. Named after the Gemini space program, he has been welcoming road trippers to Wilmington since 1965. It remains one of the most photographed landmarks on the Mother Road.