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Centralia

Centralia is a sightseeing stop in Centralia, IL, part of the St. Louis guide. Cost: free.

101 South Locust Street · Centralia, IL

Why you should go…

Centralia is a city in southern Illinois with a historic downtown that offers a self guided walking tour of landmark buildings. The city is home to the Centralia Carillon and hosts the Centralia Balloon Fest each August as well as a long running Halloween parade. Fairview Park and Lake Centralia provide fishing, kayaking and other outdoor recreation for visitors.

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What's around here?

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