Murphysboro
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Visit Murphysboro
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
"Excellent"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois
Drury Inn & Suites Marion
"The property was very clean, breakfast had good variety, and staff were friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois
Pet-Friendly Lakeside Gem 4 Mi to Dtwn Murphysboro
"The pond did not look like it did in the picture and it was a disgusting color and did not have a beach walk in area. There was also a bug in the refrigerator and on the floor by the refrigerator and then another bug by the garbage can and there was dog food from previous people that wasn’t picked ..."
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025
New cabin in the woods with private hot tub
"Definitely will be back"
Reviewed on May 31, 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.
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.
Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center
Enjoy a round of golf in Murphysboro at Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.
General John A. Logan Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in General John A. Logan Museum during your trip to Murphysboro. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.
Paul Ice Recreation Area
Paul Ice 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.
