Grafton and the Great River Road
About 45 min by car from St. Louis
A river town where the Illinois meets the Mississippi, with bluffs, a sky tour and wineries.
Why locals go
The quick river-road weekend.
Visiting St. Louis?
At 45 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in St. Louis for your flight home.
What to book
- Grafton SkyTour
- Pere Marquette State Park
- Winery and brewery stops
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Lodge at Pere Marquette
- Bald eagle watching (January to February)
With friends
- Zipline at Aerie's
- Winery hop
When to go
Year-round, eagle watching in winter.