Located in Central Illinois, where Interstates 57 and 70 meet, Effingham offers the perfect centralized location to connect with yourself and the people you love. With 17 hotels to unwind at, more than 70 restaurants to indulge in, and countless things to see and do… you’ll be hard-pressed to find a reason to leave.
We invite you to take the day off – or better yet, take the whole weekend – and discover what makes this Midwestern getaway so irresistible to travelers from all walks of life. Our community is a haven for those looking to ‘fill their cup’ – both in the metaphorical sense and the literal.
Start your day with a refreshing walk on the TREC Trail, a scenic path that winds through Effingham’s Midwestern landscape, providing a peaceful escape for outdoor lovers. After your walk, stop by Joe Sippers Café, one of our Illinois Makers. Here, the Joe Sippers team makes, bakes, and creates what they can with quality ingredients like stone-ground flour, local free-range eggs, all-natural deli meats, and lofty portions of nutritious produce. Grab a freshly-brewed coffee to go!
As businesses all across town flip their signs to ‘Welcome’ and restaurateurs fire up their grills, Effingham hums with the hustle and bustle of small-town life. Enjoy shopping at a few of the chicly-curated clothing and home goods boutiques in the Downtown area, then head north…
A woodsy, warm scent greets you at the door of the John Boos & Co. Outlet and Showroom. This iconic foodie brand has a historic reputation in Effingham as our oldest manufacturer, dating back to 1887. Browse handcrafted Boos Block wood cutting boards, butcher blocks, carts, and other factory seconds.
Continue your culinary adventure with lunch at Firefly Grill, just down the road. This modern roadhouse restaurant sits on the shores of Lake Kristie, nestled in a meadow of Black-eyed Susans and vegetable gardens. It’s a farm-to-table oasis for those looking to be nourished with the very best, sustainably sourced ingredients. Homegrown hospitality abounds here.
Recharge in a space that feels like home – whether that’s the opulent and romantic Holiday Inn on the north side of town… or the industrial, airy loft at the XCHNG, in Downtown Effingham. Sink into the deep comfort and cozy familiarity of the Heartland.
For an elevated experience to cap off your day, head to Wheat Penny, an intimate speakeasy cocktail bar nestled below the Lofts at the XCHNG. With expertly crafted cocktails and mocktails, and a vintage vibe, it’s the perfect place to unwind in the heart of Downtown Effingham. Go ahead – ‘fill your cup’ and let it ‘runneth over’.
However you decide to experience Effingham, we encourage you to soak up the people, the places, and the experiences that set us apart. For more information, or to view our Calendar of Events, visit www.visiteffinghamil.com or call 1-800-772-0750 to request a free Visitors Guide.
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