You don't have to take a cruise or fly a thousand miles to a far off beach to achieve the relaxing getaway you crave. Pull up a chair, take a deep breath and let the power of the river melt your worries away. Relaxation is waiting for you all around Alton, Illinois.

It's time to leave the chaos of everyday life behind and unwind as you coast along the 33-mile stretch of the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway. Slow down and ease your way along the Great River Road embraced by the majestic bluffs and the expansive calming waters of the Mississippi River - the country's longest waterway. Once you're here, relaxing on the river is easy to do. Take a leisurely stroll through historic, charming towns and cities. Peruse the shops and explore our unique attractions. Or, put up your feet and make yourself at home just lounging with a river view.

Your chair is waiting all around Alton.