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4.6 (30 reviews)

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World's Largest Catsup Bottle, Collinsville
Bruce K.

Another trophy to add to my collection of Superlatives https://www.yelp.com/collection/fNQQ1OQ41doLSVPysXnv_Q, this is the World's Largest Catsup Bottle. It never contained actual catsup, instead it was built in 1949 as the water tower for the attached Brooks Foods plant. The plant is closed and no longer makes catsup but the advertisement still stands. There is parking directly underneath and across the street. It's pretty darned cool. [Review 19967 overall - 165 in Illinois - 941 of 2023.]

The World's Largest Catsup Bottle (water tower) in Collinsville Illinois found at 800 S. Morrison where Black Friday Liquidators is located.
Tyanna F.

Parking at Black Friday in front of the building is just a short walk to the tower. There is a replica inside the lobby of Black Friday and the staff will take pictures for you (if they are not busy!).

Rachel W.

Awesome! We were headed to St. Louis for the weekend and happened to find this oddity on Atlas Obscura. It's a pretty breathtaking site to see when you approach it from the road. We pulled over in the parking/loading dock area to get better pictures. The Brooks plant seemed deserted. I'm not sure if this tower is being used for anything anymore. I recommend visiting the World's Tallest Man in Alton, Illinois then stopping here.

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Dave C.

Part of old-style America. Great for photo ops. It's clearly kitschy yet worth a visit if it's not out of your way.

Jeanie M.

I totally love goofy landmarks, and this definately qualifies. THIS is a water tower with personality!

Sienna K.

On the historic Route 66, on the way from St. Louis to Chicago, is the World's Largest Catsup bottle. Sure, I can go over the fabled lore of the Brook's Catsup company, but, really, it's glory and majesty comes from the fact that, well, it's the world's largest catsup bottle.

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Collinsville Illinois historic Catsup bottle!! We must keep it painted and maintained; it's part of our heritage!!

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I'm a fan of attractions like this. This one is what it claims to be. I'm glad I visited it on our 2015 road trip!

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I enjoy stopping at roadside attractions & landmarks. Enjoyed seeing the catsup bottle!

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Amazing. A water tower painted as a ketchup bottle. Love it. You'll love it. A must see tourist stop .. or drive by

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The new owners are cleaning up the building and exterior. Nice job with the lighted Santa over Christmas too.

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Little Brick House - Little Brick House

Little Brick House

4.0(1 review)
0.8 mi

Beware!!! Google maps will take you to the wrong location! I'm on your side Apple Maps, you never…read moredo me wrong! From the Vandalia State House, take 185/40 (N. Kennedy Blvd) north, turn left/west on W. Randolph Street, then right/north on N. Perkin's Street one block to W. St Clair Street. Turn left and it's up on the little hill on your right/north side. I absolutely love state capitals, which would lead me to enjoy past state capitals. I had been in rural Illinois a few times and always wondered what Vandalia had to offer being that it was second Illinois Capitol City (an oldest one still existing, unlike Kaskaskia which is now under water). I followed Vandalia's tourist page to the few landmarks that existed. One was what is called "Little Brick House". It's an n example of simple Italianate architecture that has been preserved by the Vandalia Historical Society. It is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and is thought to have been constructed in the mid 1800's. According to the website, "Josephine Burtschi, local artist and historian, was born in this house. In 1956 she purchased the house and started restoring it to its original appearance. Over the years, the Little Brick House has been renovated and furnished with period pieces, antiques, and early Vandalia artifacts. Contained within the six rooms are furniture, china, engravings and books acquired from descendants of state officers, legislators and the Ferdinand Ernst Colony who lived in Vandalia when it served as capital. The library, called the Berry-Hall room, pays tribute to James William Berry, the first talented artist of Illinois, and to Judge James Hall who established Vandalia as the first literary center west of Cincinnati. (http://www.vandaliaillinois.com/littlebrickhouse.html)" There's a little history for ya!

Cahokia Mounds - Stairs to the top of the biggest mound

Cahokia Mounds

4.5(103 reviews)
4.2 mi

We enjoyed a visit to the largest archaeological site in the U.S…read more Quick visit advice: Park at the visitor center or across the street at Monk's Mound (if there are any spots in this smaller lot). Walk to and up Monk's Mound, which is the largest. I recommend reading the signs about the history of the mounds. Background: I visited just after finishing a book called "America Before" by Graham Hancock. He extensively covers the geoglyphs (mounds) across the Americas and describes their site-line survey complexity. They are basically dirt mound versions of Stonehenge, and line up with solar events during the equinoxes. The amount of precision from an ancient hunter-gatherer society is absolutely fascinating. I highly recommend a read before visiting.

We were in the area so we had to go check this place out, right? The history along should garner…read moreinterest. Pulling up, my kids were not amused. "What's with the big hill dad?" Oh kids... I mean it does look like just a big hill but... As a history buff, I thought it was kind of cool. We climbed the stairs to the top (great work out, a couple folks were doing just that) to get a view of the area. Not much at all is built up around this area, the small town that it is located in is barely a blip before you enter the St. Louis metropolitan area. It is actually pretty remarkable how rural this area is being only miles outside of St. Louis. Anyways, I tried to get my kids to understand that the people that built these mounds did not have Bobcats, dump trucks, or any huge equipment. We are talking woven baskets and such. Still not impressed. At least we stood on the top and say we have been there. I suggest you do the same. Check it off the list and say you once stood on one of the tallest pre-Columbian structures in North America. Can't say that every day!

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Gateway Arch - Got the top to ourselves

Gateway Arch

4.2(967 reviews)
11.3 miDowntown

Whether you're a tourist or a local, the arch never gets old. Make sure you book your tickets in…read moreadvance because they sell out pretty fast. The tram ride up is one of the most unique experiences. It's weird but also a cool sensation where you're moving sideways and upward at the same time, around 3 mph. The ride down feels slightly faster for some reason. Each tram fits a maximum of 5 people (or 6 with a baby in lap), so it is a snug little pod. If you or someone in your group has claustrophobia, I wouldn't let it stop you. Some of my friends have mild claustrophobia and they were fine. The tour guides while you're waiting in line are enthusiastic and keep things fun. I appreciated them. Once you get to the top, you have about 8 to 10 minutes to take in the view through these little windows that kind of make you feel like you're looking out of a plane. The view of the river is nice and you can spot planes and ships from up there. While you're waiting for your time slot or even after, there's a really nice Missouri history museum section at the entrance worth browsing through. Don't skip the gift shop, it's worth a quick stop. The grounds under the arch are a full park, so it's a great excuse to just be outside and enjoy the space. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who wants a fun and easy way to spend some time in the city.

Had the best time with my youngest travel companion!! Teaching the next generation of explorers…read more The entire staff was wonderful even as I almost got tackled by security because I didn't realize my eye glass cleaning wipes kept kicking off the alarm. Keep that in mind, totally empty your pockets to avoid an embarrassment. Loved the tiny tram ride to the top and back down again. The museum under the park is amazing and well done. The gift shop is well appointed and prices aren't too bad at all. The cafe also isn't too bad. Just watch your receipts. I got over charged and heard it's happened fairly recently with a few other people. Will certainly come back again and explore some more.

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Gateway Arch - This thing is BIG

This thing is BIG

Gateway Arch - Standing at the base of the north leg.

Standing at the base of the north leg.

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The Captain’s Return

The Captain’s Return

5.0(1 review)
11.1 miDowntown

You will find this nice sculpture on the Mississippi Riverfront, in St Louis, just behind the…read moreGateway Arch. It is the work of Harry Weber who completed the piece, which is made of bronze and sits 22 feet tall, in 2006 The 3.5 ton sculpture depicts explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and their Newfoundland dog, Seaman. It is owned by the city of St Louis and was commissioned by the Greater St. Louis Community Foundation to commemorate the bicentennial of the explorers' return September 1806. According to Weber, it "took seven months of long hours to complete the structure in clay, make molds and reassemble it like a giant jigsaw puzzle. It is a nice sculpture and Weber does a great job encapsulating Lewis and Clark's feeling of accomplishment, sacrifice and pride. It is very detailed and well done. The viewer can really connect to the piece. The sculpture is designated a national Lewis and Clark site by the US Park Service and spending on how high the Mississippi River gets, sometimes the statue is submerged in the river. In 2014, the statue was removed and restored to repair damage it had received from the flood. In 2016, the statue was returned to the riverfront to a location slightly south and about 17 feet higher than before. Before it was moved, during a flood situation, it would look like the duo were sailing into shore Anyway, as with most sculptures that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 10 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip. I would recommend checking out the Gateway Arch and Park while visiting this sculpture.

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The Captain’s Return
The Captain’s Return
The Captain’s Return - Me from Pacific  Coast Arriving at the Mississippi River.

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Me from Pacific Coast Arriving at the Mississippi River.

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