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 16 hotels where you can unwind, more than 65 restaurants where you can indulge, and countless things to see and do, you’ll be reluctant to leave.
Make plans to spend a day—or better yet, a whole weekend—and discover what makes this Midwestern getaway so irresistible to travelers from all walks of life. The community is a haven for those looking to ‘fill their cup,’ both in the metaphorical and literal sense.
Relax in vacation mode with a steamy hot yoga session at Lotus Room Yoga in downtown Effingham, followed by a short stroll to the farmers’ market, which runs from May to October. You’ll encounter local makers, singer-songwriters, farmers, coffee roasters, carpenters, storytellers, and a community rich in talent and diversity. Take a freshly brewed coffee to go from the folks at Joe Sippers Café, and then get ready to kick it up a notch.
As businesses 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, such as The Red Thread Boutique and Favorite Things, in the downtown area. Then head north.
A woodsy, warm scent greets you at the door of the John Boos & Co. Outlet & Showroom. This iconic foodie brand, used by professional and celebrity chefs, has a historic reputation in Effingham as the town’s oldest manufacturer, dating back to 1887. Browse handcrafted Boos Block wood-cutting boards, butcher blocks, carts, and other factory seconds.
Continue your culinary experience with lunch at Firefly Grill. The popular modern roadhouse restaurant sits on the shores of Lake Kristie and is 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.
Once you are rested and ready to explore, step into a dreamy, old-world setting at Tuscan Hills Winery. Peruse the wine list, filled with whimsical names such as Starry Night and Sweet Sicilian. Find your guilty pleasure, and order a few bottles to take home or enjoy on the heated patio. Go ahead: ‘Fill your cup,’ and let it ‘runneth over.’
However you decide to experience the town, be sure to soak up the people, places, and experiences that set Effingham apart.
This post was created by SLM Partner Studio on behalf of Effingham, IL. For more information, or to view their Calendar of Events, visit www.visiteffinghamil.com or call 1-800-772-0750 to request a free Visitors Guide.
