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Holidays in Serena

We all know — a life full of new adventures is a life well-lived. So dig out your passport, pack your gear and say hello to Serena!

It's 1,050 kilometres west of Washington, the nation's capital.

It's well known that spending time in the great outdoors is good for your health and happiness. Keeping that in mind, why wouldn't you head 30 kilometres out of Serena to William G. Stratton State Park? Buffalo Rock State Park, 20 kilometres away, is another recommended option.

Whether you want to work on your turns or just get back to base in one piece, Illinois has the slopes you're after. You can head to either Raging Buffalo Snowboard Ski Park or Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports.

If you're thinking about expanding your horizons, go 20 kilometres northeast to Millbrook. It's here you'll discover Farnsworth House and Silver Springs State Park. We also suggest stopping by Sandwich, 20 kilometres to the northeast, for the Cedardell Golf Club and Richard E Klatt Memorial Field.

Feel like checking out Peru Mall, Baker Park and Hegeler Carus Mansion? Find your way to La Salle, 30 kilometres to the southwest, and set up base. These sights, as well as Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail and Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat, are all close.

Getting outdoors and exploring the surrounding area doesn't get any better when you can choose from engaging activities like mountain biking and rock climbing.

Cycling and shore fishing are two great ways to slow things down if the sightseeing crowds have left you a little frayed around the edges.

Head off on an insightful excursion with a friendly guide and some fellow out-of-towners. Segway tours and city walking tours are a few options in this region.

Whether you're plunging headfirst into it, floating on top of it or zooming across it, nothing beats being around the water. You can choose from a variety of watersports here, including swimming and canoeing.

From the middle of Serena, it's roughly 85 kilometres north to Greater Rockford Airport (RFD). This is the nearest airport. Make sure you give yourself a little extra time to find your way there so you don't miss check-in.

Top hotels for your Serena holiday

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
1879 N 2703rd Rd Ottawa IL
The price is AU$267 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$267
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Located in Ottawa, Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy is in a regional park, within a 10-minute drive of Washington Square Park ...
Clean room and kitchen.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Yorkville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Yorkville by IHG

2.5 out of 5
577 E KENDALL DRIVE Yorkville IL
Fully refundable
The price is AU$166 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$166
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Yorkville by IHG in Yorkville, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Your Performing Arts Center and Your Peforming ...
Paid for the room through Expedia with affirm payments. Got charged the full price for the room on my debit card plus the $50 incidental. Talked to management. They said they would reverse the charge on my card for the room. Which they have. However, upon checkout, I got charged another $210 dollars ...

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Opens in a new windowHoliday Inn Express & Suites Yorkville by IHG
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3 out of 5
2643 IL-178 Utica IL
The price is AU$184 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$184
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Located in Utica, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is next to a golf course, a 4-minute walk from Starved Rock State Park and 12 minutes by foot from Matthiessen ...
I was worried about the room having read many bad reviews about cleanliness and bugs. Luckily we had no issues, the room was clean and spacious. All but one front desk staff member seemed kind of indifferent and not very friendly. The main disappointment was the water park. The water was very cold ...

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

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