Alton Odyssey Tours

07/10/2025

Join us this Saturday for an exclusive journey behind the bricks in Alton, IL, where you’ll uncover the fascinating stories of the Prohibition era. This unique tour, presented in collaboration with features a captivating theatrical experience at every stop. Your ticket includes two Prohibition-era cocktails to kick off and conclude your adventure. Don’t miss out – secure your spot now, as seats are limited! Book your tickets today!

06/28/2025

prints now available in store! This talented Alton native custom made this piece in collaboration with Alton Odyssey Tours. We are so proud to represent these and will have more merch with this design available soon!

06/26/2025

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Alton, IL, as we take you on a walking tour along the scenic riverfront. Our 1.5 hour tour is a captivating journey through time, unveiling the fascinating tales that shaped Alton’s past. From the renowned Abraham Lincoln to the courageous Elijah P Lovejoy, we delve into the lives of influential figures who left their mark on this community.

Visit the tunnels of the Underground Railroad and learn about the pivotal role Alton played in the fight for freedom during this transformative era. Our knowledgeable and passionate guides will lead you through the charming streets of Alton, sharing intriguing anecdotes and little-known facts about the town’s history. Tour includes a stop at the once majestic Hotel Stratford and the Hemingwayesque Hilltop Room.

Alton Odyssey Tours is committed to providing a family-friendly experience, where visitors of all ages can engage in an educational and entertaining exploration of the past.

Book your walking tour for this Saturday and embark on an adventure that will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of Alton’s heritage.

06/24/2025

06/14/2025

Alton Odyssey Tours is offering a Prohibition Tour this weekend, Saturday, June 14th from 2-5 pm! The tour meets at The Conservatory, 554 E. Broadway, and is $55 per person. This unique experience includes stops at five locations where characters from the Roaring Twenties share stories about the “wettest county in the country.” Tour begins and ends with a prohibition era cocktail.

OR, enjoy the Benjamin Godfrey Legacy Trail on Saturday, June 21st from 10am-1:30pm, which meets at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 10 East 3rd Street and is $50 per person. Historic re-enactor John Meehan portrays Benjamin Godfrey on this tour of four historic locations followed by a delightful lunch!

And the Welcome to Alton Tour happens on Saturday, June 28th, from 1:30–3pm. Meet at Post Commons, 300 Alby Street and pay only $20 per person. This 90-minute historic walking tour includes tunnels of the Underground Railroad and a visit to the once majestic Stratford Hotel.

For reservations please visit www.AltonOdysseyTours.com, or call 618-433-1392.

06/12/2025

Join us this Saturday for our first Prohibition Tour of 2025! We’re celebrating our third year of bringing the roaring 20s to life in Alton, IL. Dive into the fascinating stories of the characters who lived it! Don’t miss out!

06/05/2025

What makes our company stand out from the rest? Community Partnerships have always been a major component of our business model. By encouraging togetherness we can thrive as a city and welcome visitors to all that Alton has to offer!

12/08/2024

Next weekend, on December 14th, we will celebrate our 10th annual Tunes For Toys event 🎁 Join us by bringing a new, unwrapped toy or $10 entry fee to support and in their incredible work for the community. This year, we’ll announce the winner of the local decorations contest have a special visit from Santa, free food while it last donated by and enjoy live music from

We started this event with the goal of spreading extra holiday cheer, and year after year, your support has helped us achieve that! Giving back to our community is vital throughout the year, and sharing joy during the holidays is especially meaningful.

We extend our gratitude to everyone who has made this event possible over the past decade! Thank you to our attendees who have contributed thousands of toys and dollars, our generous donors who help power this event, and our community that supports non-profit organizations year-round. If you can’t attend the event, please consider giving back in any way you can this holiday season.

11/23/2024

Dan Kessler here- one of the volunteers behind 2024 Deck the Town.

My family moved to downtown Alton two years ago and we love it! Walking to Duke Bakery for snacks, visiting Alton Farmers' & Artisans' Market in the summer, and attending the great family events at The Old Bakery Beer Company have given us countless family memories.

I am working with Alton Odyssey Tours to organize this year’s Deck the Town so we can create another family tradition: enjoying the holiday lights and displays of our own historic city.

Deck the Town is a free event that runs now through Christmas (with voting ending on 12/13). Businesses can enter (for free!) to decorate their storefront. The business gets free promotion through foot-traffic and social media- and our community gets a Christmas tradition filled with sparkling lights and holiday wonder.

Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far! The displays look AMAZING!

Head to www.deckthetown.com to vote for your favorite display!

If you haven't entered yet, don't worry! There’s still time to enter. Email me at [email protected] or DM this page for more details. Merry Christmas everyone!

11/19/2024

Calling all Alton Businesses!

10/26/2024

Last night was a fun night! Thanks for coming on our tour and visiting Alton

10/02/2024

Enter to win $50 gift card and two Haunted craft Beer Walk tickets for next weekend!