Car Rental Cahokia

Car rental information for Cahokia

Cahokia is an ancient city located near present-day Collinsville, Illinois. It was the largest and most influential urban settlement of the Mississippian culture, which developed advanced societies across much of what is now the United States. At its peak in the 13th century, Cahokia had a population estimated at between 10,000 and 20,000 people, making it one of the largest cities in North America prior to European contact.

Cahokia is now an archaeological site, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site is managed by the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, which offers guided tours of the area and a museum. Visitors can explore the mounds, which are the remains of the city’s earthen pyramids, and view artifacts from the city’s history. The site also includes a nature trail, a picnic area, and a visitors’ center.

The nearest major airport to Cahokia is Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, located about 20 miles away in St. Louis, Missouri. From the airport, visitors can take a rental car or taxi to the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. There is also a MetroLink light rail station located in the city of St. Louis, which provides access to the site.

The Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site is open year-round, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Admission is free, but there is a fee for guided tours. The site also hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including Native American festivals, archaeology workshops, and art exhibitions.