If you’ve ever imagined getting lost in a sea of flowers, we’ve got an attraction you’re sure to love. Only open for a limited time, there is a sunflower maze in Belleville, Illinois that will send you on a whimsical journey through nature.
This fun summer event is a must for the whole family. Scroll on to learn more.
Eckert’s Country Store and Farms in Belleville, Illinois is a family-friendly attraction that is open year round. It is full of fun things to do, but nothing beats its top summer attraction.
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Open Tuesday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., this amazing sunflower maze spans five acres. Just like a corn maze, there are twists and turns throughout that must be navigated in order to escape.
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Admission to the field is $1 while admission for the maze is $2 per person. Get up close and personal with the largest flowers of the summer when you visit this farm.
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Other attractions at Eckert’s include the store which is also a deli, bakery, and meat market. Cooking classes are also given here so guests can learn how to make amazing homemade dishes at home.
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If you’d rather let someone else do the cooking, there is also a restaurant open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Guests enjoy down-home favorites like fried chicken, mashed potatoes, biscuits, burgers, meatloaf, chicken-fried steak, and much more.
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Aside from its impeccable sunflower maze, this wonderful farm is also known for its pick-your-own-fruit fun. Enjoy blackberries, blueberries, peaches, and more as they are in season.
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Eckert’s Country Store and Farms is located at 951 S Green Mount Rd., Belleville, IL 62220, and you can get more information on its website or Facebook page. If you’ve ever been to this sunflower maze, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
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For more like this, check out seven pick-your-own-fruit farms in Illinois that will blow you away.
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