Location

Carlyle is located in Southwestern Illinois approximately 50 miles straight east of St. Louis, Missouri.  Carlyle, situated near the nation's center of population, is easily accessible viaInterstate highways 1-57, 1-64, and I-70.  Two major airports serve the community; Mid-America Airport at Scott AFB is 30 minutes away and the second, Lambert International Airport in St. Louis, is 70 minutes away.      Carlyle is located within 350 miles of a population base of 38,605,800, or 15.2% of the U.S. population. 1996 figures show an available work force of 368,874 people within a 50-mile radius.       The city's proximity to the St. Louis metro area allows residents to enjoy the many cultural, educational, and entertainment activities offered in the metro area, while enjoying the additional benefits of living in a smaller community.      Less than an hour's drive away, sports fans will find the St. Louis Baseball Cardinals, the Football Rams, the Hockey Blues, along with outstanding college basketball, soccer, racetracks, and auto racing.      Riverboat gambling provides a new flavor to the historic Laclede's Landing area, with its many restaurants and nightclubs.  The St. Louis Gateway Arch provides a tremendous view of the entire riverfront area.      Music lovers will enjoy the summer productions at the Muny Opera, the fall and winter schedule at the Fox Theatre, and outstanding programs at Powell Symphony Hall.  Other major attractions include the new Science Center, Planetarium, St. Louis Zoo, and the Art Museum located in beautiful Forest Park.       The Metrolink light rail system allows easy access to many St. Louis attractions without the hassle of big city driving.      Carlyle offers a friendly, relaxed, safe environment where you still know and visit with your neighbors.  Carlyle's 3,406 residents invite you to visit our city soon.  Enjoy food, fun, and friendly people at the shops and restaurants in Carlyle.  Once you visit, you will see why we like Carlyle, and hope you will like it, too! Back to Top  Designed by  Dale Henry Carlyle, Illinois