Accessibility is a priority in Nauvoo, with ramps and clear pathways in many areas ensuring that everyone can enjoy the splendor of this charming town. Each moment in Nauvoo is designed to create lasting memories, inviting you to return time and again. Let Nauvoo's magic captivate your heart, whether it's your first visit or one of many.
Tips For You
5 Things to Consider
When Visiting Nauvoo
1. Historic Homes
Most historic buildings that make up the historic sites of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were built before accessibility guidelines were created. However, site missionaries are often wlling to present relevant information outside of the homes.
Most historic buildings that make up the historic sites of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were built before accessibility guidelines were created. However, site missionaries are often wlling to present relevant information outside of the homes.
2. Call and Ask
Although some locations are not accessible, Nauvoo is a small town and can often make accommodations on a case by case basis. Call and ask the location about specific accessibility accommodations.
Although some locations are not accessible, Nauvoo is a small town and can often make accommodations on a case by case basis. Call and ask the location about specific accessibility accommodations.
3. Enjoy the Outdoors
The Nauvoo State Park, the Nauvoo Riverwalk Path, and the sidewalks along Main Street are wonderful accessible locations to explore.
The Nauvoo State Park, the Nauvoo Riverwalk Path, and the sidewalks along Main Street are wonderful accessible locations to explore.
4. Outdoor Performances
During the summer months there are many outdoor performances on Main Street that are free and easily accessible. Check with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Visitors' Center for details.
During the summer months there are many outdoor performances on Main Street that are free and easily accessible. Check with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Visitors' Center for details.
5. Know your Ability
This guide is meant as a starting point for you to plan your trip. Please make sure you check these locations yourself to be sure that they can accommodate you.
This guide is meant as a starting point for you to plan your trip. Please make sure you check these locations yourself to be sure that they can accommodate you.
Dining
Hotel Nauvoo Handicap accessible entrance (Dining room only)
Lock 19 Handicap accessible entrance and visual printed menus.
The Red Front Handicap accessible entrance and visual printed menus.
Sunset Hill Shave Ice Handicap accessible entrance and bathrooms.
Lodging
Inn at Old Nauvoo
Handicap accessible rooms both at the Inn and Zion's Mercantile.
Nauvoo Vacation Villas
Handicap accessible villa.
Shopping
Three Keys Collection
Fudge Factory
Dollar General
Casey's
Zion's Mercantile
Allyn House
Quarry House
Three Keys Collection
Fudge Factory
Dollar General
Casey's
Zion's Mercantile
Allyn House
Quarry House
Historic Sites & Museums
Please be aware that many of the historic properties in Nauvoo were built before ADA regulations. This list below includes properties with varying degrees of accessibility, please check for specific accommodation requirements with the entities that own these locations.
*Historic Nauvoo Visitors' Center
*Women's Garden
*Webb Blacksmith Shop
*Family Living Center
*Red Brick Store~
*Temple City Tour ~+
*Garden behind Lyon Drug+
*Browning Gun Shop
*property owned by The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
visit nauvoohistoricsites.org for more
detailed information and updates.
Nauvoo Riverwalk
City owned paved walking path
at the end of Parley Street
Tomb of Joseph^
^privately owned see tombofjoseph.com
for more information
~ramp behind building
+path is not paved