Indoor Activities in Des Plaines, IL

  • TripBuzz found 365 things to do indoors in the Des Plaines area. From Rivers Casino to River Rand Bowl, Des Plaines offers a variety of rainy day activities and other fun things to do indoors — including 209 indoor attractions with ratings over 90%.
  • There are 64 different types of things to do inside in or near Des Plaines, Illinois. Some of the most popular types of these activities include: Theaters, Arcades, Bowling and Casinos.
  • There are 8 indoor activities in Des Plaines, and 357 indoor attractions in nearby cities within 25 miles, including: Chicago, Evanston, Oak Park and Downers Grove.
  • TripBuzz found 365 things to do indoors in the Des Plaines area. From Rivers Casino to River Rand Bowl, Des Plaines offers a variety of rainy day activities and other fun things to do indoors — including 209 indoor attractions with ratings over 90%.
  • There are 64 different types of things to do inside in or near Des Plaines, Illinois. Some of the most popular types of these activities include: Theaters, Arcades, Bowling and Casinos.
  • There are 8 indoor activities in Des Plaines, and 357 indoor attractions in nearby cities within 25 miles, including: Chicago, Evanston, Oak Park and Downers Grove.
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10.8 Miles
90% 181 votes
Movie Theaters 1022 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Movie-goers can enjoy watching the latest movie releases at Lake Theater. Located in the Oak Park suburb of Chicago, this theater offers full-service concessions, weekly specials and 3-D movie capability.
10.8 Miles
40% 5 votes
Bars 1122 W. Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
The Oak Park Bar Louie location is a welcome addition to the national chain of causal dining bars. Specials include $1 domestic bottles on Wednesdays, and half priced appetizers weekdays from 4PM to 7PM.
10.8 Miles
78% 9 votes
History Museums 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1898, the Evanston History Center in the Charles Dawes House strives to preserve and promote the history of the local area. Visitors commonly enjoy taking tours of the house while viewing the exhibits and learning about local history.
10.9 Miles
92% 77 votes
Libraries 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Hosting a permanent Hemingway collection, the Oak Park Public Library organizes almost each day of the year special events and exhibitions, for adults and children alike.
10.9 Miles
94% 35 votes
Art Museum 40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 MoreLess Info
It's a pleasure to visit a place which is as expansive and as grand as the Mary and Leigh Block Museum. Exhibits are vast and various. Artists featured are of the highest standards and authenticity.
10.9 Miles
92% 12 votes
Theaters 1010 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
The Oak Park Festival Theatre captures the historic authenticity of Shakespearean works with an outdoor stage. Visitors bring chairs and blankets to view these classic works as they were originally performed, out in the breezy open air.
10.9 Miles
62% 34 votes
Bowling 7244 Circle Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 MoreLess Info
Featuring lanes with bumpers, Circle Lanes offers visitors a recreational bowling alley experience with 18 lanes to choose from. The bowling alley also has a billiards room with pool tables.
10.9 Miles
93% 14 votes
Music Venue Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 MoreLess Info
At Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, visitors can see a wide variety of performances, from live orchestra music to stand up comedy from nationally recognized comedians. The concert hall also hosts student performances from the Northwestern University's school of music.
10.9 Miles
100% 12 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 246 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 MoreLess Info
The mission of Terra Incognito is to encourage and promote work of the highest quality exhibitions and representation in the gallery. The facility includes semi-private and private studios, wood firing kilns, and classrooms.
10.9 Miles
92% 12 votes
Historic Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1973, the Unity Temple Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the Unity Temple. The building was constructed in the 20th century by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
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