- TripBuzz found 723 things to do with kids in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 705 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
- From Mountain View Mine Miniature Golf to Beck Lake Forest Preserve, the Des Plaines area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Arcades and Bowling.
- Des Plaines, Illinois, is a suburb of Chicago that surrounds the states Des Plaines River. The city is known for its many areas of outdoor recreation, including many natural parks, a forest preserve, a Lake, a river and an aquatic center. Visitors also enjoy the areas many museums, including the first McDonald's Museum.
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The Sea Lion Aquatic Park features a variety of water areas, offering pools and water attractions that are suitable for customers of all ages. The location also offers cakes and pizzas for guests to enjoy.
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Visitors can explore the natural habitats of the region at West DuPage Woods, which includes wetland and woodland areas. The park has several picnic areas, as well as a 2 mile nature trail for hiking.
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Specializing in classic plays and dramas, Gallery Theater offers the community a venue to watch performing arts productions. During the holiday season, the theater runs an annual Christmas themed play.
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Naval Station Great Lakes Main Gate on Sheridan Road, Great Lakes, IL 60088
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Free to tourists, the Great Lakes Naval Museum offers guided tours and a valuable education concerning the history of the military, particularly the U.S. Navy. Throughout the year, special events and activities are planned for children and youth groups.
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A mobile laser tag service, Golden Gun Laser Tag provides laser tag equipment and setup to create a laser tag arena in any setting. The service is suitable for parties and private events and includes guns, headsets and obstacles.
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Filled with interactive displays, Bartlett Nature Center offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the native plant and animal life in the region. The center has reptiles, insects, stuffed animals, bones, and informative posters on display.
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A 3,400-acre preserve, the James 'Pate' Philip State Park aims to preserve and protect its diverse Illinois ecosystem. The park is a mixture of prairie, marshes and forest and features a visitor center with educational exhibits.
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2610 Commerce Drive, Libertyville, IL 60048
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From toddler classes to gymnastic camps, Libertyville Gymnastics Academy has a facility complete with pads, ramps, beams, a foam pit, and more. The classes hosted here teach children agility and flexibility, as well as basic gymnastic moves.
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A trampoline park and gymnasium, Elite Sports Complex offers a variety of competitive and recreational programs. Sports offered include rhythmic gymnastics, artistic gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline, and dance, and are available for boys and girls.
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533 Saint Charles Street, Elgin, IL 60120
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Featuring artifacts from the Elgin No 5 fire house, the Elgin Fire Barn No 5 Museum displays antique fire fighting equipment, including a hand-propelled hose cart, old helmets and uniforms, a variety of badges, and other memorabilia.