Things to Do with Kids in Ottawa, IL

  • TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Ottawa, Illinois, including 15 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Salle and Utica.
  • From Starved Rock Adventures to C & M Canoe Rental, the Ottawa area offers 73 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, National & State Parks, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • Located at the confluence of the Fox River and Illinois River, Ottawa, IL is the heart of the sand and glass industry in the nation. Ottawa was also the site of the first Lincoln vs. Douglas debates, making it a part of significant history. There are many historic places and attractions to see in the area, including the Reddick Mansion and Starved Rock State Park.
  • TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Ottawa, Illinois, including 15 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Salle and Utica.
  • From Starved Rock Adventures to C & M Canoe Rental, the Ottawa area offers 73 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, National & State Parks, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • Located at the confluence of the Fox River and Illinois River, Ottawa, IL is the heart of the sand and glass industry in the nation. Ottawa was also the site of the first Lincoln vs. Douglas debates, making it a part of significant history. There are many historic places and attractions to see in the area, including the Reddick Mansion and Starved Rock State Park.
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41.4 Miles
80% 20 votes
Theaters 15 E Van Buren Street, Joliet, IL 60432 MoreLess Info
The Rialto Square Theatre & Office Complex is a live performance venue that has hosted musical productions, Broadway plays, and comedy shows. The venue is available to rent for weddings or private parties.
41.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Arcades 215 N Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432 MoreLess Info
An old-fashioned arcade devoted to preserving and celebrating the game of pinball, the Chicago Street Pinball Arcade features a wide array of pinball and classic arcade machines. Visitors can also reserve the venue for parties.
41.5 Miles
78% 126 votes
Race Tracks 500 Speedway Boulevard, Joliet, IL 60433 MoreLess Info
Chicagoland Speedway is a 1 ½ miles motorsport racetrack, hosting annually the NASCAR series. It has a capacity of 75,000 seats, and it can accommodate in its infield 626 RVs.
41.5 Miles
86% 43 votes
Baseball Fields 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive, Joliet, IL 50432 MoreLess Info
Silver Cross Field, home to the Joliet Slammers, is more than a clean, affordable park to enjoy a game with the family. The park features picnic patios, movie night specials, and year-round event accommodations.
41.5 Miles
100% 10 votes
Race Car Driving 500 Speedway Boulevard, Joliet, IL 60433 MoreLess Info
Richard Petty driving is an experience in itself. It has a great lap riding facilities and some decent rides. The events are well organized. There is enough space for spectators. Waters and souvenirs are available.
41.5 Miles
80% 20 votes
Parks Off Route 52, Joliet, IL MoreLess Info
Featuring multiple trails, Pilcher Park is suitable for hiking and biking, has wooded areas and spots for picnics and is home to wildlife such as birds and deer. The park has a nature center with animals like turtles and snakes.
41.5 Miles
63% 48 votes
Movie Theaters 2815 Showplace Drive, Naperville, IL 60564 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Naperville 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, independent films, arcade games, theater rentals and a concession area.
41.5 Miles
Rusty Wallace Racing Experience- Chicagoland Speedway allows visitors to drive racecars on a 1.5 mile d-shaped oval super speedway track, or just ride along. Packages start from as few as 3 laps, up to 50.
41.6 Miles
78% 18 votes
Historic Sites Columbia Street, Joliet, IL MoreLess Info
Part of the Des Plaines River preservation system, the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site is a 52 acre preserve and former iron manufacturing facility site. The preserve offers a 0.59 mile interpretive trail and the 10.81 mile Centennial Trail.
41.6 Miles
50% 8 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 1423 N. Broadway, Joliet, IL MoreLess Info
Haunted Trails is an amusement park complex featuring a large selection of fun attractions for visitors to enjoy. Miniature golf, laser tag, go-kart racing, and batting cages are a few of the many attractions available.
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