- 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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Surrounded by 40 forested acres, Red Oak Nature Center and features seven hiking trails that are open until sunset. Inside the free center visitors can enjoy multiple classrooms and a wildlife viewing room with turtle and fish habitats.
43.0 Miles
44%
18 votes
735 N. Center Blvd, Romeoville, IL 60446
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At Brunswick Zone XL - Romeoville, guests can experience lane side service during a game of bowling. During black-light bowling, the bowling balls become glow-in-the-dark. In addition to bowling, it has pool tables, a fire pit, laser tag, and bumper cars.
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At Legacy Paintball & Airsoft Park, guests can enjoy a game on the site's 77 acres of playable land. The location also accepts reservations for those who wish to hold a birthday party or team-building event.
43.0 Miles
Romeoville of Village is a village that has a fire department, a police department, a public works program, and a community development organization. The village also provides recreational programs to the community for free.
43.1 Miles
Chasers Laser Tag is an amusement complex that offers a token-free video game arcade in addition to both open play and private sessions of laser tag. They also host parties, corporate outings, and special events.
43.1 Miles
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13 votes
2160 Sycamore Road, De Kalb, IL 60115
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Carmike Market Square 10 Cinema is a movie theater and amusement center. good movies are up on the showreel and snacks like popcorn and soda complete the movie going experience. It is spacious and fuzzy.
43.1 Miles
Both laser tag and iCombat squad scenarios are available at Chasers Laser Tag. General open play for the games are offered daily, and groups can reserve select times to access the arenas.
43.2 Miles
85%
20 votes
83rd & Book Road, Naperville, IL 60567
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Located on 1829 acres of land in total, the Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve is a forest preserve that contains a large amount of biodiversity. Visitors commonly enjoy walking through the trails or having picnics while enjoying the natural scenery.
43.2 Miles
Dellwood Park offers visitors the chance to play baseball, soccer, horseshoes, tennis, and sand volleyball. The 150-acre park also contains hiking and walking trails, a pavilion, picnic shelters, and a playground.
43.3 Miles
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1 votes
1 University Parkway, Romeoville, IL 60446
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Located on the campus of the school, the Lewis University Philip Lynch Theatre is the performance venue for the Theatre Deparment. Each season the department performs a variety of classic and original shows at the venue, including an annual holiday performance.