- 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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Climb to the top of the 14-story tall Millennium Carillion and you can experience the wondrous musical bells and a breath-taking view of Naperville and beyond. Visitors also enjoy concerts from the lawns surrounding the tower.
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From antiques to women's wear, the Little Traveler can offer its visitors bargains. Each room is dedicated to something else, with plenty of gift opportunities to be found.
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A full scale indoor ice rink, Rocket Ice Arena hosts hockey leagues and tournaments. The facility also offers lessons in speed skating, figure skating, and synchronized skating, and offers open skating hours.
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375 W Briarciff Road, Behind Town Center, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
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At The Performing Arts Center, visitors can watch a wide range of community performing arts events, from plays to concerts. The center organizes summer concerts where visitors can listen to live covers of Frank Sinatra.
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Hidden Oaks Nature Center offers visitors of all ages and backgrounds with the opportunity to connect with nature. Patrons can participate in interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, register for nature programs or hit the trails with a self-guided Discovery Pack.
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An entertainment center, Sky High Sports, Naperville Il features trampoline activities including open jumping, dodgeball, slam dunk basketball and aerobics. The center also offers a foam pit, party and event hosting, arcade games, pool tables and a snack bar.
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3615 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles, IL 60175
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Named after the river otter, Otter Cove Aquatic Park is an exiting place for people who enjoy water. It has facilities for visitors of all age and suits all moods.
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The Stone Creek Miniature Golf is an 18-hole mini-golf course that offers challenging golf to individuals of all skill levels. Visitors commonly enjoy attending birthday parties, group outings, or having a night-out at the course.
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425 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
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Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm is an outdoor leisure park that supports activities such as trout and catfish fishing. The lake requires a permit to fish on and holds occasional fishing derbies.
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3507 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL 60134
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The Stephen D Persinger Recreation Center contains a full fitness gym with treadmills, stair climbers, bikes, ellipticals, and more. The gym also contains an indoor track, two basketball courts, and rooms for classes and parties.