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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37.3 Miles
92% 130 votes
Farms & Ranches 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, IL 60506 MoreLess Info
On the Blackberry Farm's 54 acres can be found period museums, a miniature train, picnic areas, gift shops and many more things. It is a good place to visit by families looking for a relaxing time.
37.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Scenic Railroads PO Box 725, Oswego, IL 60543 MoreLess Info
The Great Train Expo is a national train show that caters to model railroad enthusiasts and features up to 500 tables of train dealers. The expo displays Lionel trains, American Flyer locomotives, and hobby tools.
37.4 Miles
70% 10 votes
Water Parks 2780 Channahon Rd, Joliet, IL 60436 MoreLess Info
Joliet's Splash Station Waterpark is an attraction that offers many water features such as a six person slide, body slides, tube slides, lazy river and zero depth pool. The water park also includes a sandy play area.
37.5 Miles
82% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 95 Fifth Street, Oswego, IL 60543 MoreLess Info
Featuring 10 screens with digital projection, Kendall 10 Theater is a clean and comfortable place to enjoy a movie. All theaters are equipped with stadium seating, and guests get free drink refills and 50 cent popcorn refills for the duration of their stay.
37.6 Miles
100% 8 votes
Visitor Centers 3000 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60435 MoreLess Info
Pilcher Park Nature Center is over 640 acres of land that includes playgrounds, picnic grounds, hiking trails, bicycle trails and cross country ski trails. Visitors can also attend classes to learn about things like wildflowers, horticulture and birding.
37.7 Miles
50% 8 votes
Gymnastics 14511 S Van Dyke Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
GymQuest is a gymnastics training facility for students of all levels, with a focus on children. The facility offers classes for boys and girls, and integrates other kinds of education, like letter, number, and shape recognition, with classes.
37.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Bars 15610 S Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Railsplitter Inn Sports Bar at Pioner Lanes is a bowling center with a full service grill and bar that features 15 taps. The bowling center host leagues and parties and also features an on site pro shop.
37.9 Miles
67% 3 votes
Batting Cages 24316 W 143rd St # 102, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
A sporting equipment store, Eich's Sports & Indoor Batting Cages also offers baseball training facilities and a floor hockey league. The store also does custom embroidered sports uniforms and trophies.
37.9 Miles
- 2 votes
Bowling 15610 S Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a bowling alley offer leagues and host birthday parties at Plainfield Lanes. The bowling alley also features a bar and grill along with an on site pro shop.
38.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) Northern Illinois Un, Dekalb, IL 60115 MoreLess Info
Consisting of a variety of athletic facilities, Northern Illinois University Athletics is home to many of the university's sport teams. The largest facility, the Huskie Stadium, hosts home football games with over 30,000 seats.
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