- Our list of the best things to do in Downers Grove, Illinois, features the top 864 nearby activities — including 340 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
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15.2 Miles
83%
42 votes
E Higgins Rd & Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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The Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a large 3,558 acre preserve populated by a 460 acre lake, several bike paths, and numerous picnic groves. The lake is open to canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and sailboats.
15.2 Miles
1505 Mitchell Drive, Oswego, IL 60543
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A family entertainment center, Fore! Family Fun features a black light miniature golf course, mini bowling lanes and bounce houses with a 16' slide. The center also provides arcade and redemption games, a dining menu and private event hosting.
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The Phillips Park Zoo is a safe environment where everybody can learn more about the local animal life and not only. Glancer Magazine includes the zoo in its Top 20 Summer Atractions.
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74%
80 votes
1335 South River Street (Route 25), Batavia, IL 60510
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An indoor and outdoor amusement park, the Funway Ultimate Entertainment Center has bumper boats, batting cages, a western mini-golf course, bowling alleys, arcade games, and laser tag facilities, among others. There are plenty of opportunities for organizing birthday parties in here.
15.3 Miles
Gaylord Building Historic Site presents a fantastically accurate, descriptive history about the place, especially the canal, with artifacts and pictures. The Gaylord building also houses the best restaurant of the town. It's a lively and informative destination.
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Schaumberg's Spring Valley is the destination for holidays and happy occasions. The farms are relaxing and provide a healthy aura during the stay. The cattle and poultry such as cows and ducks add to its charm.
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96%
24 votes
1111 E Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194
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Part of the Schaumburg Park District, the Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary is a 135 acre nature preserve that includes wetland areas, forests, fields, and streams. The sanctuary is an ideal spot for bird watching or simply for quiet repose.
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With running trails snuggly wrapping around a picturesque lake, Lake Park is a favorite leisure spot for Des Plaines locals. The park also features an extensive grassy area with shady trees and picnic areas.
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Will County Historical Society preserves and displays the history of Will County. They offer a range of exhibits and share the history of Will County through their research and genealogical room, guided tours of the museum and gift shop.
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Dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, Lockport's Lincoln Landing is a park landscaped with flowers, trees, and paths. The center of the park has a large bronze sculpture of Abraham Lincoln as a young man.