- Our list of the best things to do in Elmhurst, Illinois, features the top 887 nearby activities — including 346 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Elmhurst, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
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11.8 Miles
98%
172 votes
1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60187
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The First Division Museum at Cantigny is dedicated to the First Infantry Division, and tells a story which dates back to WWI. Uniforms, medals of Honor, weapons, vehicles, and even tanks are included in the permanent collection.
11.8 Miles
53%
179 votes
7000 Carpenter Road, Skokie, IL 60077
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An 18-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Village Crossing 18 displays first-run feature films along with independent films using digital projection. The theater provides stadium seating, theater rentals and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Featuring second-run feature films, Ogden 6 Theatre has six auditoriums equipped with 4K digital projection and Datasat sound. The theater has two 3D screens, a party room, concessions with food and drinks and restroom facilities.
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Endowed by the bequest of Robert R. McCormick, the Cantigny Gardens & Museums offer a wide array of attractions. There are military and cultural museums, gardens, an educational center, extensive walking trails, and a golf course.
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A 12-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Niles 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, a party room, theater rentals, reserved seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
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A forest preserve, the Miami Woods features relaxing trails for cyclists and walkers in and around Cook County. And with a variety of plant species, this park further provides for both bird and wildlife watching.
11.9 Miles
90%
10 votes
8301 Janes Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517
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Kids of all ages can get wet and have fun at the Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Center. Attractions include a lazy river, zero-entry pool, water slides and water play park.
11.9 Miles
60%
10 votes
824 E. Rand Road, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
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A 36-lane bowling center, Brunswick Zone - Mount Prospect offers open and league bowling along with party hosting. The center provides a pro shop, arcade games, billiard tables, a snack bar and a lounge with adult beverages.
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91%
23 votes
Greene Rd & Hobson Road, Naperville, IL 60517
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A 16-acre, off-leash canine recreation facility, Green Valley Forest Preserve Dog Park features fenced grassy fields with a separate 1.5-acre small dog area. The park provides picnic tables, shaded areas, walking trails and dog waste bags.
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83%
6 votes
Central Rd & E River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Administered by the city, the Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area is an off-leash dog park that features separate areas for small and large dogs. The park also feature a pond.