- Our list of the best things to do in Pontiac, Illinois, features the top 9 nearby activities — including 5 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Pontiac, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 9 things to do within the city of Pontiac, IL
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The Bloomington Galaxy 14 Cinema is a movie theater that features assistive listening devices, stadium seating, birthday party rooms, and select Digital 3D auditoriums. The theater also serves food and beverages and has group ticket discounts.
34.2 Miles
The Reddick Mansion and Gardens are a historic house and grounds that date back before the Civil War. Managed by a local non-profit, tours through the restored building, rooms, and gardens are offered by reservation throughout the year.
34.2 Miles
The Roxy Cinema is a movie theater that offers discounts to children under 12 and seniors over the age of 55. The cinema also offers discount cards that can be valid for up to two years.
34.2 Miles
Featuring draft beer and specialty drinks, Carretto's Bar & Bowling offers a dining menu as well as big screen televisions for watching sports programming. Six bowling lanes with automatic scoring and bumpers are available for individuals and private events.
34.3 Miles
Buffalo Rock State Park is a nice lakeside resort which is dotted by wooden docks and cabins. The hiking region is not too long but the surrounding backdrop is fantastic. Two buffaloes on a fence welcome you at the entrance.
34.4 Miles
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1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL
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The history of both the Ottawa region and the Boy Scouts of America is the focus of the Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum, which also offers special lectures and on-site events. Several nature trails run through the grounds adjacent to the museum for walking as well.
34.4 Miles
The Ottawa Scouting Museum focuses on the history of both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in the area. It maintains permanent exhibits, and hosts rotating exhibits showcasing different aspects of scouting through the years.
34.5 Miles
Miller Park Zoo, although small in comparison with others, exhibits animals from all over the globe. Besides the daily feeding hours, which are open to the public, this zoo can also be rented by larger groups.
34.5 Miles
For river tours and houseboat adventures, the tourist can always appeal to Starved Rock Adventures' services. Waterfront lodging is also available.
34.7 Miles
As an indoor rollerskating rink, Paramount Roller Skating Arena provides inline and standard skate rentals for visitors to use. The rink offers several birthday party packages that includes admission to the rink, skate rentals, and a meal.