- Our list of the best things to do in Zion, Illinois, features the top 261 nearby activities — including 122 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Zion, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 9 things to do within the city of Zion, IL , followed by 252 popular activities in nearby cities, including Kenosha, Waukegan, Racine, Highland Park, Gurnee, Buffalo Grove, Northbrook, Mundelein, Libertyville, Grayslake, Wheeling, Glenview, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Arlington Heights, Pleasant Prairie, Mchenry, Palatine, Mount Prospect, Barrington, Skokie, Round Lake Beach and Great Lakes
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The Wind Point Lighthouse was originally designed by Orlando Metcalfe Poe and was first used in 1880. Today, visitors can climb the 11 stories to the top, view the Fog Horn building that has been turned into a museum and gift store, and view the Fuel House.
23.6 Miles
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and built of Kasota limestone, red Streator Brick, tinted stucco and unstained tidewater cypress, Wingspread is a community meeting room. The 14,000 square foot building, a National Historic Landmark, has a large central ceiling and four wings.
23.6 Miles
The Don Elder Fine Art Studio is a local art gallery specializing in the selling of house and garden art. The gallery offers a number of items, including garden art sculptures as well as interior and exterior home art pieces.
23.8 Miles
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Deer Grove Forest Preserve, Palatine, IL 60074
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Acquired as a wildlife and nature preserve in 1916, Deer Grove Forest Preserve spans 1800 acres. The preserve is of interest to students of wildlife and nature as well as to those who just want to jog or picnic.
23.8 Miles
Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Lake Arlington from one of the walking paths that circle the lake. There are rental shops set up by the lake so visitors can take sailboats and kayaks out on the water.
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Kohl Children's Museum
SPECIAL GROUPON DEAL: 38% Off Birthday Party or Admission at Kohl Children's Museum
2100 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL 60026
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There 16 permanent exhibitions at the Kohl Children's Museum, from domains such as Adventure in Art, Car Care, and Pet Vet. Special programs are organized in here all around the year, while it can also support special private events, such as birthday parties.
24.3 Miles
The River Trail Nature Center is a nature center focused on telling the story of native plants and animals that still thrive within the surrounding urban environment. Attractions include self-guiding trails, an exhibit building, and a children's nature discovery area.
24.3 Miles
Founded in 1961, the Valley-Lo Sports Club is a club offering a number of amenities and facilities for its guests to enjoy. These include an 18-hole golf course, a full-service club house, and numerous dining options.
24.4 Miles
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Laser Quest- Arlington Heights
SPECIAL GROUPON DEAL: Up to 37% Off Laser Tag and Birthday Party at Laser Quest
644 E Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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Laser Quest- Arlington Heights is a laser tag facility offering a number of services and amenities to enjoy. Birthday party hosting, public game sessions, and group outings are among the services provided by the center.
24.4 Miles
Habitat Park is an often overlooked 2 acre outdoor exhibit at the Kohl Children's Museum. Climbing structures, a maze, water painting wall, alternative energy exhibit, sensory garden, interactive sculpture trail with numerous activities are some of the activities available.