SciTech Hands On Museum

An interactive, hands-on science and technology center with over 200 hands-on exhibits and an outdoor science park. Discover science and math can be interesting, accessible, and fun!

CITY: Aurora

African American Heritage Museum and Black Veterans Archives

This museum dedicated to black veterans includes a sculpture garden featuring African-American art.

CITY: Aurora

The Abbey Theatre at the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate

Located on the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, guests are greeted with our famous family hospitality, homemade meals and heartwarming musical productions. Lunch matinees and dinner shows are complimented by itineraries that include tours of our other historic properties, or excursions into Joliet's vibrant downtown. The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre welcomes groups with onsite motorcoach parking and handicap accessibilty.

CITY: Joliet

Des Plaines Conservation Area

This site's 5,500 acres make up one of the largest and most used hunting and field trailing areas in the state. It also offers camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, two small natural areas and 12 miles of equestrian trails with cross-country jumps.

CITY: Wilmington

Fossil Rock Recreation Area

Seasonal, monthly camping and full hook-up. Full hook-up sites to primitive tenting. Beach, fishing, fossil hunting, playground, showers. Near raceways. Shade. Open all year. Call for reservations and hours of operations.

CITY: Wilmington

Prairie View RV Park

Immediately adjacent to Chicagoland Speedway and near Route 66 Raceway. We offer showers, portable potties, sinks, water, waste and trash removal. Horse drawn ride available.

CITY: Elwood

Hollywood Casino RV Resort

The only casino in northern Illinois to offer an on-site RV Resort. Open seasonally, our RV park has all the conveniences of home, including water and electric hookups, as well as beautiful landscaping, laundry facilities, showers and restrooms.

CITY: Joliet

Autobahn Country Club

Autobahn Country Club is the 4th largest road course in the US. We have multiple public driving events and programs including Go Karting.

CITY: Joliet

Camp Sagawau Environmental Education Center

Environment Education Center - offers cross country skiing in the winter.

CITY: Lemont

Public Enemies - Stateville Correctional Center

The Feds hunt notorious American gangsters John Dillinger, Pretty Boy Floyd and Baby Face Nelson during a 1930s crime wave. The restored period exterior of Chicago’s Biograph Theater, site of Dillinger’s infamous demise, is featured in a pivotal scene in the movie.

CITY: Crest Hill

Bengston Pumpkin Farm

The fall fun here includes tractor-pulled hayrack rides, a haunted barn, pig races, train rides, a petting zoo, kiddie rides, a three-acre corn maze, a Halloween shop, food and pumpkins.

CITY: Homer Glen

Renaissance Center

The Renaissance Center is a restaurant and banquet facility. Open on Wednesday for themed lunch buffet and Friday night fine dining. Available for business meetings, corporate events, anniversary parties, weddings, banquets, showers and special events.

CITY: Joliet

Route 59 Corridor

Discover hundreds of well-known speciality and chain stores, and dozens of great dining locations, along the Route 59 Corridor in Naperville.

CITY: Naperville

Woodridge Town Centre

A multipurpose open play area, Woodridge Town Center hosts a variety of festivals in Woodridge.

CITY: Woodridge

Bicycle Trails - Aurora

More than 35 miles of trails, from Aurora to Crystal Lake, pass through scenic landscapes. Routes include the Fox River, Virgil Gilman and Red Oak Trails, and the Illinois Prairie Path.

CITY: Aurora

Blackberry Oaks Golf Course

This 18-hole course is par 72.

CITY: Bristol

Midewin Tall Grass Prairie

Largest open space in northeast Illinois.

CITY: Wilmington

Ageless Classics

Air Classics Museum and Bannockburn's Ageless Classics showcases classic cars, aircraft memorabilia and a gift shop in downtown Aurora's transportation museum.

CITY: Aurora

Paramount Theatre

This historic landmark theater offers affordable, live entertainment, comedy, concerts, dance and plays in both The Paramount Theatre & Copley Theatre. Group discounts. Theater rentals are perfect for meetings, performances, fundraisers and banquets.

CITY: Aurora

Joliet Mosaic Walking Tour

Take a self-guided walking tour of the magnificent murals, sculptures and mosaics found throughout Joliet's city center.

CITY: Joliet

Illinois State Museum - Lockport Gallery

Changing exhibitions focus on Illinois art and artisans.

CITY: Lockport

Contagion - Tellabs

An international team of doctors is contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak of a deadly disease.

CITY: Naperville

Aurora Art and History Museum

Discover the "City of Lights" through the Aurora Historical Society's collection of photographs, books, maps and other memorabilia. The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts six to eight rotating exhibits.

CITY: Aurora

Morton's, The Steakhouse

Morton's The Steakhouse is renowned for its signature menu and legendary hospitality. Now in its 30th year, Morton's has set the standard for fine steakhouse dining, serving only the finest USDA prime-aged beef, fresh fish, seafood and elegant desserts.

CITY: Naperville

Hollywood Palms, A Cinema, Bar & Eatery

Experience first run movies at Hollywood Palms while you enjoy our full bar and dinner menu including appetizers, entrees, desserts all while catching a flick, 18 & older after 5:30 pm. Call for “all-ages” showtimes.

CITY: Naperville

Aurora Regional Fire Museum

This museum features vintage firefighting equipment, memorabilia from the 1871 Chicago Fire, photographs and a gift shop.

CITY: Aurora

Forest Preserve District of Will County

Biking and running trails, bird watching, camping, cross-country skiing, sledding, outdoor ice skating, canoeing and rafting and fishing. The district office provides all information on preserves and issues picnic permits.

CITY: Joliet

Courtyard by Marriott Naperville

147-room hotel, conveniently located off I-88, offering spacious rooms with many amenities, indoor pool, whirlpool and public areas designed to provide the comforts of home.

CITY: Naperville

Little White Schoolhouse Museum

Constructed in 1854 as a church, this Greek Revival building also served as a schoolhouse for nearly 50 years. A later addition now serves as a museum of Oswego memorabilia.

CITY: Oswego

Seven Bridges Ice Arena

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Includes three ice surfaces, public skate 7 days a week, learn-to-skate and hockey classes, observation area, off-ice training center, party/conference rooms, arcade and a pro shop.

CITY: Woodridge

Aurora Historic Districts/Aurora Historic Preservation Commission

Tour the Near Eastside (350 homes dating from the 1800s), Stolp Island, Westside and Riddle Highlands, two of which are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

CITY: Aurora

Lincoln-Way North Performing Arts Center

Now in its 35th season, the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is the largest performing arts organization in Chicago’s Southland - providing professional orchestral music of beauty and excellence to the region. The IPO’s repertoire ranges from Baroque and Classical masterpieces, to world premieres and modern favorites.

CITY: Frankfort

Will County Historical Society

Incorporated in 1964, the Will County Historical Society exists to connect people and organizations to the county's rich history. The Society's museum is housed in the original headquarters of the I&M Canal. Built in 1837, the structure played a central role in the design, financing, and construction of the Canal and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Changing exhibits highlight the history of Will County and the Canal. The Society's extensive collection includes significant county and canal-related records, including maps, plats, land records, obituaries, photographs, newspapers, receipts, and correspondence.

CITY: Lockport

Kayak Morris

Less than 1 hour from Chicago. Providing unique rentals/guided tours/lessons and sandy beach camping. Kayaks, bikes and canoes on the Illinois River, Mazon River and I & M Canal/Towpath.

CITY: Morris

All Seasons Ice Rink

Two full-sized rinks are open for year-round skating. All Seasons also offers a game room, ballet room, pro shop and party room.

CITY: Naperville

Mar Theatre

The Mar Theatre opened for business on June 15th 1937, and today much of the original stage and decorative ceiling are intact. The lobby and ticket booth area are in the original configuration. Much of the original architectural hardware and lighting fixtures are still in use. The original auditorium comfortably seats 300 moviegoers and a new second auditorium accommodates 64 patrons. Outside the original marquee is still used to inform moviegoers of the current movies.

CITY: Wilmington

Swimming Stones

This kinetic water sculpture, created by Christian Tobin, combines art with the law of physics to enable giant stones to rock, spin and swivel on a cushion of water.

CITY: Aurora

Lyon Farm and Village

The farm and village have 15 historic buildings that trace the history of Kendall County. Learn more about native prairie grasses found around the farm and enjoy a variety of history oriented special events.

CITY: Aurora

Grundy County Historical Society

The Grundy County Historical Society operates a museum located near the historic I&M Canal in Morris, Illinois. Within the museum you will find an array of historical items. There are several cases on display filled with WWI and WWII memorabilia, artifacts from the Civil War era, and local history objects. Along with the museum, the Society owns an EJ & E railroad caboose which is open to the public for tours upon request. Museum hours of operation are Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM. Call in advance for guided tours (48 hour notice).

CITY: Morris

Meson Sabika

Located in an 1847 Georgian-style mansion, featuring tapas, the authentic dishes of Spain. Indoor and garden patio dining available.

CITY: Naperville

Sullivan's Steakhouse

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - A 1940s Chicago-style steakhouse featuring the finest certified Angus beef, select seafood and great live jazz in a sophisticated yet comfortable ambiance. Sullivan's has an award-winning wine list & full inventory of bourbon, single malt scotch & cognac.

CITY: Naperville

"Much Ado About Nothing" at Circle Theatre

Circle Theatre's Emerging Young Artists presents Shakespeare's classic comedy of courtship.

CITY: Joliet

Springbrook Golf Course

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Springbrook Golf Course is a challenging 18-hole, 72-par championship facility with a natural turf driving range, short range, putting green and two practice bunkers. The clubhouse features a well-stocked golf shop and an eating area that seats 60.

CITY: Naperville

Esteban’s

Known for its live salsa music and dancing, Esteban’s hosts Expression Nite on Thursdays, featuring drag performers. The dinner menu, served Wednesday through Saturday evenings, offers Latin American specialties.

CITY: Naperville

Source Code - Orland Park Metra Station

In this non-stop action thriller, a U.S. Army helicopter pilot wakes up in the body of another man and discovers that he’s become part of a mission to find a bomber on a Chicago commuter train.

CITY: Orland Park

Cinemark Imax Theatre

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - The Cinemark Imax experience is a 5-story tall, 7-story wide version of educational and recreational film subjects of both 2-D and 3-D.

CITY: Woodridge

Aurora Historical Society.

This local history research archives houses historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to the present. Open by appointment only.

CITY: Aurora

Riverfront Playhouse

This popular local theater group performs original plays, musicals, murder mysteries, comedies and children's theater.

CITY: Aurora

Strickler Planetarium

Witness the history of the universe from its fiery birth to the formation of our own solar system on a state-of-the-art digital projector that gives a multimedia and full-dome show. Open year round, there are several shows scheduled during the week.

CITY: Bourbonnais

Union Station Buffet

Perfect choice for a variety of American and international dishes that are sure to please. At Harrah's Casino.

CITY: Joliet

Jacob Henry Mansion

Elegant National Historic Landmark offers unique Victorian setting for weddings/receptions. Groups and tours welcome.

CITY: Joliet

Holiday Inn Select Chicago/Naperville-Lisle

426 beautifully renovated guest rooms, including 65 king suites. Concierge level with upgraded amenities. Free High speed Internet access in all guest rooms. 26,000+ square feet of flexible meeting space which includes a 6,400 square-foot ballroom.

CITY: Naperville

Aurora Area Architecture

The Aurora area features diverse architectural styles, including designs by Frank Lloyd Wright, Mies van der Rohe, Bruce Goff and George Grant Elmslie. The area is also home to one of the largest collections of Sears mail order homes.

CITY: Aurora

David L. Pierce Art & History Center

The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts year round rotating exhibits of innovative visual arts. The Historical Society Galleries feature changing historical displays throughout the year.

CITY: Aurora

Wayne's World - Downtown Aurora

This excellent comedy follows the pursuits of a pair of suburban Aurora slacker friends who have a public access cable show and a penchant for ‘70s rock. The movie was filmed on location in Aurora and Chicago. One of the notable Chicago sites includes a kitschy gift shop with a large Indian statue on its roof.

CITY: Aurora

Super 8 - Joliet North

Indoor pool, Jacuzzi suites, free high-speed internet, complimentary breakfast, guest laundry.

CITY: Joliet

Joliet Iron Works Historic Site

Joliet Iron Works Historic Site features 0.59 mile of paved trail that provides a self-guided interpretive tour of the site's historical significance. Take a free, naturalist-led tour of blast furnace ruins. Reservations are required.

CITY: Joliet

Joliet Public Library

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CITY: Joliet

William G. Stratton State Park

Although only 613 acres in size along the Illinois River, this state park is widely used by boaters and anglers of northeastern Illinois. Launching ramps with docks serve boaters from the Illinois River Bridge in Morris.

CITY: Morris

Maggiano's Little Italy - Naperville

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Maggiano's is inspired by post WWII Little Italy and specializes in Southern Italian cuisine. We offer signature family-style dining as well as a variety of menu choices, ranging from traditional pastas and chicken dishes to homemade desserts.

CITY: Naperville

The Old Barn Museum

Housed in an original 1840s barn, this museum features thousands of Native American artifacts, including arrows, axes, drills, stone implements, trade beads, beaded garments and natural history items.

CITY: Newark

Wilmington Dam

Home to catfish, walleye, northern pike, bass, pan fish, picnic and recreation.

CITY: Wilmington

Fairfield Inn South - Joliet

Built for business or leisure traveler. Indoor pool/hot tub, complimentary breakfast.

CITY: Joliet

Motel 6 North

Complimentary coffee 6-10 AM. Guest laundry facilities, free HBO and ESPN. We will leave the light on.

CITY: Joliet

Inwood Golf Course

Inwood offers a lighted range, pro shop and concessions.

CITY: Joliet

Bookie Magees Hideaway & OTB

Sports bar and state-of-the-art Off Track Betting facility. Offering simulcast wagering on thoroughbred and harness horse racing from Illinois and around the country. A great place to grab a bite to eat with over sixty televisions and comfortable seating. Open Sun - Thurs 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM & Fri - Sat 11:00AM - Midnight.

CITY: Joliet

Public Enemies - Joliet Prison

The Feds hunt notorious American gangsters John Dillinger, Pretty Boy Floyd and Baby Face Nelson during a 1930s crime wave. The restored period exterior of Chicago’s Biograph Theater, site of Dillinger’s infamous demise, is featured in a pivotal scene in the movie.

CITY: Joliet

The Dilemma - Dodge Automotive HQ

A man wrestles with the dilemma of whether or not to tell his best friend that his wife is having an affair.

CITY: Naperville

Kendall County Historical Society's Heritage Hall & Chapel on the Green

Dating back to 1855, the chapel is Kendall County's oldest church building, adorned with stained glass windows and a restored 1899 pipe organ. The adjacent hall houses local artifacts, including photographs and clothing.

CITY: Yorkville

Quality Inn - Aurora

51 rooms offer a blend of luxury and value. Adjacent to shopping and restaurants at Fox Valley Center. Meeting facilities, free continental breakfast, local calls and cable.

CITY: Aurora

Exploration Station, A Childrens Museum

A hands-on exploration and discovery museum for children and their families. Tuesday & Thursday are donation afternoons, where after 2 p.m. a suggested donation of $1.00 per person is requested.

CITY: Bourbonnais

KidsWork Children's Museum

KidsWork Children's Museum is a cultural institution that brings children, families and the community together to engage in fun, hands-on interactive play.

CITY: Frankfort

Ruffled Feathers Golf Club

Just 40 minutes from Chicago lies one of the area's premier golf courses. The only Illinois course designed by Pete Dye offers a world-class golf experience and outstanding banquets/weddings for our guests.

CITY: Lemont

Illinois State Museum Lockport Gallery

Features rotating, theme-based exhibitions of works created by past and contemporary Illinois artists and artisans. Exhibits are given added dimension through educational activities and tours for all ages.

CITY: Lockport

Manteno Historical Society Museum

The Manteno Historical Society Museum is headquartered in the Charles Skinner House, located in the center of Manteno. The opening of the Skinner House as a Museum took place in 1994. The first floor of the building has display areas of early 20th century living in the area. Of special interest is the medical display of items from the offices of Dr. Rouleau, Dr. Phipps, Dr. Malott, Dr. Thomas and Dr. Echevarria. Articles from Dr. Gagnon's dental office and pharmaceutical items from Hilsenhoff Drug Store have also been donated. The lower floor includes exhibit space, a kitchen and collections of archival materials. The upper floor presently houses a room commemorating Manteno war veterans featuring uniforms and memorabilia from WWI to the present.

CITY: Manteno

Reardon Historic Mansion Bed And Breakfast

For a chance of a lifetime to visit this beautiful historic mansion bed & breakfast with furnishing mostly from 1800's. Better than visiting a museum!

CITY: Morris

Days Inn Naperville

Clean, comfortable rooms at an affordable price. Within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Near high-tech business area.

CITY: Naperville

Chicago Marriott Naperville

DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - One of the largest full-service hotels in DuPage County, this contemporary hotel is the result of a state-of-the-art $30 million gut-rehab that included everything from a new central HVAC plan to a modernized great room lobby. Naperville's newest hotel is designed to attract business and leisure travelers, as well as host corporate and social events, with its 424 rooms, 7,000 square foot ballroom and 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.

CITY: Naperville

Jilly's of Naperville

Jilly's of Naperville is a classy, upscale bistro with live entertainment, perfect for dancing and romancing. Our menu offers gourmet appetizers and the best in light fare entrees. Enjoy great martinis and personalized service in a cabaret-like setting.

CITY: Naperville

CityGate Grille

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - At CityGate Grille, you can enjoy Mediterranean influenced cuisine, perfectly paired with your choice of one of our many incredible wines or specialty drinks. Satisfaction has never had such style.

CITY: Naperville

Mesta's Musicals

Wholesome family entertainment with song, dance, and humor. Join us for lunch and dinner show packages.

CITY: New Lenox

Naperbrook Golf Course

Naperbrook Golf Course is an 18-hole links-style course featuring rolling hills, native prairie grass and an ever-present breeze. The course offers a ten-acre driving range, separate teaching tee, 10,000 square-foot practice green and versatile clubhouse.

CITY: Plainfield

Elks Motel

Weekly rates, easy access to I-55, outside entrances for all rooms, quiet atmosphere.

CITY: Joliet

The Reserve at Harrah's Joliet Casino

A steak this good is, well, rare. At our Steakhouse, The Reserve, you find sizzling new dining options like Trio Crusted Filet, in addition to spectacular steaks and pasta dishes. Pair them with a fine wine and savory side dish for a spectacular evening.

CITY: Joliet

Holiday Inn Convention Center

This AAA Diamond hotel is only minutes to nearby shopping Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway. Tweeter center, 40 minutes from Midway and 45 minutes O'hare International.

CITY: Joliet

Ramada Limited South - Joliet

Close to Hollywood & Harrah's Casino's, Rialto Theatre, First Midwest Bank Amphitheater and Route 66 Raceway. Ask about special rates.

CITY: Joliet

Hollingworth Candies

Has been making its own delightful signature toffee in Lockport for almost 30 years.

CITY: Lockport

Gladys Fox Museum

The Gladys Fox Museum is located in the beautifully restored Old Congregational Church, which is the oldest surviving building of its type in Illinois. The building was constructed in 1840 of native limestone on land donated by the Illinois & Michigan.

CITY: Lockport

Camp Shaw

Camp Shaw was established in 1956 and is the best kept secret in all of beautiful Kankakee County! Camp Shaw is also a wonderful place to hold a variety of outdoor and indoor events. It provides overnight accommodation; horseback riding, guided trail rides or group lessons and weekend packages are available. It is also an outdoor, environmental science education program encouraging interest and participation in the balanced management of natural resources.

CITY: Manteno

Hotel Arista

DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - The stunning eco-chic Hotel Arista brings a perfect balance of urban modernism & luxurious appointments to Chicago's west suburbs. Featuring 144 residential-style guest rooms & suites, signature restaurant SugarToad and 10,000 square feet of elegant meeting space.

CITY: Naperville

SugarToad at the Arista

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - SugarToad's regional American cuisine, defined in suburban Chicago, brings simplicity and sensibility to casual fine dining. Located in the Hotel Arista.

CITY: Naperville

Emerson Creek Pottery

It happens the moment you turn onto the long, gravel road; it might be the charm of the converted century-old farmhouse filled with handcrafted pottery, homemade candles and other unique finds. It might be savoring the last bite of Blackberry Peach Cobbler after a delicious, freshly prepared lunch in the tearoom. Or it might be the peaceful serenity found only in the countryside. Whatever “it” is, friends young and old, male and female, have been coming back to Emerson Creek to experience it again and again.

CITY: Oswego

M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator and Visitor Center

The earliest remaining elevator along the canal that was fully operational during the canal's heyday. Built in 1862, the grain elevator allowed farmers to unload their grain locally instead of hauling it to the Chicago market by wagon.

CITY: Seneca

Tri-Country Stockdale Company of Joliet, Inc.

For over 30 years, Tri-County Stockdale Company of Joliet has focused on quality products, backed up with the highest standards for customer service. Our landscape division is striving to grow with your needs. Additionally, our new retail facility continues our focus on landscape products, with the addition of lawn ornamentation and, as always, our personal service. Plus, we are excited to offer expanded selections in our bird seed & feeders, pet feed, soy candles & seasonal gifts.

CITY: Joliet

Will County Historical Society

Incorporated in 1964, the Will County Historical Society exists to connect people and organizations to the county's rich history. The Society's museum is housed in the original headquarters of the I&M Canal. Built in 1837, the structure played a central role in the design, financing, and construction of the Canal and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Changing exhibits highlight the history of Will County and the Canal. The Society's extensive collection includes significant county and canal-related records, including maps, plats, land records, obituaries, photographs, newspapers, receipts, and correspondence.

CITY: Lockport

Farnsworth House

Master architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created the ultimate minimalist masterpiece, the Farnsworth House, in pastoral Plano in 1951. The stellar structure of floor-to-ceiling glass seemingly "floats" above the rambling Fox River.

CITY: Plano