Things to Do with Kids in Batavia, IL

  • TripBuzz found 470 things to do with kids in or near Batavia, Illinois, including 462 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Aurora, Wheaton and Lombard.
  • From Harold Hall Quarry Beach to Red Oak Nature Center, the Batavia area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Movie Theaters, Theaters and History Museums.
  • A suburb of Chicago, Batavia was founded in 1833. Nicknamed both 'The Windmill City' and the 'City of Energy', the city was the largest producer of windmills during the late 19thcentury. Batavia has a population of under 27,000 and is part of the Tri-Cities area. Notable native Batavians include Craig Sager and Ken Anderson.
  • TripBuzz found 470 things to do with kids in or near Batavia, Illinois, including 462 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Aurora, Wheaton and Lombard.
  • From Harold Hall Quarry Beach to Red Oak Nature Center, the Batavia area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Movie Theaters, Theaters and History Museums.
  • A suburb of Chicago, Batavia was founded in 1833. Nicknamed both 'The Windmill City' and the 'City of Energy', the city was the largest producer of windmills during the late 19thcentury. Batavia has a population of under 27,000 and is part of the Tri-Cities area. Notable native Batavians include Craig Sager and Ken Anderson.
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National & State Parks Lake Front / Park Office, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Located in Zion, Illinois, the Illinois Beach State Park features camping, hiking, kayaking, cycling and boating. The park stretches for approximately 6.5 miles along Lake Michigan. The campground features 241 Class-A premium sites, each with electrical and shower access.
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Horseback Riding 41900 N. Delany, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Buena Vista Farm is a horseback riding facility that offers a number of services to its patrons. These services include riding lessons, full service boarding, horse show preparation, and a variety of others.
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100% 1 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 6201 Parrish Avenue, Hammond, IN 46323 MoreLess Info
Hammond's Gibson Woods Nature Preserve is administered by Lake County Parks. It offers extensive hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing, as well as an environmental awareness center that hosts educational programs.
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History Museums 3051 Sheridan Road, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Featuring the collection of Paul Aken, The Platen Press is a museum devoted to printing and bookbinding history. The museum features machines and equipment related to hot metal casting and letter pressing, as well as other aspects of printing.
47.9 Miles
85% 107 votes
National & State Parks 5314 West Route 102, Bourbonnais, IL 60914 MoreLess Info
Covering approximately 4,000 acres, the Kankakee River State Park is suited for hunting, fishing, canoeing, camping, and bow-hunting. Canoes can be rented locally.
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Visitor Centers 7770 Corinne Drive, Hammond, IN MoreLess Info
For those searching precious information about the area, Indiana Welcome Center is worth the while. In here there is also a museum dedicated to John Dillinger, as well as a gift shop, and a theater.
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Sports Teams (Professional) IL 173 at Green Bay Road, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
As members of the North American League of baseball, Lake County Fielders offers a minor league baseball game experience for its fans. The team is currently looking for a permanent stadium, but plays at local stadiums around the county.
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Parks 2400 Dowie Memorial Drive, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
The Zion Leisure Center is a park and recreation center that hosts a variety of programs and special events. Guests can swim, golf, use the fitness center, or participate in after school or preschool programs.
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Farms & Ranches 41640 Green Bay Road, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Hidden Creek Ranch is a ranch offering horse owners and riders a number of different services. These include riding lessons, horse boarding in one of the many stables, horse training, and many others.
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Parks 2400 Dowie Memorial Drive, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1946, the Zion Park District is a government-run department focused on maintaining parks and offering recreational facilities to the local community. In total, the department oversees more than 752 acres in the many community parks.