Things to Do with Kids in Gurnee, IL

  • TripBuzz found 391 things to do with kids in or near Gurnee, Illinois, including 374 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Glenview, Des Plaines, Highland Park and Buffalo Grove.
  • From Jump America to KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort, the Gurnee area offers 104 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Children's Play Area, Trampoline Parks and Water Parks.
  • Making up a part of the Chicago Metropolitan area is the city of Gurnee. Best known for being home to one of the nations most popular theme parks, Six Flags Great America, the city is a hot spot for tourism. Drawing over 26 million visitors annually, the city also offers diverse shopping, relaxing spas and world-class dining.
  • TripBuzz found 391 things to do with kids in or near Gurnee, Illinois, including 374 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Glenview, Des Plaines, Highland Park and Buffalo Grove.
  • From Jump America to KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort, the Gurnee area offers 104 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Children's Play Area, Trampoline Parks and Water Parks.
  • Making up a part of the Chicago Metropolitan area is the city of Gurnee. Best known for being home to one of the nations most popular theme parks, Six Flags Great America, the city is a hot spot for tourism. Drawing over 26 million visitors annually, the city also offers diverse shopping, relaxing spas and world-class dining.
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19.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Water Parks 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL 60026 MoreLess Info
A large indoor water park, Splash Landing Aquatic Center features a variety of aquatic amenities. The facility has a lap pool, a zero depth pool, a whirlpool, a therapy pool, and a play area with water slides.
19.9 Miles
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Parks 2 Rotary Drive, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
With many sports field to choose from, Ron Beese Park offers visitors outdoor activities like lacrosse, baseball, football, soccer, and more. In addition to sports fields, the park has picnic shelters, community gardens, and a team challenge course.
20.0 Miles
95% 61 votes
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The Grove

Historic Buildings 1421 Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore an outdoor history and nature museum that spans 143 acres across diverse prairie grove land at The Grove. The Grove features a variety of native plants, animals and nature trails, and offers workshops and hands-on programs.
20.0 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Patriot Blvd & Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL 60026 MoreLess Info
A fenced-in section of Gallery Park, Little Bear Garden is designed for smaller children to play and explore. There is a storytelling corner that often features live storytelling, as well as a shrubbery maze and a splash play area.
20.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 1400 E Kensington Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
At Sycamore Trails Park, visitors can play sports on a multipurpose grass field, take their children to the playground, or go jogging on the walking paths. The park has various benches and picnic tables strewn across it.
20.1 Miles
90% 30 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 260 N Evergreen Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
Thrown Elements Pottery is an art gallery and hands-on center that offers visitors the chance to make their own pottery. The gallery hosts events for kids as well as adults, and offers periodic ladies' nights.
20.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 500 E Miner, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
The downtown Recreation Park is the oldest community park in the city. Through new developments, it has expanded to feature a baseball diamond, an indoor gymnasium with a wooden floor, and an Olympic sized pool.
20.2 Miles
92% 362 votes
Horse Races 2200 West Euclid Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60006 MoreLess Info
Located in the suburb of Arlington Heights, Illinois, Arlington Park is a horse racing track just outside of Chicago. In 1981, the site hosted the first thoroughbred race that featured a million dollar purse.
20.2 Miles
86% 202 votes
Horse Races 2200 W Euclid Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60006 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of horse racing events and wagering on the races at Arlington International Racecourse. The horse racetrack also features a sports bar, a restaurant and a variety of contests and promotions.
20.3 Miles
84% 91 votes
Theaters 111 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 MoreLess Info
The Metropolis Performing Arts Center is a 350-seat complex that plays host to comedy and musicals throughout the year. The site is home to the School for Performing Arts and the Metropolis Youth Symphony.
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