- TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Makanda, Illinois, including 23 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Carbondale and Cobden.
- From Giant City State Park to Shawnee Adventure Guides, the Makanda area offers 33 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Adventure Tour, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- Located in the center of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, the city of Makanda is a scenic and exciting place to visit. Sample exceptional wines from throughout Illinois or enjoy the great outdoors in Giant City State Park. Visitors can also shop and dine along the Makanda Boardwalk or golf along Stone Creek.
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Carbondale's Science Center the is an educational facility that features a wide variety of hands-on displays and exhibits aimed at teaching visitors about science. The facility offers an array of amenities for educators, as well.
8.0 Miles
An eight-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Carbondale 8 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals for private events, RealD 3D movies, a game room and a concession area.
8.3 Miles
A movie theater featuring eight auditoriums, AMC University Place 8 displays first-run feature films. The theater offers RealD 3D movies, independent films, theater rentals for private events and a concession area with food and drinks.
9.4 Miles
The University Museum at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is part of the college's Museum Studies Program. Nationally accredited, the University is home to 70,000 objects of artwork and displays exhibits in 10,000 square feet of space.
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8588 Route 148, Marion, IL 62959
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Crab Orchard is a wildlife range which has been facilitated for family trips as well. The place is completely safe and secure. Guides provide accurate information. Many wild animals and rare birds can be sighted.
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3000 W DeYoung St, Ste 800C, Marion, IL 62959
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Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center is an entertainment complex aimed at providing fun and enjoyable attractions to its customers. Visitors to the complex enjoy playing laser tag, spending time on the playground, or winning in the arcade.
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The trip to AMC Centre 8 is cinematic. The stubs program is particularly enjoyed by the visitors, and the staff provide good guidance regarding the program. Ticketing is very easy, and the shows are entertaining.
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While professional baseball brings in fans at Rent One Park, the venue hosts additional attractions. Popular features include two picnic gardens, a banquet facility, 14 suites and a McDonald's fun zone for kids.
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20439 Ranch Ln, Marion, IL 62959
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The Little Egypt Off Road Motorcycle Club is a park that provides visitors access to ride their off-road vehicles. ATVs, dirt bikes, and motorcycles are welcome on the 900-acres of open space, trails, and motorcross tracks the park provides.
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Ray Fosse Park, 500 E DeYoung Street, Marion, IL 62959
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Open during the summer season, Marion Swimming Pool offers visitors recreational swimming in a 25 yard lap pool. Visitors can swim laps during the designated adult lap swim sessions held on a daily basis.