Things to Do with Kids in Merrillville, IN

  • TripBuzz found 78 things to do with kids in or near Merrillville, Indiana, including 75 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Hammond and Tinley Park.
  • From Stardust Bowl No 2 to Funflatables, the Merrillville area offers 94 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Parks.
  • Less than an hour from the heart of Chicago, Merrillville is the most populous town in Indiana with over 35,000 people. The town caters to many interests with its two complete golf courses, ballet performances, and Deep River Waterpark, which offers swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter.
  • TripBuzz found 78 things to do with kids in or near Merrillville, Indiana, including 75 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Hammond and Tinley Park.
  • From Stardust Bowl No 2 to Funflatables, the Merrillville area offers 94 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Parks.
  • Less than an hour from the heart of Chicago, Merrillville is the most populous town in Indiana with over 35,000 people. The town caters to many interests with its two complete golf courses, ballet performances, and Deep River Waterpark, which offers swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter.
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31.4 Miles
96% 25858 votes
Parks 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602 MoreLess Info
Chicago's Millennium Park is a public park located to the north of the Art Institute of Chicago. The area features an ice rink, concerts, a garden setting and art exhibits.
31.4 Miles
99% 1633 votes
Segway Tours 238 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60601 MoreLess Info
Day or night, Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours offers a breezy sight seeing experience on the Segway personal transportation vehicle. From the city's beautiful lakefront to parks and skylines, themed tours provide guided insight into the city's historical foundation.
31.4 Miles
85% 8181 votes
Observation Decks 233 S. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL MoreLess Info
At Skydeck Chicago, guests will have the opportunity to rise 1,353 feet in the air and take in views of the city skyline from above. Visitors of the city who enjoy photography may find something to appreciate at this location.
31.4 Miles
84% 182 votes
Theaters Bank of America Theater, Chicago, IL MoreLess Info
Created by Matt Stone and Trey Parker, the team behind Comedy Central's South Park, The Book of Mormon is a musical that offers a satirical look at The Church of Latter-Day Saints. The plot involves two Mormon missionaries being sent to Uganda.
31.5 Miles
85% 16453 votes
Observation Decks 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606 MoreLess Info
Willis Tower is Chicago's tallest building and boasts it is the third tallest in the world. The attraction includes a glass box, which extends more than four feet from the 103rd floor Skydeck.
31.5 Miles
94% 2069 votes
Cultural Centers 78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60601 MoreLess Info
The Chicago Cultural Center is a municipal center that features a variety of exhibits and performances for guests to enjoy. Visitors of this site can also take advantage of the information center, cafe, and gift shop.
31.6 Miles
66% 7893 votes
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Navy Pier

Piers & Boardwalks 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 MoreLess Info
Historic Navy Pier contains 50 acres of parks, unique shops, promenades, eateries, and a variety of entertainment attractions. Over 8 million visitors per year enjoy the 15-story tall Ferris wheel, Children's Museum, and cruise boat rides on the lake.
31.6 Miles
98% 759 votes
Segway Tours 910 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605 MoreLess Info
The first Segway company in the city is the City Segway Tours Chicago which is part of the first Segway tour business in the world. The trips cover a variety of important landmarks like Grant Park, Soldier Field, and Museum Campus.
31.7 Miles
94% 765 votes
Theaters 175 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60601 MoreLess Info
The Chicago Theatre is a seven story, 3,600 seat performance venue that features a “Chicago” marquee and a pipe organ. Visitors of this site who are interested in learning about its history can go on guided tours.
31.8 Miles
97% 5605 votes
Boat Cruise Southeast corner of Michigan & Wacker, Chicago, IL 60604 MoreLess Info
With volunteer tour guides detailing the rich scenery along the river, Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruises provide the tourist and the local alike with an in depth look at the city's evolution over the decades. Tours begin in early Spring and end in late Fall.
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