Things to Do with Kids in Ottawa, IL

  • TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Ottawa, Illinois, including 15 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Salle and Utica.
  • From Starved Rock Adventures to C & M Canoe Rental, the Ottawa area offers 73 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, National & State Parks, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • Located at the confluence of the Fox River and Illinois River, Ottawa, IL is the heart of the sand and glass industry in the nation. Ottawa was also the site of the first Lincoln vs. Douglas debates, making it a part of significant history. There are many historic places and attractions to see in the area, including the Reddick Mansion and Starved Rock State Park.
  • TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Ottawa, Illinois, including 15 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Salle and Utica.
  • From Starved Rock Adventures to C & M Canoe Rental, the Ottawa area offers 73 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, National & State Parks, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • Located at the confluence of the Fox River and Illinois River, Ottawa, IL is the heart of the sand and glass industry in the nation. Ottawa was also the site of the first Lincoln vs. Douglas debates, making it a part of significant history. There are many historic places and attractions to see in the area, including the Reddick Mansion and Starved Rock State Park.
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44.1 Miles
56% 9 votes
Swimming Pool 400 S. Water Street, Batavia, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Harold Hall Quarry Beach is a man-made beach alongside a quarry with a man-made pool. It features a water slide, public restrooms with showers, and picnic areas with barbecue grills.
44.2 Miles
67% 30 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 145 S Clow International Parkway, Bolingbrook, IL 60490 MoreLess Info
With a man-made waterfall on its grounds, Wilderness Falls offers miniature golf courses at different levels of elevation. In addition to the miniature golf, the park has 9 batting cages for baseball and softball.
44.2 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 336 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville, IL 60567 MoreLess Info
A large selection of recreational amenities and facilities is what makes Knoch Knolls Park a popular location among local nature enthusiasts. Visitors have access to an 18-hole disc golf course, picnic areas, and nearly five miles of walking trails.
44.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Aviation Museums 130 S Clow International Pkwy, Ste B, Bolingbrook, IL 60490 MoreLess Info
The Illinois Aviation Museum is located a 6,000 square foot hangar at the Clow International Airport. With both replica and restored aircraft, visitors can learn about the business of aviation.
44.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
History Museums 155 Houston Street, Batavia, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
The Batavia Depot Museum is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Batavia, Illinois. The museum carries historical church records, photographs, court records, scrapbooks and artifacts.
44.6 Miles
50% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 1221 W Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 12 auditoriums, Regal Bolingbrook Stadium 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater provides reclining chairs, a game room, reserved seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
44.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 1221 W Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 MoreLess Info
The Regal 12 Cinema Theater offers moviegoers the chance to watch first-run, digitally-projected movies in reclining seats. The theater also has a game room, sells concessions, and host parties and special events.
44.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Theaters 100 N Island Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Showcasing the performing arts for over 40 years, The Albright Theatre Company hosts productions of both famous and original plays and musicals. Many of the actors are volunteers from the local community.
44.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 544 Anderson Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Located within a 24,000 square-foot complex, GenuWIN Sports Training Inc. is a sports training facility offering a number of services for the athletes training there. The facility offers training and personal instruction in softball, baseball, and soccer.
44.8 Miles
57% 72 votes
Bowling 1515 W. Aurora Ave., Naperville, IL 60540 MoreLess Info
Brunswik Zone is fun for kids and adults alike. Laser tags, video games, billiards and, of course, bowling alleys are some of the things that make this place worth a visit.
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