- TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Utica, Illinois, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ottawa and La Salle.
- From Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park to Matthiessen State Park, the Utica area offers 54 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Water Parks, Theaters and History Museums.
- Utica, IL is situated on the bank of the Illinois River and is home to Starved Rock State Park. Guests can enjoy the amenities and relaxation at resorts such as the Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort while still being able to enjoy the great outdoors with activities including canoeing, fishing, and hiking the many trails.
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Built in 1931 and one of the top 10 theaters in Chicago, according to the League of Chicago Theaters, the Paramount Theatre welcomes every year 150.000 patrons and a variety of shows, from Broadway-caliber shows to children's' programs.
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Built in 1978, the Riverfront Playhouse is a non-profit theater that was established as a creative outlet for actors from all walks of life. The theater produces plays such as ‘Better Late’.
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Pilcher Park Nature Center is over 640 acres of land that includes playgrounds, picnic grounds, hiking trails, bicycle trails and cross country ski trails. Visitors can also attend classes to learn about things like wildflowers, horticulture and birding.
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A community park, Kelly Park features an open grass field that can be used for sports and other recreational activities. The park also provides a single basketball hoop, a children's play structure, swings and park benches.
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The Phillips Park Zoo is a safe environment where everybody can learn more about the local animal life and not only. Glancer Magazine includes the zoo in its Top 20 Summer Atractions.
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The focus is on the history of the donated Tanner House and the surrounding area at the Aurora Historical Museum. The museum includes artifacts, documents, books, letters, photographs, and resources pertaining to the house and the area.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Tanner House Museum offers visitors a glimpse of life from more than 100 years ago. The 16-room house is furnished with many Victorian-era pieces and even features indoor plumbing.
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53 North Broadway Street, Aurora, IL 60505
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The Fire Museum is actually a remnant of the old local fire station. It displays various models of vintage fire trucks. One can easily lose track of time when exploring this place, with the wealth of information provided by the guides.
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Providing both open and league bowling, Parkside Lanes is a popular entertainment venue for families in Aurora. It features over 50 lanes and is also available for special events such as birthday or corporate parties.
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23144 W Renwick Road, Plainfield, IL 60544
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A 200-acre lake with surrounding habitats comprise the Lake Renwick Preserve - Heron Rookery Nature Preserve. The preserve is home to a wide variety of bird species such as herons and egrets as well as an abundance of plantlife.