- Our list of the best things to do in Des Plaines, Illinois, features the top 844 nearby activities — including 339 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Des Plaines, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Des Plaines, IL , followed by 823 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Oak Park, Evanston, Skokie, Glenview, West Chicago, Lombard, Wheaton, Schaumburg, Highland Park, Waukegan, Niles, Buffalo Grove, Gurnee, Downers Grove, Arlington Heights, Glen Ellyn, Geneva, Naperville, Elk Grove Village, Wilmette, Elmhurst, Palatine, St. Charles, Mundelein, Northbrook, Libertyville, Hoffman Estates, Grayslake, Elgin, Park Ridge, Mount Prospect, Woodridge, Bloomingdale, Wheeling, Barrington, Bartlett, Carol Stream, Addison, Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Lawn, Oak Brook, Vernon Hills, Algonquin, Lincolnshire, Lisle, Carpentersville, Forest Park, Rosemont, Streamwood, Bolingbrook, Kankakee, Batavia, Great Lakes and Crystal Lake
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The Triphahn Center is a community center and ice arena that features two NHL sized ice surfaces, a fitness center, an indoor track, and a dance studio. The center is home to the Chicago Wolves hockey team.
12.3 Miles
Part of the Bloomingdale Park District, Springfield Park is within close proximity of Erickson School. Along with a shelter or pavilion, there is also a playground, basketball courts, baseball diamonds and soccer fields for added recreation.
12.4 Miles
The lilac flower forms a significant portion of Lilacia Park which is spread over 8.5 acres. Along with 800 lilacs, there are also 25,000 tulips, walking paths, and benches for those who want to enjoy the scenery.
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1999 S Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193
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Built in 1999, the Schaumburg Baseball Stadium is home to the independent league Schaumburg Boomers baseball team. Along with hosting all home baseball games, enclosed suites are available and private parties and facility rentals are available year-round.
12.4 Miles
Atcher Island, part of the Schaumburg Park District, is a tropical-themed water park with water slides, a circular drop slide and a children’s sprayground. Open from June to August, refreshments and concessions available on-site.
12.4 Miles
Lombard Spray Park is a small spray park (or splash pad) in an urban setting. The park offers picnic areas, vending machines, and public restrooms - and may interest those looking to cool off on a hot day.
12.5 Miles
Friendly Tap is a modern day juke joint and tavern. They offer beers on tap and lagers and also have a juke box, ping pong tables, darts, poker machines and live music.
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Specializing in gymnastics training, Tri-Star Gymnastics provides instructional classes for children to help improve their flexibility and agility. The center has a gymnasium with mats, bars, trampolines, and other amenities.
12.5 Miles
The Lombard Park District encompasses a variety of facilities and parks, including a golf course, a water park, and many others. The district also offers sports leagues and other programs, including summer camps.