Things to Do with Kids in Des Plaines, IL

  • TripBuzz found 723 things to do with kids in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 705 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Mountain View Mine Miniature Golf to Beck Lake Forest Preserve, the Des Plaines area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Arcades and Bowling.
  • Des Plaines, Illinois, is a suburb of Chicago that surrounds the states Des Plaines River. The city is known for its many areas of outdoor recreation, including many natural parks, a forest preserve, a Lake, a river and an aquatic center. Visitors also enjoy the areas many museums, including the first McDonald's Museum.
  • TripBuzz found 723 things to do with kids in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 705 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Mountain View Mine Miniature Golf to Beck Lake Forest Preserve, the Des Plaines area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Arcades and Bowling.
  • Des Plaines, Illinois, is a suburb of Chicago that surrounds the states Des Plaines River. The city is known for its many areas of outdoor recreation, including many natural parks, a forest preserve, a Lake, a river and an aquatic center. Visitors also enjoy the areas many museums, including the first McDonald's Museum.
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29.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Theaters 11-13 Water Street Mall, Aurora, IL 60505 MoreLess Info
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’.
29.3 Miles
84% 165 votes
Zoos 1000 Ray Moses Dr, Aurora, IL 60505 MoreLess Info
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.
29.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Dog Park West Main Community Park, 40W101 W Main Street, Batavia, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Batavia Bark Park is loved by locals and their canine friends. The park offers wide open grassy spaces for dogs to run freely, as well as fire hydrants and shady trees.
29.4 Miles
64% 134 votes
Science Museums 18 W. Benton St, Aurora, IL 60506 MoreLess Info
The Scitech Hands On Museum is intended for preschool children. In here await over 200 science exhibitions, overnight opportunities for larger groups and also special rooms for birthday parties.
29.4 Miles
60% 10 votes
Bowling 34 W 185 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL 60504 MoreLess Info
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.
29.4 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 MoreLess Info
A variety of recreational activities are available at Centennial Park, including horseshoe areas, sand volleyball courts, baseball fields and more. Guests can even bring a four-legged friend to The Dogout dog park.
29.4 Miles
80% 5 votes
Water Parks 12219 Lois Ln, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
Part of the local parks department, the Stingray Bay Family Aquatic Center offers a large, paid swimming pool, water slides, and diving boards under the supervision of trained lifeguards. The park also has volleyball pits and a small cafe.
29.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 9N670 Kendall Road, Elgin, IL 60124 MoreLess Info
Located on 22 sprawling acres, the Sapphire Hills Stable features indoor, outdoor, and general open space for trial riding. Lessons are offered throughout the week for beginners or even advanced riders.
29.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 12015 Mill Street, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
Part of the Huntley Park District, the Diecke Discovery Zone offers a variety of activities for kids to engage in. There are traditional playground structures as well as some creative zones with running water, sand, and digging tools.
29.4 Miles
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Recreation Centers 11419 S Il Route 47, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
The Huntley Park Dist Administrative Office is the command center for the Huntley Park District. The office administers the area parks and sports facilities, and conducts a wide variety of programs, including sports programs and community events.
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