- Our list of the best things to do in Great Lakes, Illinois, features the top 500 nearby activities — including 208 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Great Lakes, 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 1 thing to do within the city of Great Lakes, IL , followed by 499 popular activities in nearby cities, including Evanston, Skokie, Kenosha, Glenview, Waukegan, Des Plaines, Schaumburg, Highland Park, Gurnee, Niles, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Wilmette, Northbrook, Mundelein, Palatine, Grayslake, Libertyville, Park Ridge, Mount Prospect, Crystal Lake, Hoffman Estates, Wheeling, Barrington, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Zion, Rosemont, Carpentersville, Pleasant Prairie, Algonquin, Mchenry, Oak Park, Chicago and Round Lake Beach
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A mobile laser tag service, Golden Gun Laser Tag provides laser tag equipment and setup to create a laser tag arena in any setting. The service is suitable for parties and private events and includes guns, headsets and obstacles.
37.9 Miles
Geneva Lake is the second deepest lake in Wisconsin. There are tours available that take place on a boat for a fee, or you can bring your own and go fishing.
37.9 Miles
Hyde Park is a neighborhood that is best known for being the home of the University of Chicago, one of the premier academic institutions in the country. Visitors who are interested in photo opportunities can take architecture tours through this site.
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3615 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles, IL 60175
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Named after the river otter, Otter Cove Aquatic Park is an exiting place for people who enjoy water. It has facilities for visitors of all age and suits all moods.
38.0 Miles
Featuring second-run feature films, Ogden 6 Theatre has six auditoriums equipped with 4K digital projection and Datasat sound. The theater has two 3D screens, a party room, concessions with food and drinks and restroom facilities.
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Fox River Trail Runners is a place where locals can organize, attend, train for, and support charity races such as 5ks, 10ks, half marathons, marathons, and a number of themed fun runs.
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One of the premier private research institutions in the United States, the University of Chicago offers a variety of academic programs at the Bachelor's, Master's, and doctorate levels. Former students of this institution include late renowned film critic Roger Ebert.
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3795 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles, IL 60175
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Hickory Knolls Discovery Center exhibits and displays all showcase the Fox Valley area's many natural treasures. The architectural design and materials incorporated throughout the building represent cutting-edge ideas, techniques and resources that demonstrate and promote sustainability and eco-responsibility.
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5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637
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Chicago's Museum of Science & Industry is found in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The museum includes live laboratory programs and science exhibits, plus an Omnimax Theater and other science shows.
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Adults and children alike can enjoy the winter activities on the 5 slopes of the Four Lakes Ski Area. On the site there are rental facilities, eateries, and other amenities.