- Our list of the best things to do in Skokie, Illinois, features the top 699 nearby activities — including 279 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Skokie, 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 26 things to do within the city of Skokie, IL , followed by 673 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Oak Park, Evanston, Glenview, Lombard, Schaumburg, Wheaton, Des Plaines, Highland Park, Niles, Buffalo Grove, Waukegan, Downers Grove, Arlington Heights, Glen Ellyn, Elmhurst, Elk Grove Village, Wilmette, Northbrook, Palatine, Libertyville, Mundelein, Park Ridge, Hoffman Estates, Mount Prospect, Wheeling, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Addison, Cicero, Barrington, Berwyn, Oak Lawn, Woodridge, Oak Brook, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Bartlett, Lisle, West Chicago, Rosemont, Forest Park, Streamwood, Gurnee, Kankakee, Grayslake, Great Lakes and Naperville
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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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                900 W Saint Charles Road, Lombard, IL 60148
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            Churchill Woods Forest Preserve is a 264 acre forest preserve populated by bur oak, white oak, black maple trees, and various wildflowers. The preserve is home to several state-endangered species of wildlife.        
    
    
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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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                1350 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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            Part of the Loyola University campus, the Cuneo Mansion and Gardens was once the home of General Electric founder, Samuel Insull and, later, the residence of the Cuneo family. The site is now used for classes and special events.        
    
    
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            Situated on the lake waterfront, Century Park features common park amenities like fishing, a bike trail, picnic areas, a children's playground, and public restrooms. Athletic fields for baseball, softball, and volleyball are also available.        
    
    
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            Four Seasons Park offers a wide range of recreational activities including baseball, softball, basketball and sand volleyball courts. There is also a large pond for fishing as well as playgrounds, picnic areas and walking paths.        
    
    
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            A movie theater with IMAX, AMC Yorktown 18 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, reclining chairs, reserved seats, a full bar and an AMC Red Kitchen with ordering via tablet.        
    
    
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                80 Yorktown Shopping Ctr, Lombard, IL 60148
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            Utilizing IMAX and RealD 3D technology, AMC Yorktown Premium Cinema shows the latest independent and blockbuster films in its stadium style amphitheaters. The auditoriums feature cushioned chairs with a folding lap table for visitors to enjoy food on.        
    
    
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            Spendthrift Charters provides private fishing charters on Lake Michigan. Visitors can embark on fishing trips captained by licensed members of the Coast Guard ranging from 5 to 8 hours, and can fish for perch, salmon and trout.