Family Attractions in Illinois
When traveling to Illinois with your family, kids will be easily entertained by the countless family-friendly attractions
in Illinois. For family fun, let Choice Hotels help you find the family attraction for your next adventure.
In Chicago/Chicagoland
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N. Clark Street
Chicago,
IL
60614
(312) 742-2000
Opened in 1868, this zoo is one of the oldest in the country. Visit the Farm-in-the-Zoo for a taste of the country right
in the middle of the city, get friendly with a gorilla in the new Regenstein Center for African Apes, or take the whole family
to the Pritzker Family Children's Zoo. Best of all, this family attraction is free!
John G. Shedd Aquarium
1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago,
IL
60605
(312) 939-2438
Visit Chicago's Shedd Aquarium and explore the more than 25,000 animals that live swim, crawl, slither and fly in their waters.
Located on Lakeshore Drive, this world famous aquarium is part of Museum Campus, a scenic 57-acre lakefront park connecting
three popular vacation attractions. Be sure to also stop by the Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum and the Field Museum.
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum
1300 Lake Shore Drive
Chicago,
IL
60605
(312) 922-STAR (7827)
One of the three family vacation attractions in Chicago's popular Museum Campus, the Adler is America's first planetarium
and the premiere facility is home to more than 35,000 feet of exhibits. Visitors can explore the Solar System with scale
models, or view the wonder of the stars in one of the two full-size planetarium theaters. Adler is sure to bring discovery
that is out of this world!
Museum of Science and Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago,
IL
60637
(773) 684-1414
This hands-on museum makes learning about science and technology fun! Popular attractions include the new Body Worlds 2 and
Robots Like us exhibits, exciting Omnimax Theater and Flight 727 that recreates a cross-country flight in just seven minutes!
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road
Brookfield,
IL
60513
(708) 485-0263
Since 1934, this Brookfield IL zoo has earned international recognition for its unique design and exhibits. Highlights include
the dolphin or sea lion training session, new dolphin shows at Seven Seas, and ape encounters at Tropic World.
In Central Illinois
Scovill Zoo
71 South Country Club Road
Decatur,
IL
62521
(217) 421-7435
Located in Decatur, IL, the 10-acre Scovill Zoo is the perfect vacation idea for families! The Scovill park complex offers
a playground for kids, the Children's Museum of Illinois, and a train around the zoo to see more than 400 animals!
In Northern Illinois
Burpee Museum of Natural History
737 N. Main
Rockford,
IL
61103
815-965-3433
The Burpee Museum of Natural History in Rockford is the proud home of a new exhibit, Jane: Diary of a Dinasour. Jane, a 66-million
year old skeleton, is one of the 10 most important dinosaur discoveries in the past 100 years. Adjacent to the Burpee is
the Discovery Center Museum. Both vacation attractions are educational, exciting and entertaining for families travelling
in Northern Illinois.
In Southern Illinois
Superman Statue and the Super Museum
Market St. & 5th St.
Metropolis,
IL
618-833-9928
Metropolis IL, the official "Home of Superman" recognized by DC Comics, houses a larger-than-life statue to honor their hometown
superhero. Across the street, guests and families can visit the Super Museum to learn more about the amazing Superman.
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