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Santa's Village Azoosment & Water Park

Santa's Village Azoosment & Water Park, previously known as Santa's Village, is located in East Dundee, Illinois. Its unique name comes from the fact that it is an amusement park with over twenty rides and attractions and is home to several exotic and native animals. This amusement park has thrill rides like Tri-Nado and Extreme Elevation. Then there are family classics like Balloon Race and bumping cars, and various kids' rides. In comparison, the waterpark has a lighthouse harbour and rides like the Caribbean Curl and Peppermint Twist. The zoo section of Santa's Village Azoosment & Water Park consists of exotic animals like the wallabies, Muntjacs, and various farm animals like alpacas, donkeys, and cavies. Visitors can interact with these animals and feed them in a friendly environment. Read More

The John G. Shedd Aquarium shouldn't be ignored while in Chicago if you are marine life lover, or if you've kids along with you. One of the largest indoor aquariums in the world, Shedd Aquarium has about 1500 species of aquatic animals like fishes and mammals, along with birds, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. You also get a chance to interact closely with beluga whales, dolphins, and feed sharks. The aquarium has a lot to offer, and you can't miss it even though its ticket costs are pretty high. Read More

Located on Lake Michigan, the Shedd Aquarium is a 5 million U.S gallons indoor public aquarium in Chicago. An abode of 1500 species of fish, marine animals, birds, snakes, amphibians, and insects, the aquarium has several underwater exhibits like the Abbott Oceanarium, Wild Reef, Carribian Reef, Polar Play Zone, Amazon Rising, and many more. Surrounded by a beautiful indoor forest, the Abbott Oceanarium is home to marine mammals like the Beluga Whale, Sea Otter, Sealion, and White-Sided Dolphins. Visitors can watch the dolphins play and soar, the otters dive, and sea lions bark at the Oceanarium. An abode to sharks, corals, reef fishes, and rays The Wild Reef is a recreation of the Philippines Coral Reef. Some of the marine mammals found here are Sandbar Shark, Moon Jelly, Clownfish, Honeycomb Murray, etc. Visitors can also view the Piranhas and Tiger Ray at the Amazon Rising and the colorful darters and sunfishes at the Great Lakes exhibit. Read More

Six Flags Great America is one of the top-rated amusement parks in North America and consists of seventeen roller coasters and a water park. This park should not be confused with Six Flags America of Maryland and Washington. It was previously known as Marriott's Great America. Situated in Gurnee, Illinois, and about 45 miles from Downtown Chicago, it is divided into nine different themed areas. Some of the rides within are American Eagle, BATMAN – The Ride, Columbia Carousel, Goliath, SUPERMAN- Ultimate Flight, and many more. Read More

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Sky Zone Trampoline Park lives up to its name by being one of the most famous places to provide the joy of flying. A dream place for thrill-seekers, this amusement park boasts attractions like Ninja Warrior Course, Skyhoops, Drop Zone, and Parkour Labour. At the Sky Zone Trampoline Park, one can also practice freestyle jumping with friends and have fun with wall climbing. Not only this, but the list also includes Skyjoust which is gladiator-style combat over a foam pit or airbag. This place is also available for hosting events and birthday parties and has a private park rental option for official events too. Read More

The David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art located inside the campus of the University of Chicago was established in 1974, designed by architect Edward Larrabee Barnes. The museum is devoted to educating the people of Chicago especially in local public schools about art and artistic practice. It has over 15,000 objects, features collections of modern art paintings, scrolls paintings, contemporary art collection, and sculptures by famed artists from all around the world. Although the museum is funded by the University of Chicago, it is kept open to the public for free. Read More

South Shore Beach in Chicago is an integral part of the historic landmark - South Shore Cultural Center, which is home to a golf course, a formal dining hall, and a solarium. Other features from the Cultural Center include a culinary institute, Dr. Margaret Burroughs gallery, and a theater. This 65-acre park comprises a beach, along with a natural sanctuary that sits towards the eastern end of the Cultural Center. This natural sanctuary features a mini wetland, a butterfly garden, dunes, woodland, and a prairie landscape, among other wildlife in the region. Distance swimming is available here from south end rocks to the trees in the north end. Read More

This 20th century club was acquired by Chicago Park district back in 1975 and has now been tastefully restored and modified. The main building in this park is rich of culture, arts and different workshops like culinary workshops, and summer day camps for kids. In the other parts of the park, there is a nature sanctuary, a butterfly garden, massive open space for kids to run around and also a nine-hole golf course. The open spaces are available for picnics and also for hosting theatres. Variety of cultural programs for all ages are held like dance, music, art classes and fitness as well. Read More

St John Cantius Church, a historic church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago is renowned for its architectural beauty and unique programs of solemn liturgies, sacred art, and music. At a height of 40 m, the St John Cantius is one of the many churches that dominate over the Kennedy Expressway. It’s Baroque style interior, reminiscent of the art and architecture of 18th century Krakow has remained intact over the century. In recent times, the church has become the focal point for the revival of the Traditional Catholic rituals and devotion that had fallen out of practice after the Second Vatican Council. Read More

Starved Rock State Park is a historic landmark, also voted as the # 1 Attraction in the state of Illinois. It is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes away from Chicago - a perfect getaway from the city to nature. Here, you can enjoy the extraordinary views of the canyons, the waterfalls and explore them too. Other than these you can also enjoy activities such as Hiking ( 13 miles of trail) and fishing on the Illinois river ( Ice fishing in winter). Read More