Things to Do in Chicago
Raging Buffalo Snowboard Park, Algonquin IL
December 9, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Chicago Fun Activities, Family Friendly, Outdoor Activities, Ski Resorts, Things to Do, Winter Activities
During January of 1993, Buffalo Park Ski Area became the snowboard exclusive terrain Park named as Raging Buffalo Snowboard Park. Overall Raging Buffalo Snowboard Park is very convenient for people living in surrounding area – Lake in the Hills, East and West Dundee and Carpentersville.
Chestnut Mountain Resort, Galena Illinois
December 9, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Chicago Fun Activities, Family Friendly, Outdoor Activities, Ski Resorts, Things to Do, Winter Activities
Address: 8700 W. Chestnut Mountain Rd, Galena, Illinois 61036
Phone: 800-397-1320
Website: http://www.chestnutmtn.com
Chestnut Mountain Resort is located in Galena, Illinois. It has become very well known ski resort and achieved the place in one of the best Midwest ski destinations. Chestnut Mountain resort offers nineteen trails spanning over 220 acres including 475 feet vertical drop.
Go Bananas
December 8, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Chicago Fun Activities, Family Friendly, Family Fun Outings, Indoor Amusement Centers, Kids Things to Do, Things to Do, Winter Activities
Address: 4516 N. Harlem Ave, Norridge, IL 60706
Phone: (708) 669-7029
Website: http://www.gobananasfun.com/
Go Bananas indoor amusement center is conveniently located in Norridge, just 30 minutes away from schaumburg, Highland Park, Lincoln Park and Oak Park. Go Bananas is one of the best place for kids birthday parties, games, rides and good family fun time.
The Melrose Park Indoor Grand Prix
December 8, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Chicago Fun Activities, Family Friendly, Family Fun Outings, Indoor Amusement Centers, Things to Do, Winter Activities
The Melrose Park Indoor Grand PrixAddress: 2225 W. North ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Phone: 708-343-RACE(7223)
http://www.mpgrandprix.com/
Are you looking for guaranteed fun at a reasonable price? Nothing to worry, The Melrose Park Indoor Grand Prix is the way to drive. Whether you are at beginner level in racing or at professional level in racing, the Melrose Park Indoor Grand Prix got something for every adult.
Gameworks Streets of Woodfield
December 8, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Chicago Fun Activities, Family Friendly, Family Fun Outings, Indoor Amusement Centers, Kids Things to Do, Things to Do, Winter Activities
Phone: 847-330-9675
Website: http://www.gameworks.com/
GameWorks is the right choice to have fun playing games, drinking and enjoying good food. Gameworks is known for its excellent games among families. It has been on top list of Chicago’s family fun activities. At Gameworks Streets of Woodfield, you and your family can win prizes by playing video games.
Rink Side Sports & Family Entertainment
December 8, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Chicago Fun Activities, Family Friendly, Ice Skating Rinks, Indoor Amusement Centers, Kids Things to Do, Things to Do, Winter Activities
Address: 6152 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031-1650Phone: 847-856-1064
Website: http://www.rink-side.com/
It’s time to visit great family fun center located in Gurneed Mills. Rink Side is only 6 miles away from the Great America Six Flags. Place offers hundreds of video games along with 2000 square foot Laser Tag Arena. Prize ticket redemption game can give you a chance to win prices such as Apple iPads and different kinds of MP3 players.
Skyline Lake Tours
June 25, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Boat Tours, Skyline Lake Tours, Things to Do, Tours
Lake Tour
Best way to tour Chicago’s famous lakefront sights and attractions is by taking a half-hour Lake Michigan boat tour from one of the Shoreline’s Navy Pier dock stations. Visitors will be able to learn about Chicago’s history and stories associated with landmarks. Sailors can experience Chicago’s world famous skyline. Without a doubt, your Lake Michigan cruise from Navy Pier with Shoreline will be a great experience for lifetime.
Shoreline Skyline Lake Tours are scheduled to run weekends during March through mid-November and daily starting from April 1 to mid October.
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Shoreline Architecture Cruises
June 15, 2011 by Leo
Filed under Architecture Cruises, Boat Tours, Fireworks Cruises, Things to Do, Tours
Best way to experience Chicago’s skyline is by taking one of the available Shoreline architectural cruises. Shoreline Sightseeing offers exciting boat tours in Chicago River and Lake Michigan to help you experience the world famous Chicago’s architectural landmarks. Boat tour guides are very knowledgeable about the Chicago’s history starting from the great fire of 1871 to till date. You will learn about the modern architectural skyscraper transition after the destructive great Fire of Chicago. Top renowned architects have played major roles in building the Chicago’s beautiful skyline that includes architects such as Mies Van der Rohe, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and Helmut Jahn. Shoreline architectural tours are more fun on Wednesday and Saturday nights due to fireworks celebration at Navy Pier. Yup, Shoreline offers Architecture Fireworks Cruises in the evening which departs from the Navy Pier dock station.
Go Chicago Card
March 2, 2010 by Leo
Filed under Kids Things to Do, Things to Do
Go Chicago Card is your tickets to more than 30 Chicago attractions. You will be able to enjoy and see Chicago without breaking your valet. Go Chicago Card comes with one low price. Card covers and offer saving on $500 worth of admission fee with discounted rates. You will save up to 55% on entry tickets through Go Chicago card. It helps avoiding entry lines by skipping the regular lines. Overall you will save time and money. Enjoy most famous attractions such as Wilis Tower, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum of Natural History, Navy Pier and other over 25 Chicago attractions including tours.
Go Chicago Card Review in Brief:
- Free Admission to over 30 Chicago attractions.
- You can see attractions as many as you want until the validity days of Go Chicago Card
- Free color Chicago guidebook is included
How Does Go Card Chicago save your money?
Go Chicago card saving is on going effort. Yup, Go Chicago Card Company works with Chicago local attractions, tours, zoo, museums to accept card as ticket. As, currently Go Chicago Card drives more than 2.5 million visitors to Chicago Continue Reading…
Navy Pier Chicago
February 27, 2010 by Leo
Filed under Family Friendly, Kids Things to Do, Things to Do
Navy Pier Ferris Wheel Chicago
Navy Pier is undoubtedly one of the most important attractions and signature landmarks of this city. History of Navy Pier started in early 1900. Built in 1916, this impressive 3,300 foot long pier is today a bustling entertainment venue offering a combination of carnivals, rides and attractions, food court, boat dock etc.
There is so much to do and see that it is easy to get confused and lost in this bright and colorful wonderland. If you are visiting Navy Pier, then your first stop should definitely be the Pier Park. Situated on the upper deck, this landscaped area features a Navy Pier Ferris wheel, a charming musical carousel, a traditional swing and even an 18-hole miniature golf course. The seven minute ride on the 150-foot high Ferris wheel will not only provide you with an exhilarating experience but it will also allow you to enjoy unmatched views of the Chicago skyline and the Michigan Lake.
