The Morton Arboretum, located in Lisle, Illinois, is a public botanical garden and outdoor museum with a library, herbarium, and program in tree research through its Center for Tree Science.
Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve
Northgate Road, Darien, IL 60561
Waterfall Glen is a forest preserve in Downers Grove Township, DuPage County, Illinois, between the towns of Darien and Lemont, covering 2,492 acres. It contains several waterfalls on Sawmill Creek as it empties into the Des Plaines River.
Naperville Riverwalk
Naperville Riverwalk, Naperville, IL 60540
Family-friendly green space with scenic trails along the DuPage River, plus fountains and a playground. Located in downtown Naperville, which offers a selection of eastablishments for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 833-1616
The Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art is a museum dedicated to the lapidary arts with displays of gemstones, jewelry and bejeweled objects, and exhibits on earth science.
The Forge Adventure Park & Ziplines
227 Heritage Quarries Dr, Lemont, IL 60439
Discover The Forge in Lemont — an adventure park with ziplines, climbing, water and land activities, and camping.
Portillo's Downers Grove
1500 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
A Chicagoland staple, Portillo's is home to America's favorite Italian beef, burgers, salads, Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake.
Lost Mountain Adventure Golf
1535 75th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517, (630) 985-4653
Seasonal 18-hole miniature golf course fashioned around a 3-level waterfall with an adventure theme.