See what the Midwest was like in its natural state. Perfect for hikers and birders. Only 15 min away.
Albanese Candy Factory Store
5441 East Lincoln Highway, Merrillville, IN 46410, (855)272-3227
Visit the candy factory and satisfy your sweet tooth in bulk. About 20 min. away.
Tinley Park Farmers Market
6700 North Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Just a 30 min. drive away, spend your Saturday morning shopping local goods and listening to live music before the party begins!
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL 60532, +16309680074
Take in the fall foliage on your walk through Morton Arboretum's woods. 1 hr drive.
The Daily Drip
710 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, +12195156062
Sips for your Saturday! Or any other day. Just down the road from your hotel.
Jelly Breakfast N' Lunchery
936 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, +12198653200
Fuel for your day! 5 min. down the road.
Market & Maple Breakfast + Lunch
1103 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, 219-463-1031
Grab a bite to start your day! 5 min. down the street from the hotel.
Portillo's Schererville
1403 U.S. 41, Schererville, IN 46375, +12192768150
A Chicago classic. Yeah, they put a piece of cake in a shake. Try it, trust me. 5 min. from your hotel, or a 20 min. walk.
Pop's Beef
1419 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, +12198650202
Try the classic Chicago Italian beef sandwich. Not the one from The Bear, but close enough.
Hog Haven
1514 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, +12193228108
It's all about barbecue, baby! Try their porkchop.
Mt. Olive Mediterranean Grill
1135 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, 1 219-227-9074
Perfect for lunch or a late night bite. Packed with flavor. Down the street from your hotel.
White Rhino Bar & Grill
101 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, +12198649200
Is there a game on? You don't need to miss it. Grab some dinner, drinks, and enjoy.
Gino's Prime & Surf
1259 Joliet Street, Dyer, IN 46311, +12198653854
Upscale dining in Dyer.
NISI Greek Taverna
1204 West Lincoln Highway, Schererville, IN 46375, +12193276125
A little taste of Greece, with big flavor. And the best part is you can walk from your hotel!
Brookfield Zoo
8400 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513, +17086888000
Gianna's most favorite zoo in the whole wide world. Bison, dolphins, and big cats, oh my! 1 hr by car.
Indiana Dunes National Park
Wabash Ave, Porter, IN 46304
Never let anyone tell you Chicago isn't a beach city. This one is just a 45 min. drive from Dyer!
Frankfort Farmers Market
20 Kansas St, Frankfort, IL 60423
Spend your Sunday morning at the Frankfort Farmers Market, located just 35 min. away by car. Grab lunch at Trail's Edge Brewing Company, explore the shops, or relax in the park.
Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest
13341 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL 60491
Spend your day at a local favorite pumpkin patch and spooky amusement park. Achieving pique Midwestness. 50 min. away.
Chicago
Chicago, IL
Extend your stay or take a day trip into the greatest nation in the world, the City of Chicago! May we suggest the River Walk? Only 45 min. by car.
Museum Campus
337 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601
See the famous SUE, watch belugas swim, or stargaze at these world class museums. Just 40 min. from Dyer.
Museum Of Science Industry
5700 South DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637, +17736841414
Dive down into the depths in a real WWII U-boat, travel back in time to live as a coal miner, or stroll cobblestone streets in Chicago at the turn-of-the-century. Only 40 min. from Dyer.
See a Show
Just 1 hr away, see a play, musical, or comedy show at historic locations.
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
5400 West 29th Avenue, Gary, IN 46406, +12192282383
Test your luck and roll the dice at the Hard Rock Casino. Only 25 min. away!