Things To Do
Joliet, IL is a historic city dating back to the 1830s, known for its limestone architecture and ties to the Illinois & Michigan Canal. It offers a charming, small-town feel with a rich past.
Located just 40 miles southwest of Chicago, Joliet makes it easy to enjoy a quieter setting while still being close to all the dining, shopping, and attractions the city has to offer.
We encourage you to explore Joliet or spend some time in Chicago while you're here!
Old Joliet Prison
1125 Collins Street, Joliet, IL 60432, (312) 978-1282
Joliet Iron Works Historic Site
31 Columbia Street, Joliet, IL 60432, (815) 727-8700
Joliet Area Historical Museum
204 North Ottawa Street, Joliet, IL 60432, (815) 723-5201
Rialto Square Theatre
102 North Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432, (815) 726-6600
Bishops Hill Winery
310 Bridge Street, Joliet, IL 60435, (312) 320-1610
Shoreline Sightseeing Chicago Architecture Tour
401 N Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, (312) 222-9328 ext. 1
We’ve done this tour twice and loved it both times! If you have time in Chicago and are into architecture and history, it’s definitely worth it.
Shedd Aquarium
1200 South DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
We visited the Shedd Aquarium with Adam’s sister and niece and had such a great time exploring all the exhibits together.
International Museum of Surgical Science, A Division of the International College of Surgeons
1524 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60610
Cloud Gate (The Bean)
201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60602
360 CHICAGO
875 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
For all the days along the way