Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Highland

We've collected top 10 mentioned kid friendly attractions in Highland from other articles such as The Crazy Tourist, Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do, Red Tricycle.

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Highland

Jackson Park
Jackson Park
4.5 (4188 ratings)
540-plus-acre city park featuring a beach, gardens & indoor/outdoor fitness facilities.
6401 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
Park
Rainbow Beach Park
Rainbow Beach Park
4.3 (1309 ratings)
Large beach with showers, a playground, fitness center, handball courts & free WiFi.
3111 E 77th St, Chicago, IL 60649, USA
ParkPublic beach
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
Here are 10 best beaches along the Chicago lakefront
"It’s connected to a 60-acre park with a fitness center, community garden, basketball and tennis courts, a baseball diamond, and two playgrounds. Not every park and beach has programming, but here you can sign up for sports leagues or day camps. A post shared by Aaron M. Powell (@aaronisbla) on Oct 11, 2016 at 5:46pm PDT"
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
10 Best Beaches In Chicago
"Rainbow Beach Park boasts beautiful views of the Chicago skyline in the distance and is located in the southern part of Chicago. This park is one of the few that offers visitors free WiFi. Whether you want to work on the beach or simply relax, you’ll be connected."
The University of Chicago
The University of Chicago
4.5 (628 ratings)4.5 (423 ratings)
Storied, research-centric private school known for its medical & economics programs & scenic campus.
5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
UniversitySights & LandmarksCollegeEducational sitesUniversities & Schools
Shawn Michelle's Homemade Ice Cream
Shawn Michelle's Homemade Ice Cream
4.8 (946 ratings)
46 E 47th St, Chicago, IL 60653, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
The 15 Best Ice Cream Shops in Chicago
"Bronzeville & Time Out MarketThis frosty favorite debuted in the Time Out Market just last month, bringing with it the same homestyle scoops that put its original Bronzeville location on the map two years ago. Owners Yahya and Nataki Muhammad wanted to deliver their version of the old-fashioned scoops Yahya remembers having as a child, and one might say they’ve succeeded—mega fans arrive on the regular to choose between 25 rotating flavors (including vegan and sugar-free options) spanning homey creations like Banana Pudding, Black Walnut, and, their nostalgia-sparking bestseller, Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Vanilla.How to book: Stop by for counter service or get delivery via DoorDash and UberEats."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 39 best restaurants in Chicago you have to try
"The cold case at Yahya and Nataki Muhammad's cheerful Bronzeville scoop shop is packed with hand-churned homemade ice cream in flavors like Jamaican rum raisin, honey cinnamon graham cracker and strawberry supreme. But it won't take long to spot someone devouring the creamery's crown jewel: a generous serving of peach cobbler crowned with melty vanilla ice cream. Once you try this summertime delicacy, prepare to crave it for the rest of your life."
Bronzeville Children's Museum
Bronzeville Children's Museum
4.5 (66 ratings)
African-American-focused museum with guided tours through hands-on exhibits aimed at kids 3 to 9.
9301 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, USA
Children's museumMuseum
Ohana Ice & Treats
Ohana Ice & Treats
4.9 (104 ratings)
1800 W 103rd St, Chicago, IL 60643, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by The World and Then Some
The best desserts in Chicago! 20 Amazing places that you HAVE to try
"If you’re looking for a different sweet treat this summer, then head down to Ohana Ice & Treats. The concept here is simple – simply grab a pot, fill it with shaved ice, and choose your flavor!. This is one of the best desserts in Chicago for those intensely hot days, as the fresh ice will cool you down like nothing else can."
Steelworkers Park
Steelworkers Park
4.6 (357 ratings)
E 87th St at Lake Michigan, Chicago, IL 60617, USA
Park
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
14 secret parks and gardens in Chicago
"This slag-filled site at the confluence of Lake Michigan and the Calumet River was once home to the massive South Works U.S. Steel manufacturing plant that employed 20,000 workers at its peak. But the steel giant closed in the early ‘90s and the Chicago Park District acquired the vacant land. In 2014, it re-opened as Steelworkers Park—a 16.5-acre lakeside landscape dotted with pleasant walking paths, artifacts of the old U.S."
Marquette (Jacques) Park
Marquette (Jacques) Park
4.2 (1438 ratings)
This 315-acre park on a lagoon offers fishing, sports facilities, gyms, gardens, a woodshop & more.
6743 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60629, USA
Park
Mentioned by 10Best
Miles of Serenity and Activities Found throughout Chicago Parks
"Located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood on the southwest side of Chicago, Marquette Park is the largest park on the southwest side totaling 323 acres. In addition to two gymnasiums, an auditorium, woodshop, Martin Luther King, Jr. kiosk and multi-purpose rooms, it's also home to one of the most affordable 9-hole golf courses in the city. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy a community garden, rose garden, prairie and 500 newly planted trees."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
Check Out the 8 Best Parks in Chicago
"Chicago Lawn is home to this huge 323-acre park, featuring two gymnasiums, an auditorium, four sports fields, a nine-hole golf course, fishing area, running paths, and a community garden. Don’t miss seeing the rose garden, prairie, and lagoon. A Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. sculpture and an Art Deco Darius and Girenas Memorial are worth viewing as well."
Lindy's Chili & Gertie's Ice Cream
Lindy's Chili & Gertie's Ice Cream
4.2 (186 ratings)
Long-standing diner-style chain with casual ambiance, dishing up typical comfort food & ices.
6544 W Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
25 Classic Chicago Restaurants to Try
"Originally a 22-seat stand, this hot dog and chili spot launched in 1924 has expanded significantly and now operates several locations around Chicagoland. The signature dish can be served with or without beans and elbow macaroni at the customer’s discretion. The business changed hands in 1974 and owner Joseph Yesutis brought Gertie’s Ice Cream into the fold."
Burnham Nature Sanctuary
Burnham Nature Sanctuary
4.7 (59 ratings)
1600 E 47th St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Park
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
14 secret parks and gardens in Chicago
"The Burnham Wildlife Corridor is a 100-acre area of urban wilderness running through Burnham Park. There is a bird sanctuary, a bioretention basin, nature paths, and a centennial prairie. Native prairie grasses, savanna, and woodland ecosystems create the largest natural area along the lakefront, according to the park district."

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Highland

Birrieria Zaragoza
Birrieria Zaragoza
4.5 (1202 ratings)
Family-run Mexican joint offering comfort food made with goat meat in a cozy, counter-serve setup.
4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
Mexican restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 39 best restaurants in Chicago you have to try
"A family-owned Mexican spot in Archer Heights that's the G.O.A.T. when it comes to goat meat. Why we love it: Thick handmade tortillas, salsas made to order, bright-pink agua fresca—you can get all of that to go. Their only purpose, however, is to accompany the restaurant’s signature platters of chopped goat meat."
S2 Express Grill
S2 Express Grill
4 (242 ratings)
5058 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
Restaurant
Oooh Wee It Is
Oooh Wee It Is
3.9 (103 ratings)
2208 W State St, Calumet City, IL 60409, USA
Restaurant
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
Where to Eat Brunch in Chicago Right Now, July 2021
"The menu features comforting dishes like smothered shrimp and rice, jerk chicken tips, and oxtail and grits, but for those with a sweet tooth there’s also a cereal bar stocked with dozens of sugary treats."

Best Family Restaurants in Highland

Red Lobster
Red Lobster
3.8 (2350 ratings)
Lively chain restaurant serving American seafood standards amid New England-themed decor.
5201 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantAngler fish restaurantBarCrab houseEvent venueFamily restaurant
Johnel's Restaurant
Johnel's Restaurant
4.2 (1130 ratings)
Straightforward American eats, plus breakfast served all day, in a diner-style setting with a bar.
4145 Calumet Ave, Hammond, IN 46320, USA
Family restaurant
Medici On 57th
Medici On 57th
4.4 (1909 ratings)
U of Chicago BYO hangout where pizza, burgers & sandwiches figure among the American eats.
1327-1331, 1327 E 57th St, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
Pizza restaurantAmerican restaurantBakeryFamily restaurantRestaurant

Best Gelato in Highland

La Michoacana Favorita
La Michoacana Favorita
4.5 (95 ratings)
6236 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629, USA
Ice cream shop
Original Rainbow Cone
Original Rainbow Cone
4.7 (1907 ratings)
Long-standing seasonal ice cream destination serving cones, shakes, sundaes & banana splits.
9233 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643, USA
Ice cream shopDessert shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
The 15 Best Ice Cream Shops in Chicago
"Chicago summer is here, which means it’s time to roll up your sleeves, put your hair up, and eat accordingly—we’re talking ice cream, of course, that frosty refresher that is wildly hard-earned after every Chicago winter. Luckily, our fine town is continuing to up its scoop game in big, memorable ways each year, serving up enough sundaes, fro-yo, gelato, and soft serve to keep you cool all season long. From ice-cold curls and koala-inspired cones to avocado scoops and vegan soft serve, here are this summer’s most scream-worthy ice cream shops."
Mentioned by Secret Chicago
10 Incredible Ice Cream Shops To Try In Chicago
"This ice cream shop and its stacks of chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with walnuts plus cherries), pistachio, and orange sherbet have been a total staple of summer in Chicago for more than 80 years now. This year, the Original Rainbow Cone is spreading some love all across Chicago with its brand spanking new van, complete with ice cream paint job, so make sure to follow the rainbow (van)!. You can find the Original Rainbow Cone at 9233 S Western Ave or Navy Pier."
Lindy's Chili & Gertie's Ice Cream
Lindy's Chili & Gertie's Ice Cream
4.2 (186 ratings)
Long-standing diner-style chain with casual ambiance, dishing up typical comfort food & ices.
6544 W Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
25 Classic Chicago Restaurants to Try
"Originally a 22-seat stand, this hot dog and chili spot launched in 1924 has expanded significantly and now operates several locations around Chicagoland. The signature dish can be served with or without beans and elbow macaroni at the customer’s discretion. The business changed hands in 1974 and owner Joseph Yesutis brought Gertie’s Ice Cream into the fold."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Highland

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Extended Stay America Suites - Chicago - Lansing
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Merrillville, IN
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$114 /night
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Merrillville
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$153 /night
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