Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Glen Ellyn

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Glen Ellyn

Millennium Park
Millennium Park
4.8 (58155 ratings)4.5 (22489 ratings)
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.6 (50660 ratings)4 (13593 ratings)
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksAmusement centerCultural centerEvent venuePiers & BoardwalksTheme Parks
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
3 Day Chicago Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"If you’re not in the mood for shopping, check out Navy Pier which is a Chicago Landmark and offers a variety of attractions for all ages to enjoy. If you’re interested in learning about science, I recommend visiting Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry, which is the largest science center in the Western Hemisphere."
Mentioned by Crazy Family Adventure
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"Head over to Navy Pier to go up on the Centennial Ferris Wheel!. A fun way to get an amazing view of Chicago and the lakefront. You can get tickets through the Go Chicago Explorer Pass or check with the Loew’s hotel – they sometimes have specials going where you can get tickets with your stay."
Garfield Park Conservatory
Garfield Park Conservatory
4.8 (6118 ratings)4.5 (719 ratings)
184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields, tennis courts & more.
300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksBotanical gardenHistoric SitesGardens
Grant Park
Grant Park
4.7 (16394 ratings)4.5 (854 ratings)
319-acre centerpiece of Downtown housing some of the city's busiest attractions.
337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
City parkNature & ParksPark
Skydeck Chicago
Skydeck Chicago
4.5 (18620 ratings)4.5 (15971 ratings)
103rd floor of the former Sears Tower with clear observation boxes & views extending to four states.
233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Observation deckSights & LandmarksMuseumArchitectural BuildingsObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Ping Tom Memorial Park
Ping Tom Memorial Park
4.5 (2065 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
Chinatown park on the Chicago River with Chinese-style landscaping, a playground & kayak rentals.
1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Memorial parkNature & ParksPark
McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
4.6 (161 ratings)4.5 (135 ratings)
Exhibits on the city's river & movable bridges & their significance to the city.
99 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistory MuseumsSpecialty MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Andersonville
Andersonville
4.5 (110 ratings)
Andersonville is a laid-back area within west Edgewater. It’s known for its 19th-century row houses, as well as charming antique shops, cafes and cool furniture stores along Clark Street, a popular commercial strip. The neighborhood’s Swedish heritage is evident in its quaint restaurants and bakeries. The Swedish American Museum features artifacts from local and continental immigrant communities.
Chicago, IL, USA
Sights & LandmarksNeighborhoods
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Just north of Uptown there's a neighborhood that feels like a small town and still shows signs of the Swedish settlers who founded it."
Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile
4.5 (14711 ratings)
The Magnificent Mile is Chicago’s premier commercial district. The vibrant, bustling area is home to upscale shops, luxe fashion outlets, cool restaurants and posh hotels. Landmarks include the historic Chicago Water Tower, the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, the terracotta Wrigley Building skyscraper and the 100-story John Hancock Center, which has a rooftop observation deck with fine dining and panoramic city views.
Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksNeighborhoodsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Chicago 2 days itinerary
The perfect two day Chicago itinerary to hit the best photography spots
"Day 1: Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, Chicago Athletic Club, Riverwalk, Flamingo Rum Club, Signature Room at the 95th Kick off your Chicago trip in the heart of the action, by wandering past the glittering storefronts lining North Michigan Avenue, AKA the Magnificent Mile. This 13-block stretch in the Loop area hosts more than 460 stores including luxury brands like Gucci, Burberry and Louis Vuitton, nearly 300 restaurants, and some of the city’s top hotels. Art aficionados will want to pop into LIK Fine Art Chicago, which displays incredible pieces from famed photographer Peter Lik."
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
Chicago – The Perfect Itinerary for First-Timers
"No trip to Chicago would be complete without a stroll up Michigan Ave and the Magnificent Mile, so head up there after the aquarium. Most of the shops here are super high-end (think Gucci), so if you’re like me, you’re mostly window shopping, but it’s still fun to walk along and enjoy what is Chicago’s version of NYC’s Fifth Avenue."
Chicago Riverwalk
Chicago Riverwalk
4.8 (9928 ratings)4.5 (2541 ratings)
Riverside pedestrian path featuring city views & dining, plus bridges, fishing piers & boat docks.
Chicago, IL 60601, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Walking Areas

Best Breweries in Glen Ellyn

Corridor Brewery & Provisions
Corridor Brewery & Provisions
4.4 (476 ratings)
Warehouse-style spot brewing seasonal beers to pair with creative gastropub cooking in funky digs.
3446 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
BreweryAmerican restaurantBarBrewpub
Mentioned by Bitches Who Brunch
Chicago’s Best Outdoor Brunches
"This brewpub boasts one of our favorite brunch burgers in the city. The restaurant’s no reservation policy can work in your favor if you arrive early and request a seat on the patio. Enjoy people watching on Southport while you eat."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Corridor Brewery and Provisions is a creative gastropub that features seasonal brews. It is a warehouse-style brewery with delicious meals. As a craft brewery, they regularly change their draft list."
Open Outcry Brewing Company
Open Outcry Brewing Company
4.7 (588 ratings)
Pints, flights & cocktails pair with Neapolitan-style pizza in a funky warehouse setting.
10934 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643, USA
BreweryBarRestaurant
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
14 Best Breweries to Visit in Chicago
"A southside brewery that edges so far down, it’s hardly considered urban territory, Open Outcry is an unexpected oasis in this part of the city, encouraging you to quench your thirst in their garage-style taproom. Featuring a flight inspired by the colors of the original Rainbow Cone—Palmer House IPA, Strawberry Imperial Stout, Orange Milkshake IPA, Pistachio Brown Ale—Open Outcry promises that you can’t go wrong with any of their signature brews. And their blissful beer garden with yellow accents is the go-to lounge for the summer!"
Crushed By Giants Brewing Company
Crushed By Giants Brewing Company
4.9 (65 ratings)
600 N Michigan Ave 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
BrewpubBarBreweryGastropubHamburger restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSalad shopSandwich shop

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Glen Ellyn

Citizen Bar
Citizen Bar
4 (95 ratings)
A spacious rooftop deck open in warmer months draws patrons to this pub with upscale bar eats.
364 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Bar
El Che Steakhouse & Bar
El Che Steakhouse & Bar
4.6 (454 ratings)
Wood-fired Argentinean-American fare & South American cocktails doled out in hip, stylish surrounds.
845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Steak houseAmerican restaurantArgentinian restaurantBarEvent venueRestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Boleo
Boleo
4.3 (333 ratings)
Chic South American rooftop restaurant & cocktail lounge with a retractable roof atop a hotel.
122 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
LoungeBarEvent venueNight clubSouth American restaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
The Best Rooftop Restaurants in Chicago
"Boleo is Chicago’s answer to elegant Latin American Dining in the Downtown Loop neighborhood. The cuisine and culture of Latin American infiltrate every aspect of this popular eate..."

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Glen Ellyn

Al's Beef
Al's Beef
4.1 (1252 ratings)
Chicago-based chain known for overstuffed Italian beef sandwiches & hot dogs in a bare-bones space.
1079 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Sandwich shopItalian restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Goose Island Shrimp House
Goose Island Shrimp House
4.6 (1624 ratings)
Cash-only, carryout joint for fried seafood such as signature jumbo shrimp, oysters & catfish.
1011 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Takeout Restaurant
Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine
Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine
3.8 (615 ratings)
Northern Indian classics (plus a few Southern Indian dishes) in a fine-dining atmosphere.
100 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Indian restaurantBarDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantNorth Eastern Indian restaurantSouth Asian restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Glen Ellyn

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
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4.2 (502 reviews)
Embassy Suites Chicago Lombard Oak Brook Hotel
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$141 /night
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3.6 (430 reviews)
Ramada by Wyndham Glendale Heights/Lombard
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