Top Things to do in DuPage County
Top Hotels in DuPage County
- 1. Best Western Chicago - Downers Grove
- 2. Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
- 3. Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago
- 4. Hyatt House Chicago / Oak Brook
- 5. The Westin Chicago Lombard
- 6. Hilton Chicago / Oak Brook Suites
- 7. Best Western Plus Oakbrook Inn
- 8. Hyatt Place Chicago/Naperville/Warrenville
- 9. Red Roof PLUS+ Chicago Naperville
- 10. Hyatt Place Chicago / Lombard / Oak Brook
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10 Hidden Gems Things to do in DuPage County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in DuPage County, United States including First Division Museum at Cantigny, Naperville Bites and Sites Food Tours, Tivoli Theatre Downers Grove, The Little Popcorn Store, Morton Arboretum, Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm, Cosley Zoo, Mayslake Peabody Estate, Naper Settlement, Knoch Knolls Nature Center.
Restaurants in DuPage County
1. First Division Museum at Cantigny
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 256 reviews
Museum with interactive exhibits on the trenches of WWI, the beaches of WWII and the rice paddies of Vietnam.
Reviewed By sugarbaby34
The tanks outside were incredible to get up close to. My husband and son are huge military buffs and were impressed to see the tanks on display outside on the grounds. I myself tagged along but was not bored at all looking at the tanks. Inside the museum are wonderful displays depicting all phases of wars that the 1st was involved in. The grounds had wonderful gardens to wander through. We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
2. Naperville Bites and Sites Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 189 reviews
Enjoy a Culinary and cultural experience through Naperville's historic neighborhood. One delicious taste at a time! Discover some great things about Naperville .
3. Tivoli Theatre Downers Grove
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By 82mickiem - Downers Grove, United States
This place is so cool. A vintage theater that has been modernized with sound and other modern amenities, but retains the beautiful charm of the old world theater including amazing light up ceiling. Live Oregon on the weekends. They also sell alcohol which is a nice plus. Prices are reasonable and it’s truly an experience
4. The Little Popcorn Store
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
I wonder if football legend Red Grange, the most famous resident of Wheaton, Illinois, ever visited the Little Popcorn Store. Nearing its 100th anniversary, the Little Popcorn Store is a local treasure, perhaps the world's smallest store of any kind. Located at 111 West Front Street, at Main Street, in downtown Wheaton, one of Chicago's western suburbs, it is only 49 inches wide by 60 feet long. It is like walking into a Norman Rockwell painting with popcorn freshly popped and candy lining the walls. The late owner Bill Wakefield, who ran the business for more than 40 years before passing away in 2019, pointed out that what separates his popcorn from others is the use of white corn, which is sweeter, smaller and less tough than yellow corn. Also, it is lighter and doesn't need butter. Just add vegetable oil and a light amount of salt. But only one flavor, no caramel or cheese. Candy lovers can choose from gummis, candy corn, candy dots, chocolate covered marshmallows, Reece's pumpkins, Mary Janes, Necco's wafers, salter pumpkin seeds, peppermint, penny candy, root beer barrels and many others. Also on sale are posters, ornaments, note cards and other artwork. The Little Popcorn Store is open from 10 to 9 Monday through Saturay and from noon to 5 on Sunday.
5. Morton Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 958 reviews
Only 25 miles west of Chicago, there's something for everyone in all four seasons at The Morton Arboretum. Whether you seek a quiet hike in the woods or an active family day out, The Morton Arboretum offers a wide variety of fun activities, events, tours, and classes for all ages and interests. Here you'll find an oasis of 16 miles of hiking trails and nine miles of paved roads, perfect for hiking, running, biking or just exploring. From a guided tour on an open-air tram to the award-winning Children's Garden and Maze Garden, to seasonal exhibits and lunch in The Ginkgo Restaurant overlooking Meadow Lake, the Arboretum is a unique place to explore, discover, escape, and connect with trees and nature.
Reviewed By ejohnchat - Chicago, United States
We love going here anytime of the year; the light show in the winter, the flowers in the spring, the cool forests in the summer and the colorful leaves in the fall.
6. Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Bolingbrook Park District offers a safe and beautiful trout farm for perfect for an afternoon of quality fishing. The ponds at Hidden Lakes are stocked in April and October with trout and catfish are stocked May - September. All revenue generated from Hidden Lakes permit fees goes directly to stocking the wide variety of fish in the lakes.
Reviewed By philkswift - Bolingbrook, United States
My kids have gone fishing here with friends and had a good time. There is even a. Air shop open during the season. I like to rollerblade on the asphalt paths throughout the lakes and woods that go from Royce rd to (almost boughton road
7. Cosley Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By EnjoytheSilence44 - Wheaton, United States
My 2.5year old nephew and I love this place! Perfect place for a quick lil activity! Small wall to see all the Great animals and have a lil picnic. It’s also great to see around Christmas with all the lights and decoration.
8. Mayslake Peabody Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
On the National Register of Historic Places, Mayslake Hall stands as a rare surviving example of the magnificent country houses that were built in DuPage County during the Gilded Age. It now serves the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County as a cultural education center, home to concerts, theatre, art exhibits and art and photo classes. We offer historic tours of the mansion on Wednesdays at 11am & 11:30am and on Saturdays at 9:30am, 10am, 11am and 11:30am.
Reviewed By oelshafie - Oak Brook, United States
Great play and a friendly atmosphere. The service was great the staff were very friendly v it was such an enjoyable evening.
9. Naper Settlement
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
Native Chicagoans often forget or tend to overlook the fact that there is more to the history of the area than what happened before and after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Chicago's vast network of suburbs have a lot of history to tell. For example, when I was living in Wheaton, I learned about the tavern that catered to travelers on the old stagecoach road from Chicago to Galena. And now I've learned about Naper Settlement, a 12-acre outdoor history museum that consists of a collection of 30 historical buildings and structures from the Naperville, Illinois, area. Established in 1969 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, Naper Settlement, located at 523 South Webster Street, is situated on land bequeathed to the City of Naperville in 1936 by Caroline Martin Mitchell, whose father made his riches after he co-founded the Naperville Tile and Brick Works and built Pine Craig, a historic 12-room mansion that is part of Naper Settlement. Many of the buildings in Naper Settlement were moved here from their original locations and refurbished in a style fitting of their time periods that range from 1831, when Naperville was founded, through the early 20th century. Naper Settlement is an outdoor history museum that offers numerous special events, including Civil War Days, a two-day reenactment where the settlement is converted into a large encampment, featuring more than 300 actors and actresses who re-enact historical life and battles.
10. Knoch Knolls Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Peter-DG - Chicago, United States
Great place to visit for an hour or a day. Part of the Naperville Park District. There are kayak rentals available some times. Kayak a few miles up and down Du Page River West Branch to the confluence with the East Branch and beyond. Lots of wood chip hiking trails and paved biking trails to various spots along the river. Impressive indoor facility and park, and plenty of parking.
