If you recently
moved to Chicago and are spending your first summer here, you want your summer
vacation to be enjoyable and considerably stress-free, and you need to go to places
that will not only entertain but keep your children engaged. Fortunately, there
are tons of kid-friendly things to do in Chicago that will fully satisfy your
children’s curiosity and their need for excitement.
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Here are 10
attractions that you may want to explore with your kids in the area:
1.
Chicago Children’s Museum
The Chicago Children’s Museum is undoubtedly one of
the top museums in the United States and it has something enjoyable to offer
for children of all ages – from babies to much older kids. Your children can
experience digging for dinosaur bones at the Dinosaur Expedition, go on an
adventure at the Treehouse Trails, or even exhaust their creative side by
creating something in the Tinkering Lab.
2.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Get your kids to see wild and exotic animals in their
picture books come to life without you having to shed even a single cent by
bringing them to Lincoln Park Zoo.
3.
Chicago Grant Park
Let your children exhaust all their pent-up energy by
letting them run around or freely play at the biggest public park in Chicago.
The Grant Park also boasts of Buckingham Fountain, a beautiful and grand sight
that will definitely leave your kids in awe.
4.
360 Chicago
Formerly known as the John Hancock Observatory, this
attraction is fitting for kids who enjoy a bit of an adrenaline rush, as the place
is known to have the fastest elevator in the world.
5.
The Bean Chicago
A trip to Chicago is never complete without a visit to
the Cloud Gate Sculpture (the bean). Go on a clear day and have your kids
observe the reflection of the city skyline and their faces on the sculpture.
Don’t forget to take pictures!
6.
LEGOLAND Chicago
If your children love to play with Lego sets, they
will definitely enjoy LEGOLAND. It is an indoor family entertainment center
where everything is made from and revolves around your children’s favorite toy.
7.
Six Flags Great America
If your kids can’t get enough of amusement parks then
you must visit the biggest and most popular amusement park in the area. Six
Flags boasts of thrilling and exciting rides and activities for all ages to
enjoy and love.
8.
Volo Auto Museum
Have your kids see a real-life Batmobile and other
famous cars that they only see on TV or movies and let them enjoy other
exciting attractions by visiting Volo Auto Museum.
9.
Chicago’s Navy Pier
If you are unsure of where to go, you cannot go wrong
when you visit Chicago’s Navy Pier as it has something to offer to everyone
regardless of age, background, and interest. In fact, the place is loaded with
so many different attractions that it will take you a couple of days to explore
the entire area.
10. Shedd
Aquarium
Visit the Shedd indoor aquarium and let your kids
observe over 30,000 aquatic animals, learn from exhibits and presentations and
develop their passion for marine conservation.
Traveling
and trips can be stressful for kids, as they are commonly comforted with
familiar surroundings, which is why you should plan your summer accordingly.
Including one or more of the above mentioned places in your itinerary will help
you get along with your kids, as these landmarks are guaranteed to keep them
amused and happy.
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