Things to see in Illinois - What to see in Illinois

Nature Reserves in Warrenville

Blackwell is located off of a busy main street in Warrenville. It is a great place to put your boat into one of the large lakes an

Universities in Wheaton

Wheaton

I attended college at the wonderful Wheaton College. Not much to do if you are a tourist, but the school is nice.

Waterparks in North Utica

Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort

If there is one thing that I can truly say about Illinois's first indoor water park, is that small children will love it. However,

Historical Monuments in Chicago

Chicago Veterans' War Memorial

I was walking around on a hot summer night down in the heart of Chicago the other day. I was just wandering around without a lot t

Bars in Chicago

First Draft

With countless tap handles and a beer book that goes on for days, this is the perfect example of the craft beer scene in Chicago!

Bars in Saint Charles

The House Pub

In today's social world, the craft beer industry has certainly taken flight! (No pun intended) Craft beers are multiplying by the

Museums in Chicago

Chicago Fed Money Museum

If money really makes the world go ‘round, then it’s useful to know about its history and how it goes around in today’s society. T

Bars in Chicago

Andy's Jazz Club

We went to the minors session which lasts until seven. Cover is $10 per person and then drinks and food. The music left much to be

Festivals in Chicago

Goose Island Block Party

With the craft beer industry exploding in Chicago, more and more beer festivals are coming out into the social world. Goose Island

Bars in Chicago

Abbey Pub

With a beautiful built-in stage, this location is a prime spot to catch an amazing show. If you are visiting Chicago and don't hav

Historical Monuments in Chicago

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

On this occasion, I was attending a wedding reception. This building is dedicated to housing the German Heritage Center primarily.

Golf Courses in Arlington Heights

Rolling Green Country Club

I came here for a one year old's birthday party in the fall. Arlington heights is a major suburb of Chicago, with numerous familie

Bars in Brookfield

Brixie's Saloon

This hole in the wall pub is tucked away pretty well. I am sure most locals would come here regularly but as a foreigner I would'v

Of Touristic Interest in Chicago

Queen's Landing

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But I like that the people enjoying in this part of the city.

Shops in Chicago

Hershey's

I had the change to get some chocolate from the Hershey's store and it made my day. Sinfully delicious!

Statues in El Paso

Estatua de Lady Justice

Of Cultural Interest in El Paso

Seminario Franciscano de San Antonio de Padua

Lakes in Sheridan

Branham Lakes

We had been warned it would snow, but it's still surprising when you run into it the first weekend in September. So here we are, t

Things to do in Illinois

The top 261 attractions in Illinois