Historic Village Cuneo Museum Volo Antique Auto Museum Lake County Discovery Museum Gurnee Mills Outlet Mall

Chicago North Shore Area Attractions and Things To Do

An abundance of attractions abound along Doubletree Libertyville Mundelein. Take a step back in time by stopping by Long Grove Historic Village. Get back to nature in idyllic Chicago Botanic Garden. Tour a Mediterranean-style mansion that comprises the Cuneo Museum. Learn more about these fun things to do along with many others that make our neighborhood a fascinating place to visit.

Long Grove Historic Village. Long on charm, Long Grove Historic Village invites you to experience more than 80 shops, galleries, and restaurants. Take a leisurely stroll along the cobblestone sidewalks of this quaint hamlet that dates back to the early 1800s. For more information, visit www.longgroveonline.com.

Chicago Botanic Garden. Explore the breathtaking beauty of the 385-acre Chicago Botanic Garden, which is comprised of woods, waterways and 23 formal display gardens. Experience this natural wonder on foot or by tram. Either way, it’s going to be a gorgeous adventure. For more information, visit www.chicagobotanic.org. [Top]

Cuneo Museum. Tour the former estate of John Cuneo, Sr., the founder of The Cuneo Press and the Hawthorn Mellody Dairy. Enjoy this lavish Mediterranean-style mansion that features antique furnishings, Renaissance paintings, and tapestries. There’s even a private chapel. For more information, visit www.cuneomuseum.org.

Glacier Ice Arena. Figure skating and ice hockey are the main events at the Glacier Ice Arena in nearby Vernon Hills, IL. This top-notch skating facility comes equipped with two regulation NHL-size rinks. It’s one of the coolest places around to have a party. For more information, visit www.glacierskate.com [Top]

Volo Antique Auto Museum. Since 1960, the Volo Auto Museum has been showcasing hundreds of classic cars. Check out the world's largest muscle car collection and the George Barris TV & Movie Car Collection. Visit the museum store where you’ll find everything from car t-shirts and car hats to car posters and car clocks. For more information, visit www.volocars.com.

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor. Thrill rides. Cool concerts. Water slides. Lovable characters. Tip-top parade. You’ll find all that and more at Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor in Gurnee, Illinois on Chicago’s North Shore. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com/greatAmerica/index.aspx. [Top]

Lake County Discovery Museum. Learn about the history of Lake County via hands-on interactive exhibits. Discover the largest permanent exhibition on the history and significance of postcards in the country. Enjoy fine works of art from talented Chicagoland artists. For more information, visit www.lcfpd.org/discovery_museum.

Zanies Comedy Night Club. The laughs come fast and furious at Zanies Comedy Night Club in Vernon Hills, IL. Catch any number of top-name performers like Jeff Garlin and Gallagher plus comics whose star is on the rise. For more information, visit www.zanies.com. [Top]

Gurnee Mills Outlet Mall. Gurnee Mills Outlet Mall must be doing something right. Each year, 23 million shoppers patronize the more than 200 retailers that include Off 5th - Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet, Nike Factory Outlet and Bass Pro Shops—and save up to 70%. For more information, visit www.simon.com/mall/default.aspx?ID=1251.

Libertyville Sports Complex. The Libertyville Sports Complex features a 169,000-square-foot indoor sports center that comes complete with eight full-sized basketball/volleyball courts, two full-sized soccer fields and a 28-foot, 360° climbing mountain. In addition, there’s a golf center and fitness center. For more information, visit www.libertyville.com/index.asp?NID=95. [Top]