35 Best Things To Do With Kids In The Chicago Suburbs (2024)

One of the best parts about living in Milwaukee is having easy access to the world-class popular attractions in Chicagoland (without the daily traffic!).

Chicago’s suburbs are packed with family-friendly attractions and activities.

Whether you’re planning an easy day trip from Milwaukee, a full weekend of fun, or just wondering what to do while you visit relatives, we found 35 of the best things to do with kids in the Chicago suburbs.

Read on for the best kid-friendly activities in the suburbs of Chicago, organized by region.

North Suburbs of Chicago Schuamburg

In the North Suburbs, Schaumburg takes the lead for the most family-friendly activities.

Bison’s Bluff, Photo from parkfun.com

1. Enterrium: For a giant hangout space with bowling alleys, ping-pong tables, and arcade games, head to the Enterrium at Woodfield Mall, formerly known as Pac-Man Entertainment.
2. Legoland Discovery Center: One of the main attractions in this suburb is the Legoland Discovery Center, a must-visit for lego-lovers with giant lego displays, amusement park rides, a 4D theater, and kid-sized lego worlds to explore.
3. Bison’s Bluff: Nearby Bison’s Bluff is one of the area’s best nature playgrounds with a large bison, waterfall, multi-tiered tree house, art area, music area, climbing walls, indoor nature center, and slides leading to the base of the bluff.
4. Challenge Course at Meineke Park: Also in Schaumburg is the free Challenge Course at Meineke Park, with an extensive ninja warrior course complete with ramps, vault wall, floating boards, ropes, and climbing walls. Digital timers even allow them to score their performance.
5. Peppa Pig World of Play: The Peppa Pig World of Play has 14 themed areas including Peppa Pig’s Treehouse, Miss Rabbit at the Supermarket, and George’s Fort.
6. Medieval Times: Travel back in time where knights in shining armor battled for honor on their horses. Medieval Times is an immersive experience for the whole family.
7. Pilot Pete’s: For a restaurant that will delight your kids, check out Pilot Pete’s, an aviation themed eatery. It has airplanes hanging from the ceiling, and you can watch the real airplanes at the neighboring Schaumburg Flying Club from your table!

Hotels in Schaumburg Skokie

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