For your next vacation or business meeting, come to Lake County, Illinois. Just north of Chicago, it's the ideal location for every type of travel!

Area Attractions

Antioch Charming Antioch boasts more than 100 electric shops and restaurants. Enjoy browsing and shopping throughout our Historic Downtown District. Discover unexpected treasures in quaint clothing boutiques, art galleries and antique shops For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	874 Main Street Antioch, IL 847-395-2233
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Gorgeous waterfalls, giant aquariums, incredible wildlife mounts, and more make Bass Pro Shops a must-see attraction for sporting families around the world For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Shopping Center.	6112 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 847-856-1229
Bowen Park Theatre & Opera Professional theatre and opera, sung entirely in English with piano accompaniment. Lake County's only opera company, costumed and fully staged. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Theater / Performing Arts.	39 Jack Benny Dr. Waukegan, IL 847-360-4740
Chain O'Lakes Bike Path The Chain O'Lakes bike trail, 6 miles in length, can be accessed at any picnic area between the concession stand and the park office. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Biking Trail.	Trail Start: Chain O Lakes State Park Trail End: Chain O Lakes State Park 847-587-5512
City of Zion Take the Metra up, bike around city and to the beach! For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Biking.	2828 Sheridan Road Zion, IL 847-746-4000
Cuneo Museum and Gardens Historic Venetian style mansion featuring art, tapestries, European furnishings and formal gardens. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Museum.	1350 N. Milwaukee Ave. Vernon Hills, IL 847-362-3042
Deerfield Farmer's Market Each week find fresh-from-the-farm productsgrown by Midwest farmers and produced by local businesses. Look for the bright orange carrot. Deerfield's very own place to be every Saturday morning! 7am-12:30pm For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Farmer's Markets.	Deerfield Rd. & Robert York Ave. Deerfield, IL 847-945-5000
Des Plaines River Trail Ride 31 miles from the Van Patton Woods Forest Preserves, Russell, IL south to Buffalo Grove. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Biking Trail.	Trail Start: Thatcher Woods Trail End: Buffalo Grove 847-367-6640
Didier Farms Pick your own pumpkins, Scarecrow Alley, Indian Teepees, and Animated Halloween Figures in the Farmstand, Educational Farming Display, Visit the "Pig Bin" and the Baby Chicks! For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Pumpkin Patches/Farms.	16678 W. Aptakisic Road Prairie View, IL 847-634-3291
Genesee Theatre The Genesee boasts Broadway shows, musical acts, comedians and more. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Theater / Performing Arts.	203 N. Genesee Street Waukegan, IL 847-782-2366
Glunz Family Winery & Cellar Tour and taste wine in this winery owned by Illinois' oldest wine family. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Winery.	221 Robert Parker Coffin Road Long Grove, IL 60047 847-634-9463
Glunz Family Winery and Cellars Tour and taste wine in this winery owned by Illinois' oldest wine family. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Winery.	888 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 847-548-9463
Grayslake Farmer's Market Wednesday 3-7pm For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Farmer's Markets.	Slusser & Center St. Grayslake, IL 847-289-7138
Great Lakes Naval Museum The Great Lakes Naval Museum is a small military museum showing the history of Navy "boot camp" training and of Naval Station. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Museum.	Building 158, Camp Barry Area of Naval Training Center, Great Lakes North Chicago, IL 847-688-3154
Gurnee Mills Gurnee Mills is the Midwest's largest value retail and entertainment mall with over 200 manufacturer and retail outlet stores. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Shopping Center.	6170 W. Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 847-856-1229
Historic Village of Long Grove Charming, 19th century, historic village with over 80 specialty shops and restaurants. Special events throughout the year. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	Rt. 53 and 83 Long Grove, IL 847-634-0888
KeyLime Cove Water Resort KeyLime Water Resort, The official resort of Six Flags Great America, will revolutionize the way Americans vacation. It is a new and uniquely-designed water resort that celebrates the tropical paradise lifestyle: that no worries attitude, fun spirit, great food and good friends. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Water Park.	1700 Nations Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 877-360-0403
Lake County Discovery Museum Fun interactive exhibits featuring the world's largest collection of picture postcards, "Mall of History," Vortex Roller Coaster Theater, and beautiful Forest Preserve setting. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Museum.	27277 Forest Preserve Dr. Wauconda, IL 847-968-3400
Lambs Farm Rides, games,petting zoo, farmyard, pet shop, thrift shop, Country Inn Restaurant, and Country Store & Bakery. All benefit programs for people with developmental disabilities. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Kids and Families.	I-94 at Route 176 Libertyville, IL 847-362-4636
Libertyville Farmer's Market Thursdays 7am-1pm from June - October For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Farmer's Markets.	Main Street Libertyville, IL 847-680-0336
Libertyville Sports Complex All-inclusive venue catering to athletic tournaments, large business meetings, competitive and recreational sports, life enrichment programs, exhibitions, and more. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Recreation.	1950 N. Highway 45 Libertyville, IL 847-367-1502
Long Grove Confectionery Company Experience the old-fashion way of making chocolate...all hand crafted and uniquely packaged into our gourmet line of the finest quality chocolate products. Shopping in the Outlet Store completes the 1 hour long tour! Reservations required. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Tour.	333 Lexington Dr. Buffalo Grove, IL 847-459-3100
Main Street Libertyville This Winner of the Great American Main Street Award is home to unique shops, restaurants, and festivals. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	133 East Cook Avenue Libertyville, IL 847-680-0336
Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire Marriott Theatre produces professional musical theatre productions year round in their intimate arena theatre designed with only 9 rows so everyone has the best seat in the house. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Theater / Performing Arts.	10 Marriott Dr. Lincolnshire, IL 847-634-0200
Marytown Home of the National Religious Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe with stained glass windows and 7-foot beautiful mosaics decorate the chapel as well as seven types of marble. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	1600 W. Park Ave. Libertyville, IL 847-367-7800
Millennium Trail Bike Path Enjoy 14 miles of trail from the Lake County Discovery Museum and the Forest Preserves of Wauconda to Lake Bluff. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Biking Trail.	Trail Start: Wauconda Trail End: Lake Bluff 847-367-6640
Mundelein Main Street In downtown Mundelein. Host of numerous annual events For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	16 E. Park Street Mundelein, IL 847-970-9235
Pickard China Factory Outlet Store A true outlet store right on the factory premises where high For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	782 Pickard Avenue Antioch, IL 847-395-3800 Ext. 32
Ravinia Festival Outdoor summer performances of music, dance and children's programs in the covered pavilion or lawn. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Entertainment Center.	1201 S. St. John Highland Park, IL 847-266-5100
Richardson Farm For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Pumpkin Patches/Farms.	9407 Richardson Road Spring Grove, IL 815-675-9729
Rink Side Sports & Family Entertainment Center State of the art entertainment center featuring an ice skating rink, 180 video and interactive games, virtual reality, lazer tag arena, and full-service restaurants. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Entertainment Center.	6152 West Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 847-856-1064
Russell Military Museum Where History Comes Alive. This museum is the home of rare and unusual military vehicles and artifacts from WWI to present day For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Museum.	43363 Old Highway 41 Russell, IL 847-395-7020
Six Flags Great America 300-acre amusement park featuring over 100 rides, stage shows and a variety of attractions. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Amusement Park.	Interstate 94 and Rt. 132 Gurnee, IL 847-249-1776
The Tempel Lipizzans Majestic white stallions prance and dance as they perform a centuries-old tradition of classical dressage at Tempel Farms. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Special Interest.	17000 Wadsworth Road Wadsworth, IL 847-244-5330
Valentino Vineyards & Winery Tours, Friday night tasting dinner, private premiere tasting dinner, gift baskets, wine shipments and more. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Winery.	5175 Aptakisic Rd. Long Grove, IL 847-634-2831
Volo Auto Museum The Volo Auto Museum and Antique Malls feature a multi-million dollar automobile collection, children's exhibis, and an exhilarating military adventure. The museum's collection of roughly 40 Hollywood cars includes the original Batmobile and General Lee. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Museum.	27582 W. Volo Village Road Volo, IL 815-385-3644
Waukegan BMX / Northern Illinois BMX Waukegan / Northern Illinois BMX is a National Bicycle League sanctioned track with weekly races. Open April - October. Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Biking.	2785 Yorkhouse Waukegan, IL 60087 224-656-4178
Westfield Shoppingtown Hawthorn Hawthorn Center features Marshall Field's, Carson Pirie Scott, JCPenney, Sears, and 140 specialty stores, two restaurants and a nine-eatery food court, plus Imagination Castle play area for childre Free. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Attraction Type: Shopping Center.	122 Hawthorn Center Vernon Hills, IL 847-362-2600

Upcoming Events

The Farm: Images from the Heartland Exhibit Now - Nov. 14, 2010 The Lake County Discovery Museum will be displaying the work of the winning artists of the Images of the Heartland contest that will be run prior to the exhibit. The topics for the artist are farm scenes-- buildings, equipment, animals, farm fields, crops, and people. The artist are to be from Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin and 18 an older. The art will be juried, and prizes will be awarded. Admission Charge. For more information on the Lake County area, visit their website. Event Type: Visual Arts/Exhibitions.

Lake County Discovery Museum 27277 Forest Preserve Drive Wauconda, IL 60084 847-968-3400