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1. Morton Arboretum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Blackwell Forest Preserve ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Cantigny Park

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4. Centennial Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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5. Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. DuPage Children's Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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7. Herrick Lake Forest Preserve

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8. Knoch Knolls Nature Center

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9. Naper Settlement

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10. Naperville Trolley & Tours

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11. Riverwalk

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12. Millennium Carillon

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13. Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. BrightSide Theatre

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15. Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center

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16. Hollywood Palms Cinema, Bar and Eatery

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17. Hidden Key Escapes

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

From gardens and museums to swimming holes and adventure parks, the options of things to do in Naperville are endless. Many of the attractions are family friendly and will be a memorable way to spend the day no matter what your age. If you want to be outdoors, spend the day fishing at the Blackwell Forest Preserve or splashing around at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park.

Naperville is a 40-minute (33.0 miles via I-290 W) day trip from Chicago.


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