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THE 10 BEST Chicago Fun Activities & Games
Fun Activities & Games in Chicago
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What travelers are saying
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland30,976 contributionsMaggie Daley Park is close to the downtown area and very popular as there are a lot of attractions for adults and children (play park)Written September 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Joan SDuluth, MN64 contributionsDo not miss Second City!!! Incredible. Laugh..laugh;;laugh! The actors were incredible and our whole family, many different ages, loved it.Written September 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Hortena M10 contributionsThis experience is AMAZING! It’s like the best roller coaster ever but without the downsides, and instead of riding on a track you’re flying over, around and through the best parts of Chicago. It’s thrilling and a spectacular tour of Chicago providing perspectives you can’t get in real life - like flying through the iconic theater and past buildings where you look in through the windows, and over Lake Michigan… You definitely want to do this!Written August 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ryan A1 contributionVery intricately designed room and lots of fun! We've been to many escape rooms and this one was easily one of the most well executed ones we've ever done!Written September 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lindalee SGlen Ellyn, IL112 contributionsI went with friends to an ikebana luncheon. We had a lovely buffet of salmon, chicken stir fry, several salads, fruit, and cookies. Then we watched an Ikebana demonstration with bamboo used as containers and material. Very good food and attentive servers. Very much attention to cleanliness.Written March 15, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Diana C8 contributionsOne of the best escape room experiences. It was just me and my 12 year old trying to escape the Prison. It was challenging and the gamemaster Molly was excellent at providing clues when requested and offering nudges if needed… While we did not escape, we were engaged the whole time and my 12 year old loved it…. We're definitely coming back.Written October 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nathan WNewport, Australia329 contributionsWe got free skates via the Hilton, and skated away the evening. The rink was devoid of any pushy or show-off skaters to ruin the night for us hopeless skaters! Beautiful city lights give the rink a great atmosphere.Written January 19, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Global Explorer 60643Chicago, IL33 contributionsPerfect place to come on your own, a date, outing, or birthday. I took my wife here today for her birthday we did four minutes each of flight time, and the high velocity add-on. Our instructor Miguel was one of the kindest most patient and knowledgeable instructors I’ve come across. His excitement for the sport has me encouraged to try something new and even do a real skydive. I can’t wait to come back.Written May 9, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- wheatonnitzWheaton, IL695 contributionsI had a customer event at the rooftop on the left field four pole and it was Good. The food was good and so was the service. The view was as expected from where we were, but it was fine. I was there to show my customer and their employees a good time and to get to know some of them a little better and that’s what I did. Thank You!Written September 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- psudinoWeehawken, NJ4,427 contributionsThis park is surrounded by highrises and is located just North of Millennium Park. I was walking back to my hotel and decided to take a detour through this park. The first thing that I noticed was how quiet it was. I suppose the tall buildings blocked the sounds of Lakeshore and Columbus, and effects were very peaceful.
The lawns and paths were exceptionally well maintained. The buildings surrounding the area are clean and colorful and the Radisson is especially interesting. This can be a very peaceful place in the middle of the city.
Since I was walking towards the DuSable Bridge I walked northwest in the park. To my surprise there was an intriguing staircase to get you to the main level. You can see in my picture that there is a garden in the center of a rather large circular staircase in which aesthetics was clearly on the mind of the designer.
Overall, a very nice experience.Written June 13, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Katie2 contributionsHad been wanting to visit The Game Show Game Show for some time and SO glad we finally did to celebrate a friend's going away send-off! If you're fun-loving and slightly silly, this is for you. Get ready for sparkly vests, singing, dancing, challenges, survey questions, trivia and some friendly competition. Eddie and Ingrid were great hosts and made our visit feel special! We were talking about it for the rest of the night. What are you waiting for? Book. that. ticket!Written February 13, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Helene SHouston, TX1,953 contributionsNice shopping center. Make sure to get your parking validated when you check out. Thanks to Laura from Texas for helping us get organized at The Container Store.
Hint: sign up for a 20% discount for college students at The Container Store for back to school in August.Written August 14, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kathie R2 contributionsMy son and I went there, first time ever throwing axes. We had a lot of fun! LA was a great coach! We were the only ones there at that time.Written November 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lincoln DPearl, MS59 contributionsI grew up in Chicago until I was 12 years. I left the West Rogers Park neighborhood in 1974, when my family moved to Southern California. I have very fond memories of Indian Boundary Park. We would go there all the time as children, since it was only 4 or 5 blocks from our house. We would see the animals that were there. Feed the ducks and the deer. Run around the park with our friends. Ride our bikes there. I visited there recently on a business trip to Chicago. It brought back a lot of wonderful memories. What great parks Chicago has. Indian Boundary Park has a lot of memories. My dad passed away in 1997 at the age of 84. He lived in this neighborhood for a majority of his life. His family moved up to Rogers Park from the South Side when he was a small child. I remember him telling me that he fell thru the ice on the pond at Indian Boundary Park ice skating as a child and almost drowned until someone pulled him out. Like a said, a lot of memories.Written September 18, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tyshondra B27 contributionsI WAS FOR THE LAWNDALE CENTER ARTSHOW ON AUGUST THE 3 IN ADDITION, MY FIRST TIME THER.E. EVERYONE CAME OFF RUDE TO ME AND BEING AN ARTIST YET THE DIRECTOR DUSHAUN BRANCH IN ADDITION, WHO HAVE NASTY DISPOSTON IN ADDITION. NICE PARK YET I WON'T BE ATTENDING ANOTHER ARTSHOW THEREWritten August 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
