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Chicago Northwest

1933 N Meacham Rd, Suite 210 · Schaumburg, IL

Why you should go…

Meet Chicago Northwest is the destination marketing organization for eight communities in Chicago's northwest suburbs, including Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Itasca, Rolling Meadows, Roselle, Streamwood and Wood Dale. It offers free planning assistance to meeting and event organizers and promotes area hotels, restaurants and attractions to visitors. The organization is based in Schaumburg, Illinois.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Chicago Northwest, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Family Favorite

    Villa Olivia

    $25–$50

    Family ski, tubing and golf destination in Bartlett with a quad chairlift, six rope tows and an 18-hole golf course.

    7.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Santa's Village Azoosment Park

    $25–$50

    A combination amusement park and small zoo in East Dundee dating to 1959, with 19 rides and 200-plus animals.

    9.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    St. Charles, Illinois

    Free

    A historic Fox River town west of Chicago known for its walkable downtown and riverside dining.

    13 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Quirky Fun

    The Pinball Capital

    Under $25

    One of the Midwest's largest pinball arcades, with more than 130 machines near Chicago.

    14 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Aurora, Illinois

    Free

    Fox River city west of Chicago with a historic Paramount Theatre, outlet shopping, and a large waterpark.

    21 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Lake County

    Free

    Illinois county along Lake Michigan with lakefront towns, Great America and Chicago area day trips.

    21 mi awayMore like this