Summer’s guidebook for Wilmette
Attractions
Unique places to see around Wilmette
The Baha'i House of Worship for the North American Continent, located in Wilmette, IL, is one of only eight continental Baha'i Temples in the world. It is the oldest of the Baha'i Temples and is open to people of all races, cultures, nationalities and religions.
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Bahai House of Worship Welcome Center
112 Linden AveThe Baha'i House of Worship for the North American Continent, located in Wilmette, IL, is one of only eight continental Baha'i Temples in the world. It is the oldest of the Baha'i Temples and is open to people of all races, cultures, nationalities and religions.
Gillson Park
A short drive to Wilmette lake front
15 mins drive to beautiful Chicago Botanic garden. Free admission only pay parking. Website: www.chicagobotanic.org
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Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Rd15 mins drive to beautiful Chicago Botanic garden. Free admission only pay parking. Website: www.chicagobotanic.org
Downtown Chicago
16 miles away to downtown Chicago. 20 mins Metra train ride.
15 mins drive to Ravinia world class music venue. Summer hang out place with family and friends.
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Ravinia
15 mins drive to Ravinia world class music venue. Summer hang out place with family and friends.
15 min to Northwestern Segal Visitor Center - where campus visitor presentation takes place
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Northwestern University
633 Clark St15 min to Northwestern Segal Visitor Center - where campus visitor presentation takes place
Amuse the kids with educational fun. A plethora of interactive and energy-consuming exhibits, including a home that can be reconstructed and rearranged and supermarkets and subway cars will delight their imaginations. The Great Kohl Sailing Ship is a stage for imaginary play. They can use nets to catch schools of colorful fake fish or test parents' eardrums by ringing the ship's bell. The Grandma's Attic exhibit is stocked with tons of old clothes. Children can dress up in gowns, suits and shoes to act out imaginary scenes from their parents' and grandparents' lives. Old-fashioned radio is piped in throughout their stay.less
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Kohl Barnaferðamennska
2100 Patriot BlvdAmuse the kids with educational fun. A plethora of interactive and energy-consuming exhibits, including a home that can be reconstructed and rearranged and supermarkets and subway cars will delight their imaginations. The Great Kohl Sailing Ship is a stage for imaginary play. They can use nets to catch schools of colorful fake fish or test parents' eardrums by ringing the ship's bell. The Grandma's Attic exhibit is stocked with tons of old clothes. Children can dress up in gowns, suits and shoes to act out imaginary scenes from their parents' and grandparents' lives. Old-fashioned radio is piped in throughout their stay.less
Food scene
Popular local Pancake house. Long lines during weekend.
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Walker Bros. Original Pancake House
153 Green Bay RdPopular local Pancake house. Long lines during weekend.
Chicago famous deep-dish pizza - a must try
1850 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201-3795
Website
+1 847-328-5400
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StChicago famous deep-dish pizza - a must try
1850 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201-3795
Website
+1 847-328-5400
Convito Cafe & Market
1515 Sheridan Road1515 Sheridan Rd Ste 24, Wilmette, IL 60091-1822
+1 847-251-3654
Shopping
Several upscale shopping malls near Wilmette
Westfield Old Orchard is Chicago's premier shopping destination located in the prestigious North Shore neighborhood. The center is a personified destination that delivers a unique experience combining fashion, food, and entertainment.
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Westfield Old Orchard
4905 Old Orchard Shopping CenterWestfield Old Orchard is Chicago's premier shopping destination located in the prestigious North Shore neighborhood. The center is a personified destination that delivers a unique experience combining fashion, food, and entertainment.
The Glen is a breath of fresh air in the northwest suburbs. It's feels like you're on vacation in another state with the boutique-esq stores shops, local entertainment and dining variety all in one spot
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The Glen Town Center
2030 Tower DrThe Glen is a breath of fresh air in the northwest suburbs. It's feels like you're on vacation in another state with the boutique-esq stores shops, local entertainment and dining variety all in one spot
Enjoy easy access off I-94 and I-294 to Northbrook Court, the ultimate destination for premier shopping in Chicago's North Shore area. If you're looking for luxury, you'll find it here in one of more than 90 specialty stores featuring the most sought-after brands on the market
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Northbrook Court
1515 Lake Cook RdEnjoy easy access off I-94 and I-294 to Northbrook Court, the ultimate destination for premier shopping in Chicago's North Shore area. If you're looking for luxury, you'll find it here in one of more than 90 specialty stores featuring the most sought-after brands on the market
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Take public transportation to downtown Chicago
Take Metra train at downtown Wilmette, free parking weekday after 10am and all days weekends. Otherwise $2 for weekday before 10am. www.metrarail.com
Take CTA El train at Linden station. https://www.transitchicago.com/station/lind/