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Tourist Attractions in Illinois
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Navy Pier
Reconstructed in 1995 at a cost of $200 million, the new Navy
Pier boasts more than 50 acres of parks, gardens, shops,
restaurants, and attractions. this year-round entertainment &
recreation facility on Chicago's lakefront offers the Chicago
Children's Museum, the Imax Theater, and a 32,000 sq.foot indoor
botanical garden. Navy Pier also showcases the 1,500 seat
outdoor Skyline Stage Pavilion, a four masted schooner, a ferris
wheel, and a musical carousel. For information call:
(312)595-5100
Six Flags Great America
Six Flags Great America is 300 acres of thrilling rides,
spectacular shows and exciting attractions for the entire family
new for 1997 the giant drop. Experience the tallest and newest
thrill ride in the midwest. Ride up the 227 foot Freefall Tower
and plunge back to earth at speeds of 62 mph. GIANT Drop is the
newest addition to Southwest Territory, the 11-aCRE region added
in 1996. Southwest Territory is home to the exciting Warner
Bros. Western Stunt Show, four family rides and Viper- the
untamed wooden roller coaster. For information call:
(847)249-4636
Scovill Zoo And Park Complex
A 12-acre Zoo that offers over 500 species of animals. The ZO &
O Express train ride, a large petting zoo with six different
barns and festivals including special events through-out the
year. Also located at the park: Oriental Gardens, Project
Playground, and Mueller Museum. For information call: :
(217)421-7435
Paddlewheel River Boat Excursions
Cruise the scenic Fox River May to October on the Fox River
Queen or St. Charles Belle. Afternoon trips are four miles, no
reservations necessary. Adults $5, Children $3.50. Private group
charters available, including lunch or dinner cruises. For
information call: (630)584-2334
A Murder on the Train
Cocktail party, complete table side dinner, cash bar and murder
mystery train ride. also "Murder in the Mansion" is also
available. For information call: (773) 604-4200
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