Location: Arcola
Top Things to do in Arcola
The 8 Best Things to do in Arcola, Illinois (IL)
Arcola is a city in Douglas County, Illinois, United States. The population was 2,916 at the 2010 census. The city was founded in 1855, when the Illinois Central Railroad was built through the county. The railroad itself was responsible for surveying, platting and founding the town.
Restaurants in Arcola
1. Aikman Wildlife Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 92 reviews
Zebras in the midwest??!! YES!! Aikman Wildlife Adventure is a wildlife sanctuary located in Arcola, Illinois. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of life possible to all wildlife in need, while maintaining a family friendly environment through interaction, education, conservation and by creating an experience of a lifetime for all our guests. Come out to enjoy 200+ animals and 75 different species! Drive through our park in your own vehicle to see all of our bigger animals, then take a stroll in our Walk-Thru to visit our small animals, predators, and petting zoo. If you love animals and are ready for an adventure of a lifetime, come out and see for yourself why our place is so unique and special! Hours vary depending on weather, visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
Reviewed By 649angelar - Portsmouth, United States
Our family of four (daughters ages 8 and 10) had an amazing experience taking the Behind the Scenes Adventure. We enjoyed learning more about the story of how this place came to be and of course the animals that live there. My daughters love animals, as do I, yet I am often conflicted about animals living in zoo environments. However, visiting Aikman did not fill me with conflicted feelings. Although this family-run business doesn't label themselves as an animal sanctuary because that word means different things to different people, they take animals that need a new home - because they were previously privately owned pets and/or in need of better living conditions. Their animals are those who could not survive in the wild. All animals are "fixed" before coming to live at Aikman meaning that they don't breed animals. They only take on animals if they can provide them with a better life. We loved getting up close and personal with lots of different species of animals and of course the open air ride on a 4x4 through the drive through. The price may seem high but it's a sum that's easy to give knowing that it's going to the betterment of the lives of so many animals. As Thanksgiving approaches, I'm absolutely thankful for people like the owners of Aikman who dedicate their lives to provide a safe place for animals who can no longer live in the wild.
2. Arcola Public Library
3. Hippie Memorial
4. Prairie Wind Antiques
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Prairie Wind Antiques is the perfect place to find antiques, oddities, primitives and collectibles. Eric is a third generation picker and has been collecting antiques for 45 years. After many years of setting up at festivals and flea markets we jumped at the chance to have a permanent shop in downtown Arcola.
5. Green Mill Village Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
