Top 10 Things to do in Carol Stream, United States

September 11, 2017 Alice Mieles

Carol Stream is a village in DuPage County, Illinois, United States. Incorporated on January 5, 1959, and named after the developer's daughter, Carol Stream had a population of 39,711 as of the 2010 U.S. census. In 2011 CNN's Money Magazine ranked Carol Stream 49th on its list of 100 best places to live in the United States.
Restaurants in Carol Stream

1. Morton Arboretum

4100 Lincoln Ave, Lisle, IL 60532-1293 +1 630-968-0074
Excellent
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4.5 based on 774 reviews

Morton Arboretum

Only 25 miles west of Chicago, there's something for everyone in all four seasons at The Morton Arboretum. Whether you seek a quiet hike in the woods or an active family day out, The Morton Arboretum offers a wide variety of fun activities, events, tours, and classes for all ages and interests. Here you'll find an oasis of 16 miles of hiking trails and nine miles of paved roads, perfect for hiking, running, biking or just exploring. From a guided tour on an open-air tram to the award-winning Children's Garden and Maze Garden, to seasonal exhibits and lunch in The Ginkgo Restaurant overlooking Meadow Lake, the Arboretum is a unique place to explore, discover, escape, and connect with trees and nature.

Reviewed By Todd C - Crystal Lake, Illinois

We've been here during the summer and now the winter (for the Winter Illumination). Both times we've loved it. I was taken back by the cost to walk through a small part of the arboretum during the winter but after doing it, it was well worth the cost. The lights are beautiful. We went as a group and the adults and kids enjoyed it (even though it was close to 0 degrees). There are warming stations and fire pits along the way so you can warm up with a drink (adult drinks too) or by the fire.

2. First Division Museum at Cantigny

1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60187-6097 +1 630-668-5185
Excellent
86%
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5 based on 198 reviews

First Division Museum at Cantigny

Museum with interactive exhibits on the trenches of WWI, the beaches of WWII and the rice paddies of Vietnam.

Reviewed By william f

This museum is located on the grounds of Cantigny Park the summer home of Robert McCormick who served with the First Division in WW I.
Outside the museum are several tanks from WW I to present.
A self guided tour takes you from the trenches of WW I to the rice paddies of Vietnam.
We spent too much time and were not able to visit the second half of the museum showing the present and future of the first division.

3. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

4N739 State Highway 59, Bartlett, IL 60103 +1 630-213-2277
Excellent
85%
Good
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

Reviewed By Taylor B - Chicago, Illinois

I've never been to the Taj Mahal in India. I have been to the B'ai Temple in Wilmette. But I've never seen anything like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir off Highway 59 in northwest suburban Bartlett. Opened in 1953, it is a traditional Hindu place of worship built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. It is a religious sect headed by Pramukh Swami Maharaj. The magnificent complex is built of hand carved Italian marble and Turkish limestone. The Mandir is the largest of its kind in Illinois and was constructed according to guidelines outlined in ancient Hindu texts of temple architecture. The complex covers over 27 acres and, in addition to the Mandir, includes a Haveli and a small bookstore. The Haveli is a cultural center in which weekly congregations are held. The Mandir is open daily for worship and to visitors. Extraordinary steps were taken to construct the Mandir. The limestone and marble stones were quarried in Turkey and Italy and shipped to India, where they were hewn and carved by 2,000 craftsmen. In total, 70,000 cubic feet of stone was chiseled and shaped with intricate patterns and designs. Once the stones were sculpted, they were shipped to Chicago and fitted together like a jigsaw puzzle. The Mandir occupies 22,000 square feet and is 78 feet high, 112 feet wide and 215 feet long. It is topped by 16 domes and has 151 pillars, 117 arches, five pinnacles and four balconies and took over 16 months to complete. It is a beautiful, peaceful place, regardless of your religious and cultural background, well worth visiting.

4. Lynfred Winery

15 S Roselle Rd, Roselle, IL 60172-2043 +1 630-529-9463
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 111 reviews

Lynfred Winery

Reviewed By CharlieV2011 - Chicago, Illinois

I absolutely love this quaint winery and the wine selection, especially the fruit wine. The winery in Roselle is small and quaint and offers wine tasting at a great price. The fruit wines are the best, especially the blueberry and strawberry. As of recently, their wines are sold at a department store in Chicago, and I couldn’t be happier. Great wines, nice history, and great gifts available!

5. Rockin' Jump

485 Mission St, Carol Stream, IL 60188-9431 +1 630-752-1400
Excellent
43%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4 based on 24 reviews

Rockin' Jump

Rockin' Jump - the Ultimate Trampoline Park brings the FUN! We have 2 locations in Carol Stream and Buffalo Grove. Bring your kiddos to Rockin' Jump where they can bounce, leap, tumble or jump into a huge foam pit. Our staff abides to our "Safe - Clean - Fun" motto - so that all of our guests have a wonderful experience. Rockin' Jump is an experience that is fun for people of all ages, friends and families alike. We will see you soon!

Reviewed By DennisJan - Buffalo Grove

We hosted our grandson's 8th birthday party here. Everyone was friendly, and our helpers were terrific. We think our hosts were Abbie & Jake. The kids had a great time, and the pizza was deliious, too. The place was very clean, and the children were always supervised. What a great way to celebrate! Our party was a huge success!

6. Marcus Addison Cinema

1555 W Lake St, Addison, IL 60101-1888 +1 630-932-0864
Excellent
64%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 84 reviews

Marcus Addison Cinema

Reviewed By dianascram - Lombard, Illinois

Another theater gone to assigned seating. By the time we got there, half an hour before the show time, all the seats in the back were taken. They have gone the way of food and drink with recliner seats and tables...no thanks. We will be sticking with 7 bridges in Lisle.

7. Lilacia Park

150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148
Excellent
74%
Good
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Lilacia Park

Reviewed By caddy1071

Lilacs and Lombard have been going together for many, many years. Colonel William R. Plum had his Lilac garden and bequeathed it to Lombard after his passing in 1927. Check out the various events that are scheduled at this hometown favorite.

8. Kline Creek Farm

1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL 60185 +1 630-933-7200
Excellent
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Kline Creek Farm

Reviewed By Michelle N - Oak Lawn, Illinois

We went to Kline Creek Farm for their Country Fair day over the Labor Day holiday. We had a great time touring the grounds and participating in the "Fair" activities. This is a beautiful place to take family pictures too. Wonderful to support a historical gem and show your children a by gone era.

9. Picture Show

324 W Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108-2680 +1 630-529-7472
Excellent
63%
Good
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Picture Show

Reviewed By Steve B - Carol Stream

Been to this theater several times. They do NOT show "first run" movies. The seats are powered recliners in all theaters. It's decently clean. The screens are as large as in any average cineplex. Sound quality is ok.
If you want to see a picture on the big screen instead of your TV at a reasonable price, this is the place.

10. Vertical Endeavors

246 Windy Point Dr, Glendale Heights, IL 60139-3805 +1 630-784-9000
Excellent
91%
Good
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5 based on 11 reviews

Vertical Endeavors

Reviewed By Liz G - Chicago, Illinois

We came here for a team building and wellness event for work. We had a side room with tables where we could bring snacks and put our coats and other items. The place is really huge! They have lots of different levels of climbing walls, which was great since we had people with different abilities. I had been indoor rock climbing before, but this was the first time I had gone where there was an auto belay system. It was a little terrifying the first time you used it, but it was very cool. I was surprised how much independence they gave our group. It was a great work out, we were there for two hours and I wouldn't have gone any longer than that. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I want to go back and try a few more of the walls that I didn't get to do!!

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