Location: Marengo
Top Things to do in Marengo
What to do and see in Marengo, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Marengo in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Specialty Museums. Discover best things to do in Marengo with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Illinois Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
The Illinois Railway Museum is the largest museum of its kind in America. Ride historic trains on the museum's five-mile demonstration railroad. See giant steam locomotives, powerful diesels and elegant electric cars on display and in operation. Enjoy educational displays, a train-themed playground for children, and immersive exhibits. Bring a picnic or dine at the Central Avenue Diner. The museum's collection includes such highlights as the "Nebraska Zephyr" streamliner, featured in the movie "A League of Their Own;" the 1941 "Electroliner" train which helped inspire Japan's famous Bullet trains; the last surviving "Green Hornet" streetcar from Chicago; and a 1918 steam locomotive originally built for export to Imperial Russia.
Reviewed By Sonia L - Union, Illinois
My husband and I spent an afternoon here. Lots of nostalgia. Liked the trains you could go through better than the ones you could only view from the outside, but still interesting. Good photo ops for families so bring your phone/camera.
2. Woodstock Opera House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By Calmac3 - Crystal Lake, Illinois
The Woodstock Opera House is a beautiful venue--an intimate theater that brings northwest Illinois a multitude of speakers, comedy, singers, dance companies, youth groups, traveling shows and community theater shows. There are two resident community theater groups (WMTC and TSP) and one resident dance company (Judith Svlander) that present quality seasons of shows. The box office may be a little unreliable at times, but staff are always friendly and helpful and the ushers even seem to enjoy being at shows. Balcony seats may be a little tight physically--leg room in that first row-- and views may be restricted at the sides, but prices reflect that. There are discounts for seniors, Students, and groups. Free Parking is available on the street, all along the Square, and there's a small free back lot as well. Stage Left Cafe is attached (enter behind the box office) and serves drinks and small snacks as well as hosts small events. There's a large community reception room that usually presents local art (although December featured the beautiful Christmas tree walk) and the women's bathroom has a gorgeous setee and antique mirror on the main floor and a modern one outside the auditorium. There is an elevator to the main floor but none available to the balcony-just steep stairs. A great entertainment destination not to be missed!
3. Donley's Wild West Town
Overall Ratings
4 based on 97 reviews
Open May-October Wild West Themed Amusement Park, Museum and so much more! All rides and attractions are included in one admission price. Moms, Dads and Grandparents are sure to have fun too! Experience a day of fun as you pan for gold pyrite at the Sweet Phyllis Mine, shooting slingshots at Huck Finn's, and watching a live action Wild West Show. The attached museum is full of artifacts from the Old West, inventions and technology from the great period of the late 1800s. A day at Donley's Wild West Town will create memories that will last a lifetime. We look forward to your visit and can't wait to show you the town.
Reviewed By Legalgrl09
We really enjoyed our trip to this place. For June It was a beautiful cool day and it was busy but not packed. My 6yr old loved everything including getting thrown in jail and then getting deputized by the Marshall. My 12yr old had a good time as well even without being able to do some of the things. The Wild West Show is well done and had us all laughing and my kids thought it was cool the actors would stand and meet the kids after. Overall it is a fun time!! We had a Groupon which saved considerably with the price otherwise it's a little pricey but once in you don't have to pay for anything unless you want food or souvenirs.
4. All Seasons Orchard
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 44 reviews
All Seasons Orchard is an apple orchard and pumpkin patch with over 30 fun family activities including a 10 acre corn maze, petting zoo and mini zip line park. We also have a restaurant, bakery, cider mill and Farm Market. We are open daily in September and October.
Reviewed By Rachel O
I've been here twice- first time a couple of years ago. It seems that the pricing has gone up a bit for the picking and the activities- expect to spend $$. The apple picking was fun and allowed for a lot of independence. Beware- the early apple season months involve a lot of bees! The bakery had some yummy stuff too!
5. Pleasant Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By sos78 - Marengo, Illinois
Pleasant Valley is an awesome place to walk/hike. Never crowded, plenty of trails and well maintained by the McHenry County Conservation District. My only complaint is the amount of dog poop on the trails. If you're going to take your dog...pick up after it. Don't be a moron!
