Relaxation looks a little different to everyone, but we can all agree that it involves a bit of TLC from time to time. These seven summer attractions are certain to not only help with giving you some peace and tranquility but also with getting you outside and into nature. Check ’em out:
- Linmar Gardens
Google/Ivan Aguilar This little-known garden hides in the charming downtown neighborhood of the state’s premier resort town. It features a sunken garden, massive waterfall, gazebo, and a plethora of plant life. Click here for more details about it from previous Only In Your State coverage.
Address: 504 South Prospect Street, Galena, IL, 61036
- Cantigny Park
Facebook/Cantigny Park This 500-acre park features more than just 29 acres of gardens for relaxing. There are all sorts of summer attractions to enjoy here. Shopping, restaurants, and golf make this a place for everyone to explore their hobbies. Learn more about it here.
Address: 1 South 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, 60189
- Anderson Japanese Gardens
Facebook/Anderson Japanese Gardens Visitors enjoy meditation, yoga, and all sorts of other practices. A peaceful stroll is the most popular activity so you can see the waterfalls, zen gardens, bridges, statues, and many other structures. Get more details about this amazing little sanctuary here.
Address: 318 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, IL, 61107
- Horseshoe Mound Preserve
Flickr/Ron Cogswell This secluded countryside paradise is situated atop a river bluff that overlooks the Galena River Valley. There is a stone structure here known as Council Ring that is designed to align with the sun during the solstices. Learn more about this wonderful yet little-known place here.
Address: 1679 North Blackjack Road, Galena, IL, 61036
- The Morton Arboretum
Facebook/The Morton Arboretum Spanning 1,700 acres, this beautiful place is big enough that you’re guaranteed a place of peace and quiet. There are more than 4,000 different plant species here to admire as you enjoy your relaxation. Click here for more details.
Address: 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL, 60532
- Sue and Wes Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
Google/Roger Look Featuring a 30-foot observation tower that lets you see for miles, this 3,000-acre wetland park is one of the most peaceful summer attractions in northern Illinois. Those who know about it can’t resist a visit when the weather is nice. Get more details about it here.
Address: 780 East Road, Hennepin, IL, 61327
- Allerton Park
Facebook/Allerton Park and Retreat Center Consisting of 1,500 acres of woodlands and prairies, this incredible garden is fit for a queen. It features statues, flowers, meadows, gates, and much more. Get more details about it here.
Address: 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, 61856
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Google/Ivan Aguilar
This little-known garden hides in the charming downtown neighborhood of the state’s premier resort town. It features a sunken garden, massive waterfall, gazebo, and a plethora of plant life. Click here for more details about it from previous Only In Your State coverage.
Address: 504 South Prospect Street, Galena, IL, 61036
Facebook/Cantigny Park
This 500-acre park features more than just 29 acres of gardens for relaxing. There are all sorts of summer attractions to enjoy here. Shopping, restaurants, and golf make this a place for everyone to explore their hobbies. Learn more about it here.
Address: 1 South 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, 60189
Facebook/Anderson Japanese Gardens
Visitors enjoy meditation, yoga, and all sorts of other practices. A peaceful stroll is the most popular activity so you can see the waterfalls, zen gardens, bridges, statues, and many other structures. Get more details about this amazing little sanctuary here.
Address: 318 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, IL, 61107
Flickr/Ron Cogswell
This secluded countryside paradise is situated atop a river bluff that overlooks the Galena River Valley. There is a stone structure here known as Council Ring that is designed to align with the sun during the solstices. Learn more about this wonderful yet little-known place here.
Address: 1679 North Blackjack Road, Galena, IL, 61036
Facebook/The Morton Arboretum
Spanning 1,700 acres, this beautiful place is big enough that you’re guaranteed a place of peace and quiet. There are more than 4,000 different plant species here to admire as you enjoy your relaxation. Click here for more details.
Address: 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL, 60532
Google/Roger Look
Featuring a 30-foot observation tower that lets you see for miles, this 3,000-acre wetland park is one of the most peaceful summer attractions in northern Illinois. Those who know about it can’t resist a visit when the weather is nice. Get more details about it here.
Address: 780 East Road, Hennepin, IL, 61327
Facebook/Allerton Park and Retreat Center
Consisting of 1,500 acres of woodlands and prairies, this incredible garden is fit for a queen. It features statues, flowers, meadows, gates, and much more. Get more details about it here.
Address: 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, 61856
Where else in Illinois can you find peace and relaxation? Share your favorite summer attractions in the comments below.
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