Elk Grove Village - Illinois - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels
Elk Grove Village is located in the state of Illinois, and is close to Aurora, Chicago, Springfield, Rockford and Peoria. You will find some beautiful areas in which to relax when visiting this city. Some of the parks in the area include High Ridge Knolls Park, Einstein Park, Frost Park, Debra Park and Ned Brown Preserve. So, if you enjoy nature and beauty, you will find plenty of places in which to spend some time.
Elk Grove is considered one of the top one hundred places to live in the United States and has been named as one of the best fifty places to raise a family by the Chicago Magazine. Farmlands and parks co-exist with an industrial center in a blend not seen in most other cities. Often called 'Chicago's City in the Suburbs', this area has some of the world's best shopping. The larger variety of shopping centers, antique stores and small boutiques will make this vacation the shopping trip of a lifetime.
The Brookfield Zoo has over three thousand animals, so it would be very easy to spend a full day here. For outdoor fun, the Itasca Caribbean Theme Water Park is an outdoor water park with activities for all ages. Pirate's Cove Theme Park and Rainbow Falls are also great places for family fun.
Take a tour of the wineries and taste the delicious wines produced here. Take in the entertainment at the Metropolitan Performing Arts Center for a night out. There is also a wide array of sports bars and clubs, where you can meet new friends or have an evening of dancing. The sport lover will delight in the horse racing and car racing events and can take in a baseball game when the local team is in town.
There is a large number of museums and historic sites that are must-sees on any vacation list. The Arlington Heights Historic Museum is a large complex with a replica log cabin, a soda pop factory from 1906, and many historical artifacts including games and toys. The Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament provides you with the opportunity to go back in time while you enjoy an exquisite four course meal. However, you don't have to dine in luxury all the time because there are many restaurants to choose from. Stop for a light snack, just a coffee, or a casual evening meal. The choice in cuisine is just as extensive as the number of places to eat.
Accommodations are also readily available in this city. Choose from economy hotels or hotels with luxurious amenities included. The only limit is your budget and your taste.