Skokie - Illinois - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Skokie, Illinois, is one of the most diverse cities in the state. Even though it has a population of over 65,000 people, it is still called the Village of Skokie and a small town atmosphere pervades everything here. With a rich cultural history, there is plenty here for the history lover on vacation to explore. Although the first settlers were from Germany, there are people living here from all over the world.

There are four star hotels for your accommodations and restaurants with food from all over the world. The shopping here is truly divine with the 1.8 million square foot outdoor mall at Westfield Shoppingtown Old Orchard. Here you will find major department stores and brand name specialty stores. Amidst the stores there are bargains to be found and the avid shopper will surely find them.

The Farmers Market in Skokie is famous and the setting on the Village Green is spectacular in its beauty. Here you will find farmers and vendors from all over the mid-Western states. The many booths will provide you will treasures you can bring home to remind you of your visit.

The North Shore Center for Performing Arts in Skokie brings the best of New York entertainment to the mid-West. This state of the art center is home to Centre East, the Northlight Theater and the Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra. Sculpture Park is located just outside of Chicago and is a great place for taking a quiet stroll, a hike or a jog. Take a self-guided tour among all the pieces of sculpture and learn the significance of each one. There are 43 parks in the city and each one of them is worthy of a visit.

The exhibits and activities at the Exploratorium Indoor Children's Playground for Art will keep the children and parents amused for hours. You will probably have so much fun, you won't want to leave. The indoor skating rink is sure to be a hit and for the avid golfer Weber park Golf Course is waiting. There is so much to see and do that you will have to make plans to return.