Area Attractions

No matter what the season, St. Charles offers a glorious potpourri of sports and leisure attractions for everyone. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and swimming at Pottawatomie Park as well as paddling a canoe or kayak down the Fox River. Bike, hike or cross country ski along the Fox River Trail. Or take in the splendor of the river on a Paddlewheel Riverboat Cruise. Prairie Landings Golf Course is an exceptional links style course and there are many additional public courses in the area.

Those who want to relax can bring the whole family to a Class A baseball game with the Kane County Cougars. Reminisce at the historic Arcada Theater where a 1926 Vaudeville theater comes to life with concerts, films and special events. Visit the Durant House Museum, an authentically restored and furnished 1843 prairie farm house with costumed interpreters who demonstrate mid-19th century farm life. Or your hand at the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin or Hollywood Casino in Aurora.

Looking for a bargain or two? Stop by the Kane County Flea Market, located at the Kane County Fair Grounds. Shop ‘till you drop at Charlestown Mall or take in a movie at the 18 screen cinema with stadium seating. Additional shopping is located in down town St. Charles and Geneva with its historic downtown housing many unique boutiques. Geneva Commons, filled with restaurants and stores is just a short drive away. For the bargain hunters, Chicago Premium Outlets is in nearby Aurora. For the best in entertainment, enjoy an intimate theater experience at The Steel Beam Theater, located directly across the street form the Hotel Baker.  The Norris Cultural Center, Theater and Art Gallery is a 1,000 seat live theater providing family entertainment for more than 20 years.

Our friendly knowledgeable staff is at your service, ready to arrange equipment rentals, transportation or reservations. Just as we will do everything to make your stay more memorable.

www.charlestownmall.com

www.stcparks.org

www.shopgenevacommons.com

www.premiumoutlets.com