10 Wonderful Reasons To Visit Naperville

The Riverwalk goes right through the center of town along the DuPage River and is the most beautiful way to connect to nature in Naperville. It runs for nearly two miles and features paved paths, fountains, bridges, artwork, parks and cafes along the route.

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Get your culture fix in town at one of Naperville’s art galleries. The Sundance Gallery displays and sells authentic Native American Jewelry. Arterie Fine Arts rotates monthly exhibits, offers art lessons to all ages and sells handmade artistic goods. Also check out the Naperville Art League and the DuPage Children’s Museum for tons of family friendly fun.

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Naper Settlement is a living 19th-century history museum spread across 12 acres in Naperville that includes 30 historic buildings. Come tour the village all year round, participate in their events and learn a little something about the area’s history.

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Live music abounds in Naperville all year round. Check out the Naperville Municipal Band that plays free summer shows at Central Park and several winter concerts. The Wentz Concert Hall at North Central College pretty much covers everything else; they are the home to the DuPage Symphony Orchestra and also host a variety of performers. Try Pfeiffer Hall for smaller, more intimate concerts.

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In the summertime there’s no better way to spend an afternoon than cooling off at Centennial Beach, a Naperville fixture for 85 years that brings the authenticity of a coastline to the suburbs. Swim in the water (up to 15 feet deep) or play with the little ones in the sand.

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Commissioned in 2000 for the millennium, this open-air, 160-foot tower is open to the public in Riverwalk Park. Take a tour and climb the 253 steps to enjoy its panoramic views or just listen to the carillon’s 72 beautiful ringing bells.

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Don’t worry about what to eat – Naperville has it all. Step away from the fast food chains and check out their diverse array of cuisine, with Potter’s Place for Mexican, Bangkok Village for Thai and Heaven on Seven for Cajun.

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Center Stage Theater has all your community theatre cravings covered, with a schedule hosting musicals, plays, live bands, dance troupes, recitals, comedy/improv shows, parties, weddings and more. The Summer Place Theatre also rounds out Naperville’s theatre scene in the summertime with shows at Naperville Central High School.

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The center of downtown around Jefferson and Chicago Avenues is your nightlife destination. Check out Features for the local college hangout and Frankie’s Blue Room just upstairs for the best live music in Naperville. Visit Two-Nine to feel upscale and sophisticated like you’re anywhere but the suburbs. Also dip into Jackson Ave Pub and Quigley’s Irish Pub for some good, clean neighborhood fun.

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The Main Street Promenade is a shopper’s perfect paradise. Naperville has every major national chain represented, but the town’s charm comes through in their one-of-a-kind brick and mortar boutiques. Support small businesses like Little Luxuries, Anderson’s Bookshop, Naperville Running Company and Dean’s Fine Clothing.

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