What to do in Des Plaines, IL

Activities, attractions and tours

Des Plaines
Photo by Erik Rowley
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Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley

Des Plaines Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Des Plaines has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Des Plaines, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Des Plaines with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Des Plaines

Des Plaines is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Des Plaines, and make it a breeze to explore Des Plaines and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Des Plaines to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Des Plaines, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Des Plaines.

Des Plaines attractions

Des Plaines has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Des Plaines to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Des Plaines.

Looking for things to do in Des Plaines can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Des Plaines or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Des Plaines attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Des Plaines


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Oakton

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Oakton. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Lake Park and Allstate Arena are a few top places to visit.

Oakton
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Norma

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Norma. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Lake Park and Allstate Arena are a few top places to visit.

Norma

 

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