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Gurnee Illinois for Family Getaway Near ChicagoSix Flags, Outlet Shopping and New Waterpark in Lake County
Gurnee is located between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The strategic location, Six Flags, outlet shopping and KeyLime Cove Waterpark make a great getaway.
Gurnee is in northern Illinois, about 35 miles north of Chicago. The city, which is just a few miles south of the Wisconsin border is a convenient getaway for families from the Chicago area. Six Flags Great America theme park is a family oriented amusement park that provides hours of entertainment. Gurnee Mills Mall is a outlet shopping mall with shops and entertainment for the family. Key Lime Cove is an exciting new water park across the highway from Six Flags. Six Flags Great AmericaThis amusement park features thrill rides and colorful attractions for family. New in 2008 is the Dark Knight, a ride that plunges riders into the dark for a thrilling adventure. Six Flags in Gurnee is open from spring until fall, closing for the winter months. The final weekend for the season is Fright Fest, the scary Halloween weekend adventure. Six Flags is on the southeast intersection of _I-94 and Grand Avenue. The Dark Knight New Ride at Six Flags Gurnee, IL Gurnee Mills Shopping MallThis mall offers outlet shopping, food courts, movie theaters to keep the entire family busy for the day. According to the Mills website, Gurnee Mills, with over 200 stores, attracts 23 million shoppers every year.Wear comfortable shoes, because there is a lot of walking. Gurnee Mills is located at the intersection of Interstate 94 and Route 132 (Grand Avenue) on the northwest side. Gurnee Mills is strategically positioned midway between the major markets of Chicago and Milwaukee. KeyLime Cove Hotel and WaterparkKey Lime Cove is a tropical style water park, that opened in 2008. Called a water resort paradise, the cove is inspired by warm tropical breezes and a laid back island lifestyle. This family resort provides a great leisure environment year around. Waterpark features a Tsunami Washout Wave Pool, giant body slides, giant tube slides, Toukie's Tower, Hurricane's Vortex, KeyLime Creek Lazy River, KeyLime Grotto whirlpool spa, Lil'Limers Play Pond kiddie pool and an activity pool. Paradise spa is a tropical spa experience offering facials, massages and body treatments.Restaurants are on the premises. KeyLime Cove is a tropical adventure within an hour from the City of Chicago. This waterpark is on the northeast intersection of I-94 and Grand Avenue, right across the highway from Six Flags. 1-877-360-0403. Gurnee HotelsCountry Inn and Suites by Carlson. Country Inn is a pet friendly hotel with an indoor swimming pool and wi-fi. Features include business center, free high speed wireless Internet and complimentary breakfast. 5420 Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031. 1-847-625-9700. Hawthorne Suites Golf Resort is in Wadsworth, which neighbors Gurnee. Amenities include indoor swimming pool, hot tub exercise room, tennis courts, driving range, 18 hole golf course, restaurant, hot breakfast buffet, high speed Internet and cable with HBO. 4601 York House Road, Wadsworth, IL 1-847-596-8936. Additional hotels in Gurnee include: Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Extended Stay America, Fairfield Inn by Marriott and Hampton Inn Chicago Gurnee. Information is subject to change. Contact hotels for additional information. Tempel Lipizzan Horses Perform Majestic Dressage
The copyright of the article Gurnee Illinois for Family Getaway Near Chicago in Illinois Travel is owned by Christine Nyholm. Permission to republish Gurnee Illinois for Family Getaway Near Chicago in print or online must be granted by the author in writing.
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