Feed the Ducks! On the Riverwalk!

Naperville's beautiful Riverwalk is teeming with nature. Spectacular ducks of all types swim our waters hoping for a few crumbs to be tossed their way. 
2 requests though:
1) Feed the ducks only whole wheat material or the proper seed -white flour breads are not healthy for them.
2) Please do NOT feed the Geese.  They are bothersome and can bite.

Picnic in Centennial Park, on the Riverwalk.

The kids can play in Riverwalk Park while you enjoy a quiet afternoon in of the most beautiful picnic grounds in Illinois!  Or, leave the kids home and have a lovely, romantic picnic by yourselves.  Get your Brown's Chicken picnic HERE

Visit a Haunted Site!  Naperville is seething with haunted locations!

Click HERE for a list of easy-to-walk-to places located right in downtown Naperville.

Let's go Fishin!  In the River or the Quarry

Our waters are bursting with many types of aquatic life (even large snakes!).  Both the river and the Quarry (Paddleboat Quarry) are great ways to spend a lazy day...
 



Ride the Glass Elevator See downtown Naperville from way way up high!

You can do it in a glass elevator at the VanBuren Street Parking Garage.  Located one block west of Washington Street on VanBuren.

Fedenhagen Park

The park is located on the original location of the Naperville Cock Robin Restaurant!  Now the east branch of the Riverwalk Park, the natural beauty invites you for an afternoon of peaceful easy feelings.  One block south of Chicago Avenue, on Washington.


Great Family Pix on the Riverwalk! 

Don't forget your camera!  Our Riverwalk boasts some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere - from tree-lined pathways to covered bridges!  You'll snap spectacular photos of your kids.  Want a beautiful family shot?  Ask a friendly passer-by to snap a photo of all of you.  You'll treasure it forever. 
Need batteries or film? Check out Wolf Camera on Jefferson next to the Library.

Trolley Tours 

Centennial Beach - Cool off in our award-winning Beach! 

Offering a friendly atmosphere, sand beach, concession stand, sand volleyball area, & playground this is truly one of a kind!  Dedicated in 1931, it is a former stone quarry and now it's the world's largest chlorinated swimming pool! 
Visitors passes available!  Spend the day at the beach!!!    On Jackson Street, west of downtown.

Skateboard Park - The kids will go wild for our spectacular Skateboard Park!

You can relax under a tree along the river while the kids have a ball on their skateboards!  Don't forget to bring a picnic!  Get your Brown's Chicken picnic lunch HERE!

Paddle Boats Rental at the Quarry

Located across from Centennial Beach, the Quarry is open all non-school days, Spring through Fall.  Colorful foot-powered Paddleboats can be rented for a small fee.


Nichol's Library Storytime! 

Take a break from the street and enjoy story time at our award-winning Library. This library has been voted the #1 library IN THE NATION for 7 years in a row!  Don't miss it.
Huge children's department.  Pop and snack machines on lower level.



Royal Tea Party  A party place for the little Princess in your life!

If you're bringing a party of girls to Naperville, you can arrange a treat for them that they'll never forget!   Tell them "Haunted Naperville" sent ya!
35 1/2 W Jefferson      630 717-1191



Cold Stone Creamery - Ice Cream Creations Produced while you watch!

23 W. Jefferson
Naperville Illinois 60540
630-369-5646

Kite Flying on Rotary Hill  - Now that's old-fashioned fun!

Naperville's Rotary Hill is the perfect spot to fly your kite - wide open and grassy.  It's the hill where the Carillon Tower sits, on Aurora street at the Riverwalk.

Anderson Books - Check out this Naperville gem.

Anderson Books has a huge children's department. You can purchase Naperville's first-ever book of true ghostly tales here at Anderson's Books.  The book is called: Naperville, Chicago's Haunted Neighbor.  Anderson's is located at 123 W Jefferson st., next to Lou Malnati's Pizza!

Naperville Riverwalk Park - Miles of natural beauty along the DuPage River's edge!   

City of Naperville's Riverwalk Page
Naperville Nightlife's Riverwalk Page


The Cat in the Hat Statue -  A Naperville Not-to-miss!

Need a New Professional Photograph of the Kids?

You're in luck.   Jill's Photography is located in the heart of downtown Naperville.  She's busy, be sure to make an appointment!  630 355-2229 

The Magic Starlight Theater
320 W. Jackson Avenue
Naperville Illinois 60540
Past performances have included such classics as The Wizard of Oz, Charlie And The Chocolate Factory and Peter Pan. Performances by Magical Starlight are held at Naperville's Central High School (on Aurora Street between Eagle & West) with two productions a year.

The Summerplace Theater at Central High School

On Aurora Street at West St. Naperville's impeccable Community theater since the 1960's! 2009 Season tickets now available. Pick up tickets now!     630 355-7969

Riverwalk Amphitheater & Labyrinth!

Downtown Naperville    At Jackson between Eagle and Webster streets. 
630-848-5000    



Naper School

The oldest school in Naperville!  Originally the Naper Academy was built on this spot back in 1851.  Because of the quality education, students came from other states to attend.  Then in 1929 the current building was built at a cost of $99,000.00.  The school opened with 185 students in attendance. This school still uses the bell from the original Naper Academy.
It's located on Eagle Street, one block north of Jefferson. 

Our town's memorial to the lives lost on 9/11, including one of our own who perished in the Pentagon.  The memorial includes an I-beam from one of the twin towers.  May we never forget.

Naperville Cemetery

Opened in 1856, our cemetery is fascinating to browse.
Read about it's hauntings HERE.    Don't forget to visit the grave of Naperville's superstar cowboy: Otto Klein!  Read about him HERE.  Also interred here is our town's founder: Joseph Naper.


Kernel Fabyan's - Gourmet Popcorn & Cotton Candy

22 E. Chicago Avenue
Naperville Illinois 60540
630-232-7151


The Pre-Emption House Museum - On Aurora Ave at Webster.

A reproduction of the outside of the original Pre-emption House that stood on Main street where Sullivan's steakhouse today stands.  The original Preemption house was a Hotel, Restuarant, Stable, Saloon, and more. Today's "Preemption House" is a museum to Naperville's incredible history.  Don't miss it! 

Washington St
Naperville, Illinois  60540

22 W. Chicago Avenue
Naperville Illinois 60540
630-369-4833
Open till 10pm on Friday & Sat.

The House was built by Naperville Businessman George Martin.  He called it the Century House.  Unfortunately it burned down in 1956.  This stone marks the spot where the home stood.  He later built the large orange Victorian Mansion yu'll be able to see across Aurora Street.

28 W Chicago Ave
Naperville Illinois 60540
Naperville, IL  60540

Serendipity - 2nd hand shop.

All proceeds benefit Little Friends Charities. Find a bargain!
12 W. Jefferson Ave.
Naperville Illinois  60540
Phone: (630) 357-3610

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

 Freshly made gourmet chocolate, caramel apples, & more!
 22 E. Chicago Avenue
Naperville Illinois 60540
Phone: (630) 717-8878

The Dandelion Fountain - on the Riverwalk. 

On Jackson Street and Webster.
This spectacular fountain uses thousands of water jets to replicate a dandelion flower in bloom.  Don't forget to toss a penny in the pool for the granting of a wish!