Road trip from Akron to Peoria

For shopping near Cleveland, the SouthPark Mall is a favored destination. The mall hosts Dillard's and Macy's department stores, over 175 restaurants and shops and a Cinemark movie theater in Strongsville, OH. Find the shopping center at Royalton and Howe, just west of I-71.

Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.

Great Northern Mall near Cleveland hosts shopping, Macy's and JCPenney department stores, Dick's Sporting Goods store, and over 120 more shops and restaurants. The mall is twelve miles southwest of Cleveland on I-480. Find convenient family parking near the H&M and Dillard's mall entrances.

Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor

Explore the history of Michigan City and its relationship to Lake Michigan. Learn about lighthouses and their keepers, the harbor, shipwrecks and Indiana's lakeshore.

In accordance with CDC recommendations, the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust requests that both vaccinated and unvaccinated persons wear a face mask indoors at all Trust sites. (8/3/21) The Frederick C. Robie House on the University of Chicago campus is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture. This Prairie style masterpiece is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the 20th Century Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright List. Discover the residence Wright described as “a cornerstone of modern architecture” on guided tours that take in both the exterior and interior of the building. Inspired by the expansive landscape of the Midwest prairie, Wright’s Robie House is the most famous of the architect’s groundbreaking Prairie houses. Public tours are available Thursday - Monday. The museum is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Visit flwright.org to learn more.

The Children's Museum in Oak Lawn's mission is to positively impact a child's potential in life through play-based education. Every program and every exhibit at the Children's Museum is created with the Common Core standards (formerly the Illinois Learning Standards) at their core. These are the same standards that the Illinois Board of Education requires local school districts to use.

We’re Odyssey Fun World and we've been a premier children's amusement center in Tinley Park, IL, since 1994. Our business offers a wide variety of activities like a zip line, arcade, game floor, and batting cages. We look forward to providing consumers in the Matteson, Frankfort, and Crestwood area with a fun-filled environment. Stop by Odyssey Fun World for a guaranteed day of excitement. **The last day for our outdoor park will be September 17th 2023.

There’s something fun for everyone at Accelerate/Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events’ massive 80,000 sq ft air conditioned facility! It starts w/ F1-inspired electric go karts that can reach speeds up to 50 mph. Whether you're a first-timer or experienced pro, our team will help you find your line to find your fast and find your fun. Release your inner warrior w/ the cutting-edge craze that’s taking over the USA:, Axe Throwing. Our friendly Axe Coaches will make sure you experience the pure joy and adrenaline rush of hitting bullseyes, just make sure you get it on camera! Next up is Omni Arena, one of the most immersive multiplayer VR experiences anywhere. Shoot and run from zombies, monsters, and gunslingers and explore enchanting virtual worlds. Don't go home empty handed so don't miss our huge video game arcade and our massive prize room. If all of this fun makes you hungry we’ve got you covered at Victory BBQ Social, w/ it's award winning Kansas City BBQ menu and full bar.

Escapology Orland Park is the area's leading escape room serving the southwest suburbs. We offer a variety of escape room scenarios for private events, birthday parties, team building, family entertainment and much more. We can accommodate up to 8 people per room and also have gift cards available! For more information, contact Escapology Orland Park.

The newly renovated Orland Square Mall® is conveniently located in the south suburbs of Chicago and is an upscale shopping destination serving the affluent communities of Orland Park, Tinley Park, Homer Glen, Mokena, and Frankfort. This indoor climate controlled mall boasts three major department stores, food court, children's play area, and a variety of specialty shops ranging from jewelry to women's fashions to workout gear. Among the 150 shops at Orland Square Mall®, we feature great retailers including Apple, Akira, Alex and Ani, Pandora, Coach, Dry Goods, Garage, and Urban Outfitters. Dining options include Texas De Brazil, The Cheesecake Factory and Dave & Busters, as well as grab-and-go choices such as Great Steak & Potato Co., Panda Express, Suki Hana, and more. Orland Square Mall® is conveniently located at the intersection of 151st Street and La Grange Rd.

Get behind the wheel in one of our 8 – 80 lap driving programs or Ride-Along shotgun for 3 high-speed laps at over 20 tracks nationwide – including Chicagoland Speedway!

In the heart of historic downtown Joliet, Harrah's Casino offers food and fun in the Chicagoland area! We have all your favorite Slot Machines and Table Games in an exciting yet relaxing atmosphere!

A Peoria Park District facility, Forest Park serves as the doorway to more than 500 acres designated as part of the Illinois State Nature Preserve. The center provides visitors with more than seven miles of trails that lead through dense forest, along trickling stream beds, and over dramatic hillsides. The A-frame trail head features a small natural history museum, nature store, and a room dedicated to bird-watching. Trails and museum are free and open to the public. NO PETS ALLOWED!

The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum provides children with the tools and inspiration they need to be explorers and creators of the world. We do this in part through understanding, supporting, and promoting play in the fullest sense of the word, one that includes imagination and creativity.

Segway Tours by appointment only. Please call to schedule time. also Quadracycle bike rides.

Sunset Hills Golf Course is a locally owned course located in the center of the Sunset Hills neighborhood in Pekin, Illinois. Open to the public, this course offers many reasonable membership options, including varying discounts. This fantastic Pekin golf facility features a driving range to warm up with, and an experience rich with rolling hills and challenging flats.