The Best Things to Do in Naperville, IL

Unless you’ve spent some time dining in Naperville, you may be surprised to learn that it’s a hotbed for innovative brunch options. From places with unique locations like Meson Sabika to more traditional options like EggCited Pancake House, there’s something for all palettes and tastes. Here are some of the standouts:

• Meson Sabika
• Paris Bistro
• Quiubo
• SugarToad
• EggCited Pancake House
• The Lucky Penny

Just visit one of the restaurants on our list to get your brunch on — you’ll thank us later.

Entertaining Naperville residents since 1981, the Naperville Riverwalk provides nearly two miles of walkways, covered bridges, and green spaces. It’s also home to several excellent attractions:

• Riverwalk Paddleboat Quarry and Fishing Pier
• Riverwalk Amphitheater, Millennium Wall, and Labyrinth
• Centennial Beach and Grill

People are as likely to visit from Hinsdale or St. Charles to paddle along the river as they are to pop over for a leisurely stroll.

Downtown Naperville has a fantastic nightlife, and you’ll find a fantastic selection of bars along Chicago and Jefferson Street. Each has its own special vibe and crowd, with popular watering holes including:

• Empire
• Quigley’s Irish Pub
• The Lantern
• Features
• Two-Nine

• Blue Sushi Sake Grill
• Kiku Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi
• Wild Tuna Sushi
• Sushi Naper
• Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge
• Raku Sushi
• Sushi House Naperville
• Matsusaka Teppanyaki & Sushi
• Sakura
• Tokyo Bay Sushi Bar & Grill

How to Get from Naperville to Chicago

Getting from Naperville to Chicago is easy regardless of whether you want to:

• Take the Car
• Ride the Train
• Catch a Bus
• Pedal Your Bike

You can even walk, although you’ll probably need a breather when you arrive.

Naperville’s got plenty of places to go swimming, whether it’s in the head of summer and you want to enjoy the beach or if you want to spend some time in a heated indoor poor in the dead of winter. Top spots include:

• Centennial Beach
• Naperville Tennis Club
• Naperville North High School
• Goldfish Swim School
• Saybrook Bath and Racquet Club

Want to learn more about each? Just read about popular Naperville swimming spots.