Local Attractions
Discover Fun Things to Do in and around Naperville, IL
Located in the heart of the CityGate Centre's business, dining and entertainment campus in Naperville, IL, Hotel Arista is steps from an array of things to do - right on campus or a few miles away you'll find boutique shopping and recreational activities by day and fabulous dining and live music at night: The best of everything is at your doorstep.
Venture out a bit further and see all that DuPage County has to offer or catch the Metra line or Interstate 88 into Chicago.
When planning your visit to Naperville, our full-service concierge is your key to the area. We’ll be happy to offer recommendations on things to do and assist with arranging tickets, tours, transportation and anything else you need.
World-renowned, Brookfield Zoo inspires guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature and each other. Set within a 216-acre nature park, the zoo has captivated and educated visitors since 1934. It is home to 2,000+ animal residents and is also an accredited arboretum.
Chicago Premium Outlets, an outdoor center located 10 minutes from Hotel Arista,, has over 170 stores with amenities such as fireplaces, art installations, a play area, and reflecting pond,
Jump into summer as you swim in Centennial Beach’s historic stone quarry. It’s not a swimming pool, it’s not a lake, but a swimming experience like no other!
Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway – Illinois’ largest sporting facility – hosts a broad array of programming encompassing more than 100 events, including major motorsports entertainment, endurance events, musical concerts and festivals, corporate training seminars, industry trade shows, and much more.
Six Flags Great America is located between Chicago and Milwaukee and offers endless adventures for the entire family with 17 heart-pounding roller coasters, a 20-acre water park, spectacular shows and four children's themed areas with more than 30 rides
Forget everything you thought bowling could be—and experience the kind of epic fun that only happens when you go Bowlero.
Experience the exhilaration of indoor skydiving at this world-class facility.
With two stories and 45,000 square feet of fun, this bowling alley/amusement park is the perfect spot for family friendly fun.
Part sports bar, part golf course, Top Golf features fun golf games for all skill levels, a bar and restaurant and more.
Shop an expansive selection of department stores, over 160 specialty stores, and an abundance of one-of-a-kind dining and entertainment experiences in the Chicago area.
TOCA Football is a 95,000 square-foot soccer and entertanment center located in Naperville. It offers a kids multisport program, training that begins at "first touch" - as early as 18 mos. old - and technology that is patented.
Brookfield Zoo
World-renowned, Brookfield Zoo inspires guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature and each other. Set within a 216-acre nature park, the zoo has captivated and educated visitors since 1934. It is home to 2,000+ animal residents and is also an accredited arboretum.
Morton Arboretum
The Morton Arboretum's 1,700 acres hold more than 222,000 live plants representing nearly 4,300 taxa from around the world. Situated on the rolling Valparaiso moraine and bisected by the East Branch of the DuPage River, the Arboretum is planned and planted to nurture and display trees and shrubs in environments conducive to their growth.
Downtown Naperville
Downtown Naperville is home to many boutique shops and eateries, plus the area's Apple Store. The adjacent, award-winning Riverwalk with its covered bridges, fountains and landscaping is welcoming.
Chicago Premium Outlets
Chicago Premium Outlets, an outdoor center located 10 minutes from Hotel Arista,, has over 170 stores with amenities such as fireplaces, art installations, a play area, and reflecting pond,
Centennial Beach
Jump into summer as you swim in Centennial Beach’s historic stone quarry. It’s not a swimming pool, it’s not a lake, but a swimming experience like no other!
Freedom Commons
From fine dining to pampering services tailored just for you, Freedom Commons offers a unique variety of stores, restaurants and professional services in one convenient location.
Chicagoland Speedway
Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway – Illinois’ largest sporting facility – hosts a broad array of programming encompassing more than 100 events, including major motorsports entertainment, endurance events, musical concerts and festivals, corporate training seminars, industry trade shows, and much more.
Six Flags Great America
Six Flags Great America is located between Chicago and Milwaukee and offers endless adventures for the entire family with 17 heart-pounding roller coasters, a 20-acre water park, spectacular shows and four children's themed areas with more than 30 rides
iFly Chicago-Naperville
Experience the exhilaration of indoor skydiving at this world-class facility.
Whirlyball
With two stories and 45,000 square feet of fun, this bowling alley/amusement park is the perfect spot for family friendly fun.
Fox Valley Mall
Fox Valley Mall is home to top retailers and offers premium shopping, dining, and entertainment. Browse over 120 retail shops, eateries and services, including top national brands like H&M, Forever 21, Express, and Victoria's Secret.
Oak Brook Center
Shop an expansive selection of department stores, over 160 specialty stores, and an abundance of one-of-a-kind dining and entertainment experiences in the Chicago area.
Yorktown Mall
With a distinguished mix of fashionable shopping, world-class dining, high-energy fitness studios and exciting entertainment for all ages, the possibilities are endless at Yorktown Center!