If you’re looking for the ultimate escape room in Chicago, you’ve come to the right place. An escape room is an awesome and interactive experience for the entire family. Your entire group will need to work together to try and find an escape from the room you’re in. The coolest part about doing this challenge together is the different themes each escape room comes with. There is sure to be a room and theme to fit tweens, teens, and even the littlest member of your group. Check out our escape rooms in Chicago round-up below.

Escape rooms are fun all year round! For other indoor activities in Chicago, check out our Guide to Indoor Play.

If you’re looking for places to go fishing with the kids, we’ve got you covered. These fishing lakes near Chicago are perfect for a day of family fun, right in the heart of Chicago’s most historic neighborhoods. From the Chicago River to lagoons in Humboldt Park and Lincoln Park, there are plenty of cool fishing holes with a wide variety of fish and wildlife. Remember to check local fishing license requirements for adults and to keep life jackets on littles near the water. In Illinois, a fishing license is required for all bodies of water. 

For more great family adventures, check out our 20 favorite day trips guide from Chicago.

If you’re looking for the amenities of a hotel pool without the hotel stay price tag, these Chicago hotels and fitness centers offer family swims and pool passes for a fraction of the cost. Many of the pools on this list are also indoors which makes them great options for rainy or cold days any time of the year. Some of these hotel pools also come with rooftop views making them a fun change from your neighborhood pool. You can enjoy a little staycation and hotel experience without the expensive hotel stay, long road trip or airport travel.

For more kid-friendly pools, check out our picks for the best free pools in Chicago as well as our round-up of water playgrounds and splash pads.