This was a really cool event that was hosted by the Historic Pullman Foundation and Pullman…read moreNational Monument. They were a little disorganized to start. I got there just before 9 am and it seemed like the volunteers had only been there a few minutes before me. When I bought my ticket I was their first customer of the day (they sold tickets online beforehand). The ticket had a bit of a map and the places that were open/part of the event, but that was all. There was no info on the ticket or any of the signs about WHEN things were happening. So I waited 10 minutes or so for a neighborhood tour to begin but it didn't start for another 50 minutes or so, at 10 am. I wish they'd indicated on the signs and/or ticket when the neighborhood and monument tours were happening. The lines for the train cars was long. I think it was about an hour and I was there by 9:15. That was in some part because they were limiting the number of people to about a dozen at a time. I appreciate they did this as a COVID precaution. But it was worth it; the cars were amazing. They had a 1950 Pullman streamliner, a 1914 car, and the last one I can't remember the year but I think it was the 20s. They were astounding--talk about luxury. Some of the rooms had their own sink in the corner, and were made up like a hotel bed. You can join AARPCO, the association for private rail owners, and participate in their events. It was so awesome that these folks agreed to bring their privately-owned rail cars here for the event. TIL that you can rent a car and take it wherever you want to go! I totally want to rent one now.... They did have a few volunteers go through before others. If they have similar precautions or limitations in future events I hope they consider setting aside time for the volunteers to do that before or after--not just to move people through a little more quickly, but they should get more time to wander through these amazing cars and take their time in each of them! After I finished the tour of the rail cars, I headed over to join a neighborhood tour. Really glad I got there just in the nick of time because was a great tour, and led by a neighborhood resident who's lived there over a decade. He was able to share a lot of really interesting information about the history of the neighborhood, some of the specific homes, and the architectural details that I wouldn't have known just by taking a self-guided tour through the neighborhood. I took a short tour through the Hotel Florence, which is usually not open but was for this event. It was quite a stately place in its day, and the bottom floor was open to the parlor, billiard room, dining room, and lobby. It was named after Pullman's (rumored to be) favorite daughter, Florence, and I do hope they can restore the building to something resembling its original grandeur. I ended up becoming a member of the Historic Pullman Foundation when I was down here because I certainly want to support their work and restoration. I'm really excited to learn more about the events that happen down here because I just got lucky finding out about Train Days because I knew that Pullman occasionally had neighborhood tours. I will return in future years. Definitely if you're a "foamer" (a term I learned today from a coworker when I suggested the event to her and her husband; apparently, there someone obsessed with trains) you'd love this. But I would encourage anyone with an interest in Chicago history, history in general, trains, or Chicago neighborhoods to go as well.

This visitor's center is geared to the National Park. The grounds are beautiful with many native…read moreplants to see. There is a free theater on site that shares dunes history and current facts on a continuous loop. Gift shop is great. You might find National Park logo gear, local distillery non alcoholic merch and a small satellite Fluid Coffee Shop. There are a few park rangers on site to give advice on walking/hiking trails. They are also happy to answer any questions about the Indiana Dunes National Park. The lakeshore has two separate parks - a National Park and a State Park. Each park has a lot of similar attractions and a few different. If you have a yearly National Park Pass, I recommend going to the National Park. If you are an Indiana resident the State Park is a $7 admission per vehicle or $20 for out of state visitors.

Great visitor center with friendly park rangers available to answer questions. They offer maps,…read morebrochures, and passport stamp stations for National Park Passport holders. The center also has a gift shop, coffee shop, clean public restrooms, and a nice selection of local artwork for sale. A great first stop when visiting the area!

Spring Valley has a Nature Center and also features the Heritage Farm. It's really a neat place for…read morea walk as you walk through a wooded area for about 5-7 minutes and then you see the farm houses with animal barns along with a few trails to follow. Spring Valley is a refuge of about 135 acres comprised of fields, forests, marshes, brooks and streams. Some trails are wood beamed while others are rocks and grass. It's a really enjoyable place to spend a few hours by yourself, with friends and family. Parking and entrances to the park are available on both sides 1) off Schaumburg Road 2) off Plum Grove Road.

I have been going here since the 80's and it is even better than ever now. I love taking my…read moredaughter for a hike to the farm after enjoying the nature center building. It is awesome how so many aspects of Spring Valley have remained the same while wonderful upgrades and additions have been made, too! Definitely a place that we will continue to visit throughout the year!

What's up with this visitor's center?…read more Today, I had stopped in this visitor center to pick up some items at the Chicago Public Library. As soon as I walked in, I noticed the "stillness in the air". There is something really lacking. In the past, there were always visitors in this center checking out various tours, brochures or maps. Today, I noticed lack of tour information and maps. The shelves are pretty empty. Even the attendants look bored and I noticed one on his phone. I guess I will continue to check out various tours on line instead of going into this quiet center.

***This is okay but not great visitor center; Baltimore's visitor center in the Inner Harbor…read morefeatures a much more comprehensive selection of things to do and places to see; this visitor center does feature several different maps for free (better than paying the high prices for maps at one of the pharmacies in Downtown Chicago)*** I am not sure what the parking situation is around here.

The Long Grove Visitor's Center is located inside an historic house alongside the Village Tavern…read more Inside you'll find lots of information about the downtown area. When we entered the Long Grove Visitor's Center my husband and I found a knowledgeable expert, information about the downtown area, and items from Long Grove for sale. This expert was friendly and able to answer our questions. Whether its your first time visiting downtown Long Grove or the hundredth, the Long Grove Visitor's Center should be your first stop when you visit downtown Long Grove. I highly recommend the Long Grove Visitor's Center.

Small visitor's center with some parking right out front and friendly staff. You can get some…read moreinformation about the town here including a map and festival information. There's also different souvenir items available for purchase that's reasonably priced for fun little collectibles. Though this spot isn't huge, it's nice that the town has a visitor's center available, and that the hours are reasonably long.

Great place to escape this crazy world very peaceful if you just to come and relax...great for…read morefishing or taking a boat out they also have a nice picnic area. It is very well maintained and clean washrooms

The Monee Reservoir, is part of the Forest Preserve District of Will County. The 255-acre forest…read morepreserve has a 46-acre reservoir lake. This was our first time at the reservoir, they had a special fishing event called "Midnight Madness." They have this event three times per year, allowing fishing after dark. They open the park from 7pm until midnight and it's free! It is mostly forest around the lake, but has some nice coves to fish. The lake is 24 feet deep and stocked with Channel Catfish, Northern Pike and Largemouth Bass. I caught only one Largemouth, not many anglers said they caught fish, but it was pretty windy and hot... I released mine and am planning on going back to get him! The park itself is really nice, clean, well kept, has places to picnic, tables and benches along the lake. They have a really nice visitor center and a concessional stand.

The St. Joe today welcome center is a convenient way to get to know what's going on around town…read more  Visit their website for more information and if you visit their facebook page they create events for things that are happening around town like the farmers markets.  Here in Saint Joseph we stay busy with community events.  St. Joseph today helps keep those events organized and lively.  Today was the chili tour in the downtown area and it was honestly wonderful.  I've been coming to this event since it started and I love it.

No welcome here! I have been coming up to the South Haven…read morearea for years since my family had a cottage up here. Now that country home is my full time home. Today was the first time I stopped at the visitors bureau and it will be my last. I had dropped my car off to get detailed at Bodfish-N-Sons and those folks had graciously dropped me off in downtown South Haven where I had breakfast at Phoenix Street Cafe and then did some shopping. Then I noticed that my iPhone battery was almost dead and I needed the phone so Bodfish could call and let me know when my car was finished. I was right by the South Haven Visitors Bureau so I stopped to see if I could plug in my phone for a bit - "Oh no!" said the unfriendly young man at the desk. "That is not allowed - maybe you can go to a coffee shop and they'll let you..." Then a woman walked in from off the street and she suggested the library. I agreed that would work. "Where is library?" I asked the young man. "It's over that way," he replied waving vaguely toward the east. Well I went to the east and never did find the library. Fortunately, I stopped at Fifth Third Bank where Emily, the officer who helped transfer my account from Chicago to my new address said, "Sure! And have a cup of coffee while you're waiting." I can understand that the Visitors Bureau wouldn't have the facilities to help out with this specific problem - but the lackadaisical attitude I encountered can not bode well for anyone coming to them for help or information about South Haven.

From the owner: A quaint visitor information office with a warm, welcoming, and informative staff. Come on in, we…read moreare waiting for you!

The two times I used Pixie Travel Unlimited, they were both lovely trips! Entertainment on the bus…read more Help with planning the day or choices to relax. Everything you want is put at your fingertips. Everything you'll get with your package is fully explained, BEFORE the date. Everything will be ready! All you need to do is, BE PROMPT and pack appropriately for your travel occasion. Love&peace! Glow