The sun is out, and it’s time for adventure! If you’re looking to enjoy scenic and versatile Illinois, we’ve got you covered! We’ve spent many happy summers exploring this beautiful state and are pleased to share some of our favorite destinations with you.
Smardbuild specializes in stunning exterior remodels outside of Chicago, IL. We’ve been delivering killer home facelifts for more than 15 years and have enjoyed everything this state has to offer for even longer. We would love to talk to you about your exterior remodeling dreams if you live within our service area.
There’s something unique and fun to do in Illinois every weekend! Check out some of our favorite Illinois festivals for 2022:
Chicago is for lovers. Shop the Magnificant Mile. Take in a world-class museum like The Field Museum or Museum of Science and Industry. Stroll the Garfield Park Conservatory, Navy Pier, or Millenium Park. Take in the skyline from 360 Chicago, The Skydeck, or an architectural boat tour.
The most romantic attractions in Rockford are the unique garden spaces. Rockford is home to Anderson Japanese Gardens, Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Gardens, and Nicholas Conservatory. Take in a play at the hidden-gem Starlight Theatre for excellent theatrical performances under the stars.
Enjoy a drink on a cruise on the Illinois or Mississippi River. Muster up your courage and try ziplining at Grafton Zipline Adventures. Learn about the area's rich history, and visit the various statues paying tribute to Miles Davis and Abraham Lincoln. Try your luck at Agorsy Casino. Don’t miss Alton’s magnificent ancient cliff painting that fur traders first noted in the 1600s. “The Piasa,” or the bird, is an ancient monster.
Dive into history and visit the state capital, Abraham Lincoln Museum, Lincoln Home, and Presidential Library and Tomb. Take refuge at Adams Wildlife Center with a hike in the woods and visit the Henson Robinson Zoo and Kidzeum of Health and Sciences for hands-on kid-centered fun.
Check out some of Illinois’ amusement park options to find the right speed for thrillseekers of all ages.
Two hours north of Chicago in Oglesby, check out the beautiful waterfalls in Matthiessen State Park. These gorgeous and unique bluffs and waterfalls make excellent backdrops for picnics and hikes.
This beautiful state park is located right along the Ohio River. Caves and bluffs bring out everyone’s inner adventurer. Camp or rent a nearby cabin and explore everything this beautiful area offers.
Starved Rock State Park offers swimming, biking, kayaking, camping, and hiking amidst its breathtaking bluffs and canyons. Take a Summer Solstice Night Hike through the state park or a wildflower tour.
At Smardbuild, we specialize in stunning exterior remodels to welcome you home. If you’re in Addison & Naperville, Elmhurst, Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, we’d be honored to talk to you about your home exterior remodeling dreams. From siding to doors, gutters to porches, we can’t wait to partner with you to beautify your space. Reach out today to get started!