City Guide: Schaumburg

SCHAUMBURG is an exceptional experience.

Located northwest of downtown Chicago, Schaumburg long sat in the shadow of its famous neighbor, but today it proves to be more than sleepy community near Chicago, but an appealing cultural identity of its own.

When you visit Schaumburg, you should see how this city changes before your eyes during your stay there. Be it a room in cheap hotel in Schaumburg to a luxury-appointed room all are available at Booked.net. Our listings include maps, photos and secure forms.

Modern Schaumburg is caught between its old-world links to Chicago City and the path it is now taking on its own. Nowadays, Schaumburg meets all your inclinations. From a picnic in green surroundings to more exciting entertainments from adventurous sports like golfing, hiking to more cultural activities like club-hopping at night and touring historic buildings by day, Schaumburg keeps you busy throughout your stay.

Other attractions include;

• Lynfred Winery, a true introduction to wine processing

• Gurnee Theme Park, a massive water park serving for aquatic entertainment

• Trickster Gallery, a place centered around American culture and native American artifacts

• LEGOLAND Discovery Center houses more than two million LEGO bricks

• The Chicago Athenaeuma houses a collection of 10-15 unique sculptures

• Alexian Field Schaumburg, a home to the Schaumburg Flyers baseball team that playfrom early June until late October

In addition, Schaumburg is a real paradise for shoppers as it is home to The Woodfield Mall, one of the largest malls in the United States. The mall houses a variety of shopping opportunities from the world-class, to cheaper shops. While touring the Woodfield Mall, you may also shift your focus to the Streets of Woodfield that serve as alternative area for shopping and entertainment.

If shopping is not your thing, then indulge in water fun at two nearby water parks, and on to hiking at Busse Woods Forest Preserve, Chicago's largest urban park. And in the evening life in Schaumburg revolves around the Prairie Center where major public events from live performances, concerts and art exhibitions take place.

It is no surprise to Schaumburg that the city is always on the move. Thus, before leaving for Schaumburg check out its arty calendar of events as, for example, in September there is annual Septemberfest celebration.

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