Munster Attractions. Munster Tourism and kids attractions

Lynfred Winery: A sweet surprise in the suburbs The oldest and largest continuously operating winery in Illinois is much closer than you might think. Just 45 minutes from downtown, the winery offers tastings, tours and a beautiful backdrop. Read More >>

Grant Park Music Fest: a symphony under the stars. Founded in 1934 as a way to uplift spirits of Chicagoans during the Great Depression, The Grant Park Music Festival celebrates its 75th season. Read More >>

Chicago artists craft new life for old book covers The final chapter for many books may be less than glamorous — molding away on a basement bookshelf, or tossed into a trash bin. But three Chicago artists are bringing new life to old books, reusing them or their beautiful covers for wall art, purses and even clocks. Read More >>

Lincoln Park Zoo: a world of wildlife just steps from downtown Just steps from downtown Chicago, you can find exotic wildlife from around the world at the Lincoln Park Zoo. Founded in 1868, it is home to more than 1,100 animals — and it remains one of the nation's only free zoos. Read More >>

Six Flags Great America: big thrills at a big park Chicago's Great America and Hurricane Harbor deliver on thrills, spills and entertainment at this whopping 320-acre theme and water park . Read More >>

The Art Institute of Chicago: greatness up close A day at the Art Institute of Chicago will bring you up close to some of the greatest paintings in history, from Edward Hopper's "Nighthawks" to examples of Claude Monet's "Water Lilies." Read More >>

Morseland: Music and great food In Rogers Park Morseland's motto, "Good Eats, Nice Beats" best describes this low-key live music and food venue in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood. Read More >>

Schaumburg Flyers: Big league fun, minor league price The northwest suburban Schaumburg Flyers minor league baseball team brings big-time entertainment with talented players, a plush home field and inexpensive ticket prices. Read More >>

The Second City: Chicago's first place for comedy Some of comedy's biggest names honed their craft on the small stages of the historic Second City, which thrives in Chicago's Old Town. Read More >>

Indiana Dunes: a year-round wonder on Lake Michigan Encircling the southern stretch of Lake Michigan, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore provides swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, bird watching, picnicking and more. It's a scenic retreat from the frenzy of urban life, conveniently located just an hour from Chicago. Read More >>