Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by JaimeSays
Just like that, my year long ambassadorship with DuPage County is coming to an end. When I first started in this role, I hadn’t explored much beyond my hometown haunts, but just seven months later, I became a permanent resident. With the support of the members of Discover DuPage, I learned about so many gems of DuPage County that I had never known. As such, I’d like to share my favorite things to do in DuPage County, a Chicago suburban treasure.
Things to do in DuPage County: Green Spaces

- Mayslake Peabody Estate
- The Morton Arboretum
- Herrick Lake
- Illinois Prairie Path
- Cantigny Park and Tank Park
My Favorite Date Things to do in DuPage County

- Take a Cooking Class at The North American Pizza and Culinary Academy or Marcel’s Culinary Experience
- Consider a Spa Day at Eaglewood Resort or Kohler Day Spa
- Play a Round of Golf at Downers Grove Golf Club, site of America’s first 18-hole golf course
- Catch some Fine DuPage Theatre
My Favorite Fancy Restaurants of DuPage County

- Paris Bistro for French Food
- Perry’s Steakhouse for Steaks and Great Cuts of Meat
- Meson Sabika for Spanish Tapas (and beautiful views)
- Glen Prairie for Organic American Food
My Favorite Casual DuPage Eateries
- Dell Rhea’s Chicken Basket
- Any of the Two Brothers Restaurants in DuPage County
- One Fifty One Kitchen & Bar
- Che Figata
My Favorite DuPage Spots to Grab a Drink

My Favorite Places to Stay in DuPage County
There have been so many wonderful places that I’ve discovered during this past year working with Discover DuPage. Even though my tenure is up, you can certainly expect me to continue to explore DuPage County and enjoy all there is to be discovered in this world-class locale.
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