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Water Tower Place Escalator Ride

Multiple levels and long escalators make this feel like an activity for little kids. Swing by the LEGO store. Pro tip: pick up a LEGO passport and start collecting passport stamps from each store.

Streeterville

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Ages:

Mixed Ages

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Cost:

Free

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Best for:

Year-Round

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Type:

Play Spaces

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Why Moms Love This

Simple but kids love it and it feels like an activity without any effort. Good quick add on downtown

About this activity

Riding the escalators at Water Tower Place has become a simple but surprisingly fun activity for younger kids, turning a quick stop into an experience. It’s an easy add-on while downtown.


The moment creates a playful, low-effort outing that kids love.

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Pro Tips from Lucie & Erin:

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Details

  • Ages:

Mixed Ages

  • Cost:

Free

  • Season:

Year-Round

  • Neighbrhood:

Streeterville

  • Address:

835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

  • Website:

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