Decatur · Macon County, IL
Family things to do in Decatur
Scout analyzed 32 Decatur places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
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32
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10
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Typical visit
1.8 hr
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Family Morning at Children's Museum
Kick off your family morning with engaging, hands-on exhibits at the Children's Museum. Afterward, enjoy a casual and kid-friendly lunch, and then let the little ones burn off some energy at a nearby park.
Family Afternoon at Scovill Zoo
Dive into an adventurous afternoon exploring animal habitats and enjoying the carousel at Scovill Zoo. Afterward, refuel with classic American diner food, and finish your day with a sweet treat.
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Outdoors
Decatur IL Central Park
Arts & Culture
Children's Museum of Illinois
Collection of interactive science & art exhibits for kids, with family activities & summer camp.
Outdoors
Fairview Park
Vibrant park with a pond & bike trail, plus an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts & a skate park.
Outdoors
Nelson Park
Spacious city park with a covered pavilion & access to Scovill Zoo & the lake shore.
Family
Scovill Zoo
Longtime lakefront venue with 400+ animals from 6 continents, plus a carousel, train & playground.
Outdoors
Spitler Woods State Natural Area
Arts & Culture
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater
Family
Aikman Wildlife Adventure
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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