Children's Museum of Illinois Archives

31+ Unique Summer Day Trips from Champaign-Urbana

We identify more than 30 day trips from Champaign-Urbana that could add a little spice to your summer.

February 15, 2022 By From The Editors

Our ideas for Spring Break family fun around the Champaign-Urbana area. Good news: much of it is free!

June 5, 2019 By Amy Cunningham

There are so many reasons to visit Scovill Zoo in Decatur, including FREE admission on Thursdays throughout the summer.

March 2, 2017 By From The Editors

Our guide on where to go in the Champaign-Urbana area to find fun, safe places to play with children with sensory sensitive needs.

August 4, 2014 By Emily Harrington

The Children’s Museum of Illinois in Decatur doesn’t disappoint for an afternoon of impromptu indoor Central Illinois fun!