Naperville, Illinois
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Amenities & Attractions
Naperville is home to a diverse range of forest preserves, golf courses, unique public parks (including the renowned Centennial Beach), the Riverwalk, and the Nike Sports Complex. Downtown Naperville is famed for its unique mix of upscale and eclectic shopping, casual and fine dining, public events, seasonal celebrations, and pedestrian-friendly layout with ample parking. Naperville also offers a multitude of popular annual festivals like Ribfest, The Last Fling, and the Memorial Day Parade. The city has a municipal band that plays at the Central Park Band Shell, and the nearby Wirtz Concert Hall hosts musicians, speakers, and theater performances. The Naperville Park District has an impressive lineup of classes, programs, and sports leagues for children and adults of all ages, and The Naperville Public Library system is frequently lauded as among the best in the country for a city of this size.
Transportation
The suburb is home to several transportation options that help residents navigate the city and travel to nearby Chicago. Interstate 88 is the best way to head into Chicago for north Naperville residents, while Interstate 55 is more convenient for residents living on the south side. One of the easiest ways to commute to the city is by train. Naperville is home to the Route 59 Metra stop, as well as Naperville station, which is located in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood off of Washington Avenue. Both the Metra and the Amtrak, which is helpful for cross country trips, stop at these locations coming to and from Chicago. Like many Chicago suburbs, Naperville hosts regional Pace buses that traverse the sprawling suburb, as well as the surrounding areas. Residents of Naperville also enjoy being equal distance between both O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport.