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Oldest City in Kane County
About Batavia
Located in the Chicago metropolitan area, Batavia spans parts of Kane and DuPage counties in Illinois. Founded in 1833, it holds the distinction of being the oldest city in Kane County.
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Fabyan Windmill
Fabyan Windmill is an authentic, working Dutch windmill dating from the 1850s located in Geneva, Kane County, Illinois. This five-story wooden smock mill stands 68 feet tall and sits upon the onetime estate of Colonel George Fabyan.
The site is now part of the Kane County Forest Preserve District and sits just north of Batavia, off Illinois Route 25.
View details →Best Hotels in Batavia
4 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Comfort Inn & Suites Geneva
Comfort Inn & Suites Geneva is located at 1555 East Fabyan Parkway.
Best Restaurants in Batavia
57 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Acquaviva Ristorante
Acquaviva Ristorante serves Italian dishes in Woodland Hills.
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Apple Villa
Apple Villa is a restaurant located in the Spring Green neighborhood.
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Atlas Chicken Shack
Atlas Chicken Shack serves a variety of chicken dishes in Woodland Hills.
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Briana's Pancake House
Briana's Pancake House is a breakfast and brunch restaurant located in Woodland Hills.
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Chuck E. Cheese
Chuck E. Cheese is a pizza restaurant located in the Spring Green neighborhood.
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Daddio's Diner
Daddio's Diner is a restaurant in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Double Yolk
Double Yolk is a diner located in Marywood that offers classic American comfort food.
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Fernando's Street Kitchen
Fernando's Street Kitchen is a Mexican restaurant located in Woodland Hills.
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Firewater BBQ
Firewater BBQ is a restaurant in Surrey Woods that serves barbecue dishes.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Batavia
5 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Limestone Coffee & Tea
Limestone Coffee & Tea is a café located in Woodland Hills.
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Corner Bakery
Corner Bakery is a café in the Spring Green neighborhood that serves coffee shop fare.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Batavia
6 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Brother Chimp Brewing
Brother Chimp Brewing is a bar located in the Randall Hills neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Batavia
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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The Viking Ship
The Viking Ship is an exact replica of the Gokstad ship recovered from Gokstadhaugen in Sandefjord, Norway in 1880.
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Fabyan Windmill
Fabyan Windmill is an authentic, working Dutch windmill dating from the 1850s located in Geneva, Kane County, Illinois. This five-story wooden smock mill stands 68 feet tall and sits upon the onetime estate of Colonel George Fabyan.
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Depot Museum
The Depot Museum at 155 Houston Street preserves the history of Batavia’s original train station. It was once the town’s primary railroad hub and is now a local attraction for visitors interested in historic rail sites.
Best Shops in Batavia
26 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble is a shop located in the Spring Green neighborhood.
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JoS. A. Bank
JoS. A. Bank is a local shop located in the Spring Green neighborhood.
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American Eagle Outfitters
American Eagle Outfitters is a shop in the Spring Green neighborhood.
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ApricotLane Boutique
ApricotLane Boutique is a shop located in the Spring Green neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Batavia
85 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Batavia Riverwalk
Batavia Riverwalk is a park located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Big Woods Park
Big Woods Park is a public park located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Fox Trail Park
Fox Trail Park is a park located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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H. Michael Wild Park
H. Michael Wild Park is a park located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Hamlet Park
Hamlet Park provides a quiet green space in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Harold Hall Quarry Beach
Harold Hall Quarry Beach is a park located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Hartfield Park
Hartfield Park is a public park located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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Prairie Path Park
Prairie Path Park is a park in the Woodland Hills neighborhood.
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