Best of Joliet, IL
First major city on Route 66
About Joliet
Located 40 miles southwest of Chicago, Joliet serves as the county seat of Will County and the third-most populous city in Illinois. Originally settled in 1852 as a steel mill town on the Des Plaines River, it was the first major city outside Chicago on U.S. Route 66. The historic Old Joliet Prison, once the state's largest correctional facility, has appeared in films like The Blues Brothers.
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Rich & Creamy
Rich & Creamy is a restaurant located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
View details →Best Hotels in Joliet
10 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Harrah's Joliet Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
Harrah's Joliet operates as a hotel in the area.
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Red Roof Inn Chicago - Joliet
Red Roof Inn Chicago - Joliet is located at 1750 McDonough Street.
Best Restaurants in Joliet
23 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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El Camaleon Bar and Grill
El Camaleon Bar and Grill serves Mexican cuisine in the East Joliet neighborhood.
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Mickey's Beef & Gyros
Mickey's Beef & Gyros is a restaurant located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
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Taquería Casa Blanca
Taquería Casa Blanca serves Mexican food in the East Joliet neighborhood.
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CUT 158 Chophouse
CUT 158 Chophouse is a steak house located in the East Joliet neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Joliet
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Silver Spoon Restaurant
Silver Spoon Restaurant operates as a café in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
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Sought Out Grounds on 66
Sought Out Grounds on 66 is a coffee shop located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Joliet
7 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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City Of Champions Sports Bar
City Of Champions Sports Bar operates in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
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Judge's Bar - Joliet
Judge's Bar - Joliet is a bar located in the East Joliet neighborhood.
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MyGrain Brewing Company
MyGrain Brewing Company operates as a bar in the East Joliet neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Joliet
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Joliet Area Historical Society Museum
Located in East Joliet, the Joliet Area Historical Society Museum serves as a local attraction for those interested in regional history.
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Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66
Located in the East Joliet neighborhood, the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 is a local attraction.
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Legacy Adventure Park
Legacy Adventure Park is an attraction located in the Fairmont neighborhood.
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Slovenian Women's Union and Heritage Museum
The Slovenian Women's Union and Heritage Museum is located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
Best Shops in Joliet
2 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Joliet
37 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park is a green space located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
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Chicago International Soccer Club
Located in the Fairmont neighborhood, this park serves as a home for the Chicago International Soccer Club.
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Crest Hill Community Park
Crest Hill Community Park is located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
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Cunningham Park
Cunningham Park is a public green space located in the Raynor Park neighborhood.
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