Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re planning a visit to Six Flags Great America, The Great Wolf Lodge or Gurnee Mills, be sure to check out the FAQs below for things you may want to know.
Where is Gurnee, IL located?
Gurnee, IL is a far northern suburb of Chicago. It is located in Lake County, Illinois. Situated along I-94, it’s easily accessible from Ohare International Airport, Chicago and Milwaukee.
Gurnee is about:
- 41 miles from the city of Chicago
- 31 miles from OHare International Airport (Chicago)
- 45 miles from Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee)
What are some Gurnee Illinois attractions?
Gurnee is home to:
- The Great Wolf Lodge and indoor waterpark
- Gurnee Mills shopping mall
- Six Flags Great America theme park and its waterpark, Hurricane Harbor (discount ticket prices at Jewel Osco)
What other things are there to do in Gurnee?
- Bittersweet Golf Course
- Ceramics For You (paint your own pottery)
- Disc Golf Course (frolf/frisbee golf) at Warren Township Park
- Gold Pyramid (Wadsworth, IL)
- Gurnee Antique Market
- Heatherridge Golf Course
- Hunt Club Aquatic Center
- Jump America (indoor trampoline park)
- Marcus Theatre (located at Gurnee Mills mall)
- Only Child Brewery and Taproom
- Tilt Studio (indoor ice rink, laser tag, black light mini golf and more located at Gurnee Mills mall)
What restaurants are located in Gurnee?
There are dozens of places to eat in Gurnee, mostly located along the Grand Avenue corridor. The majority of restaurants in the village are national chains, however the popular Chicago-area eatery, Portollo’s Hot Dogs, along with some privately-owned restaurants, also can be found in Gurnee.
Click here for a complete list of Gurnee Illinois restaurants.
What hotels are located in Gurnee?
There are many hotels in Gurnee, including the Great Wolf Lodge (indoor waterpark hotel) and Holiday Inn Gurnee Convention Center.
Please click here for a complete list of hotels in Gurnee.
What stores are at Gurnee Mills Mall?
Gurnee Mills Mall is home to nearly 200 stores. Its large anchor stores include:
- Bass Pro Shop Outdoor World
- Bed, Bath and Beyond
- Burlington Coat Factory
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Floor & Decor
- Kohl’s
- Macy’s
- Marshall’s Home Goods
- The Room Place
- Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH
Entertainment at the mall includes: Gurnee Marcus Cinema, and indoor miniature golf and laser tag at Tilt Studio.
Additionally, you can find the following major restaurants in Gurnee Mills mall: Buffalo Wild Wings, Rain Forest Cafe and Chicago Wildfire Pizza.
Where can I find out more information about Gurnee and nearby areas?
The best place to find out more information about Gurnee and the surrounding area is through Visit Lake County.
Their visitor information center is located on Grand Avenue near Six Flags. You can also find them online or give them a call at 847-662-2700.