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Tourism

Whether it’s an extended stay, a quick getaway weekend or simply a night on the town, the Oak Forest area offers visitors plenty of things to see and do. Oak Forest itself offers plenty of destinations for shopping and recreational diversions, and its proximity to Chicago and several south and southwestern suburbs puts it within reach of countless attractions and activities. Downtown Chicago is lined with museums, theaters, sporting venues, shopping opportunities and major attractions such as Navy Pier and Millennium Park. Its surrounding communities boast a multitude of historic areas and popular sites such as Brookfield Zoo, Toyota Park, the First Midwest Bank Amphitheater and Standard Bank Stadium, and home of the Frontier League Champions: The Windy City Thunderbolts. What’s more, Oak Forest and the areas surrounding it offer a calendar packed with plenty of fun, family-friendly events.

Quality restaurants provide excellent food and beverage service unequal to Chicago Southland. Savoring a pint and a pizza at the Blarney Stone can be as enjoyable as it is at Beggars Pizza, a prominent local chain in the community, or Oliver’s Bar & Grill. And if you care to indulge in a bit of a leprechaun’s delight, Chicago’s Gaelic Park on 147th Street offers an exquisite balance between appetizing Irish cuisine and beverages. And the best breakfast for miles is served on a regular basis by the staff at Kingsbury’s, Diamond Pancake House and The Original Pancake House.

The Chicago Southland offers more than 6,000 comfortable guestrooms for its visitors. Oak Forest is fortunate to have the Hampton Inn Crestwood Hotel right outside of town. Its location near I-57 and 294 provides convenient access to area attractions and resources. Amenities found at the hotel include a pool, fitness center and spa, continental breakfast and complimentary high-speed Internet access.