A big city with a small-town heart
Let yourself fall in love with Naperville, Illinois, a city located just 28 miles west of downtown Chicago with its hint of sophisticated, urban flavor in a relaxed, rural atmosphere. Named one of the best places to live in the United States by Money magazine and one of the best places to live as well as retire by Modern Maturity, this blooming city boasts topnotch schools, the best public library system in the county, as well as low crime. People enjoy year-round attractions such as Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve, downtown shopping centers, malls, movies, stimulating theater, trolleys, and fun-filled community events. And Monarch Landing retirement community is right in the middle of it all!
Monarch Landing retirement community is central to Naperville's cultural paradise and lush backwoods.
Hike five miles of trail on the Riverwalk downtown while viewing the DuPage River and classic monuments along the way. Or take a dip, swim or paddle at Centennial Beach, located just across the trails. Listen to the harmonious sounds of the colossal Moser Tower Millennium Carillon in Rotary Hill during your free time.
Shift back in time and learn what life was like in Naperville and the surrounding communities during the 19th century at the Naper Settlement.
Enjoy a nice stroll downtown along the Century Walk and take a peek at 100 years of colorful artwork ranging from mosaics to murals to sculpture!
Make new friends and become spiritually uplifted at Naperville's numerous churches and places of worship serving all faiths.
View more than 1,849 acres of rugged grassland, prairies, and wetland at Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve. Visitors can enjoy hiking, swimming, camping, and using the dog exercise areas to play with their best friends!
Spend your free time opening a child's eyes to the world of creativity or educating the public on Naperville's history. Sign up to become a volunteer at the DuPage Children’s Museum or the Naper Settlement. Or spend time with your grandchildren at the museum.
