Golf Rd. at Rt. 53, Schaumburg, 800/332-1537. Largest enclosed retail shopping center in the U.S. and the top tourist attraction in Illinois. Offers a unique, world-class shopping experience with more than 285 stores, as well as 40 restaurants and specialty food shops.

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 am-9 pm; Sat. 10 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-6 pm.

100 Oakbrook Ctr., Oakbrook, 630/573-0700.
A natural setting with a spectacular collection of the finest stores. Nordstrom, Marshall Field’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor, Sears, Neiman Marcus, and 170 specialty shops. A delicious choice of 17 restaurants.

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 am-9 pm; Sat. 10 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-6 pm.