One Day Stay Itinerary
- STC Business Alliance
- May 9, 2022
- 3 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
Only have one day? Make it a memorable quick trip! Keep reading the itinerary below to start planning your 24 hours here in St. Charles, filled with delicious food and fun activities to make the most of your time here!
Morning
Breakfast
Photo 2 Courtesy of @rachelkawate
St. Charles features a variety outstanding cafes where you can find amazing breakfast delicacies. Start your morning by taking a trip to Maple Leaf Coffeehouse right on the Fox River, where they have plenty of options for coffee, espresso and breakfast or lunch dishes. They are a clean-food café and coffee shop that doubles as a comfy community hangout with a cozy vibe.
Explore the Fox River
Photos Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography
Come explore the Fox River in downtown St. Charles after breakfast. Take a walk on the scenic trails, which can take you to various spots such as Mt. St. Mary Park, where you can wander and gander at sculptures, or Pottawatomie Park where you can rent a pedal boat, kayak or go mini-golfing!
Afternoon
Lunch
Photos Courtesy of Smitty's on the Corner
Lunch in St. Charles can be a bit overwhelming due to the significant amount of places you can go to! But with that, the good news is we can accommodate anything you are hungry for! Smitty's on the Corner is a local favorite staple located right downtown. From the Turkey Berry on Cracked Wheat Bread and the San Francisco Roast Beef to the traditional Grilled Reuben and Millie's Tuna Melt, you won't find sandwiches this delicious anywhere else in Kane County.
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Ride a Paddlewheel Riverboat or Go Shopping
Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography
From late spring to early fall, you can take a scenic ride on the historic Paddlewheel Riverboats, where you can cruise along the Fox River and enjoy a myriad of sights. If you would rather do some shopping, stop in Jeans and a Cute Top Shop for the latest fashion trends, Magnolia Soap & Bath for plant based essentials, or trend + relic for unique furniture, jewelry, art, and more that you just can't find anywhere else!
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Have a Sweet Treat
Photo 2 Courtesy of Smallcakes
Later on, treat yourself to some amazing treats in downtown St. Charles. Try Kilwins for unbelievable, famous fudge and other confectionaries, or Smallcakes for some delectable cupcakes!
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Evening
Dine
Photo 1 Courtesy of Alter Brewing + Kitchen. Photo 2 Courtesy of C&E Photography
St. Charles has plenty of options to end your day. For an amazing outdoor patios (and even better fare), visit Whiskey Bend, The Office Bar & Grill, Alter Brewing + Kitchen, and McNally's Irish Pub & Kitchen to just name a few.
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After Dinner Drinks
Now that you've just finished up your amazing dinner, it's time for drinks! Just down the street, you can stop into R House who is known for stirring up amazing cocktails in an exciting environment or the The Lewis, a 70's themed cocktail, wine, and whiskey bar, located a stone's throw away from the downtown bridge.
Keep the Night Going
Photos Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography
Not ready to end your fantastic day trip to St. Charles? Keep the night going by visiting the historic Arcada Theatre! Opened in 1926, the Arcada Theare is home to over 250 events each year, on top of other venues inside for you to discover such as Club Arcada, Rock 'N Ravioli, or Rock 'N Za.
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