Overview
Lemont is a village in the Chicagoland region of Illinois, a state in the Midwest of the United States of America.
5 sights · 4 things to do · 5 places to eat · 3 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Lemont
St. James at Sag Bridge
Lemont Area Historical Society and Museum
Slovenian Catholic/Cultural Center
Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago
Lithuanian World Center
Heritage Quarries Recreation Area
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Jun. (climate data from nearby Chicago)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MDW Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago — 14 mi away (major hub). Directions
- ORD Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago — 21 mi away (major hub). Directions
Lemont is accessible by from I-355 (Veterans Memorial Tollway) on the western edge of town and Route 83 on the eastern edge of town; I-55 is approximately three miles north of Lemont via Lemont Road.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Lemont Area Historical Society and Museum, Heritage Quarries Recreation Area, Slovenian Catholic/Cultural Center
- Lunch La Dolce Vita
- Afternoon Lithuanian World Center, Lemont Center for the Arts
- Dinner Turnabout Pizza
- Evening Pollyanna Brewing Company
Day 2
- Morning St. James at Sag Bridge
- Lunch Jimbo's Pizza
- Afternoon Sagawau Environmental Learning Center
- Dinner Rustic Knead
- Evening Corner Stone Tavern
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
Lemont is accessible by from I-355 (Veterans Memorial Tollway) on the western edge of town and Route 83 on the eastern edge of town; I-55 is approximately three miles north of Lemont via Lemont Road.
The Corridor Heritage Corridor Metra commuter rail line connects Lemont to Joliet (to the southwest) and Chicago (to the northwest) on a limited weekday schedule, including morning inbound service towards Chicago and evening outbound service.
Go Lemont railway station
Get around
The best ways to get around Lemont are by vehicle, bike, or on foot, as Lemont is small and relatively pedestrian friendly. Pace Transit Services also offers a limited Dial-A-Ride service that may be used on demand or booked up to one week in advance.
See
Do
Eat
Eat Lemon Tree
Family owned fast food restaurant. Locally famous for seriously garlicy garlic fries.
Eat Rustic Knead
Independent bakery and sandwich shop that offers breakfast, lunch, and perhaps the best coffee in town.
Drink
Drink Pollyanna Brewing Company
Sleep
Stay D-Lux Budget Inn
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