Rockford
About 145,000 people.
Rockford is a friendly city in northern Illinois along the Rock River, once famous for making furniture and machines. Today it is known for its gorgeous gardens and museums.
You can wander the peaceful Anderson Japanese Gardens, splash at the Magic Waters water park, or explore hands-on fun at the Discovery Center Museum.
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Beautiful Gardens
Anderson Japanese Gardens is a calm and lovely place with little waterfalls, koi ponds, and winding paths that feel like a peaceful storybook.
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Museums for Kids
The Discovery Center Museum is packed with buttons to push and experiments to try, making it a favorite rainy-day spot for curious kids.