Woodstock is a small, yet charming town located in Illinois, at about 51 miles Northwest of Chicago. The population of Woodstock, according to the 2010 census is an estimate of 24.770. Woodstock is the home of the historic Woodstock Opera House and the Old McHenry County Courthouse. Woodstock was settled in 1845. The railroad was a vital artery for the growing town. At the same time, it allowed Woodstock to become an industrial presence in the state. Recently, Woodstock has become the Typewriter City, since it is home to the Emerson Typewriter Company.
Top Attractions Within Woodstock
The Woodstock Opera House is one of the landmarks of Woodstock. It is a historical venue for performing arts and receptions and designed as a multi-use facility, including City hall, and the police and fire departments. The Woodstock Opera House was built in 1889 for a cost of $25.000. Some of the artists that have performed here include Orson Wells and Paul Newman.
Woodstock Public House is the place to get the evening started in Woodstock. Here, you can serve the coolest and the freshest beer in town, accompanied by great music and a friendly atmosphere. Aside from the bar, there is also a dining area, where you can serve some of the most delicious meals, such as potato soup, ribs, steaks, fries and pancakes.
Pirro's Restaurante is the place in Woodstock, where you can enjoy some of the finest Italian dishes. The menu is varied and you can choose from so many mouthwatering dishes, such as Calzone, Pizza, Cannoli, Soup, Salads and Pasta. The ambiance is very pleasant, the staff friendly. The restaurant has also got a fine wine selection brought directly from Italy.
La Petite Creperie and Bistrot. If you want to enjoy some crepes in the French style, then this charming eating spot in Woodstock is the perfect place to come. There are so many mouthwatering desserts, that you will have difficulties in choosing. The ambiance is pleasant and it resembles the petits bistros on the Seine.
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Book At | Miles/km to Woodstock | Directions to Woodstock | Latitude | Longitude |
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Crystal Lake | 8/14 | Directions | 42.24113 | -88.3162 |
Mchenry | 9/15 | Directions | 42.33336 | -88.26675 |
Huntley | 10/16 | Directions | 42.16808 | -88.42814 |
Algonquin | 13/21 | Directions | 42.16558 | -88.29425 |
Dundee | 15/24 | Directions | 42.125092 | -88.304355 |
Wauconda | 16/26 | Directions | 42.25891 | -88.13925 |
Round Lk Hts | 18/29 | Directions | 42.380295 | -88.104258 |
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