The Leaning Tower of Niles, a half-size replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, built in 1934.
Area Guide
Beautiful Niles, IL is located just beyond Chicago’s northwest city limits and has a population of 30,000. Many people will recognize Niles’ Leaning Tower, which is a half-size replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. In 2011, Niles was named “America’s Best, Affordable Place to Raise Kids” by Businessweek.com.
Generations at Regency is conveniently located on Milwaukee Avenue along the banks of the North Branch of the Chicago River, which runs through the nearby forest preserves of Bunker Hill and Caldwell Woods.
Restaurants
SuperDawg
SuperDawg is one of Chicagoland’s original hot dog drive-in restaurants and has been a staple at the intersection of Devon and Milwaukee since 1948.
.05 mile south of Generations at Regency
Red Apple
Featuring one of the most delicious Polish buffets in all Chicagoland, Red Apple is located on Milwaukee Avenue just 1/4 south of Generations at Regency.
.25 mile south of Generations at Regency
White Eagle
White Eagle Banquets and Restaurant has been host to many banquets and events throughout the area for more than 5 decades. Featuring beautiful dining and elegant banquet halls, White Eagle is located just 1/4 north of Generations at Regency on Milwaukee Avenue.
.25 mile north of Generations at Regency
Hotels
Holiday Inn Chicago North Shore
5300 W. Touhy Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077
847-679-8900
3.2 Miles from Generations at Regency
Edgebrook Motel
6401 W. Touhy, Chicago, IL 60646
773-774-4200
1.3 miles from Generations at Regency
Attractions, Shopping and Entertainment
Golf Mill Shopping Center
Indoor mall with over 100 shops and business including Target, Kohl’s, Sears, JCPenny, AMC movie theaters, and a kids play area. Located at Golf Road and Milwaukee Avenue.
239 Golf Mill Center, Niles, IL 60714
847-699-1070
4.3 miles from Generations at Regency
Village Crossing Shopping Center
AMC Movie Theaters and major retailers including Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Bed Bath & Beyond, and restaurants including Lone Star, Chili’s, Noodles & Company, and more.
Touhy and Niles Center Road, Skokie/Niles, IL
2.9 miles from Generations at Regency
Leaning Tower of Niles
Constructed in 1934 by industrialist Robert Ilg, it is a 1/2 size replica of the original Leaning Tower of Pisa, located in Niles’ sister city of Pisa, Italy. The surrounding parkway and plaza feature gardens and walkways. Several city sponsored concerts take place during the summer months.
1.7 miles from Generations at Regency
Pickwick Theater
The historic Pickwick Theater opened its doors in Park Ridge in 1928 as a vaudeville stage and movie theater. It was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 and is still in operation today.
2.6 miles from Generations at Regency
Caldwell Woods & Bunker Hill Forest Preserves
With the entrance to Caldwell Woods only 1/2 mile south of Generations at Regency, these forest preserves feature beautiful trails and wildlife for all to enjoy during any season.
0.5 mile from Generations at Regency
