Did you know that you'll find the world's largest laundromat in Illinois? Yes, you read that correctly: while there are plenty of quirky roadside attractions and hidden gems in Illinois, the World's Largest Laundromat might just take the cake as most impressive. Talking about chores is no fun, but this locale finds a way to make it a little more exciting. Visit this massive yet well-maintained laundromat for a unique experience that you'll certainly never forget. In fact, there are so many things to enjoy here that you might not even want to leave when your laundry is done.
Offering everything from free food to games to live animals, this isn't your typical laundromat. Scroll on to check it out.
World's Largest Laundromat is exactly what its name suggests. Open 24 hours per day, seven days a week, this paradise of stain remover and fabric softener just outside of Chicago in the town of Berwyn is much more than a place to do chores. In fact, it's nothing short of an epic experience.
The giant laundromat holds its all-night hours in order to accommodate anyone's schedule. It spans 13,500 square feet and features a whopping 300 machines, including massive washers that can hold up to 90 pounds of laundry. If you've been putting off doing the wash, this spot will help you get the job done.
There are a wealth of activities here to keep you entertained while you do your laundry. Visitors can enjoy free WiFi, video games, a on-site bird sanctuary, a 90-inch television, 16 flat-screen televisions, and a custom area for kids to do homework and play.
Fun events take place regularly and entertainers often stop by to put smiles on the faces of guests. Around Christmas, Santa even comes to visit. We weren't kidding when we said this was anything but an ordinary laundromat.
One of the best things about World's Largest Laundromat is that guests can enjoy free coffee all day. In the mornings, free donuts are also available for patrons. When you don't have time to whip up breakfast, nothing beats free coffee and donuts.
If you happen to stop by on a Wednesday, you'll even find free pizza waiting for you. Aiming to change the way you view doing the wash, this Illinois treasure is so much more than a laundromat.
World's Largest Laundromat brings in about 20 pizzas for this special customer appreciation treat. Yum!
If that weren't enough, the laundromat was awarded the title of world's largest in 1983 by the Coin Laundry Association. It is estimated to be about four times bigger than most. Patrons regularly report that the interior is beautiful, clean, and bright.
World's Largest Laundromat is also the greenest laundromat in the world. There are 63 solar panels installed on the roof for heating the water, so you can feel good about doing your laundry here.
This is definitely something you're going to have to see to believe. Even on holidays, this giant laundromat never closes, so you can stop by anytime. The entrance welcomes guests with the word for "welcome" in 31 different languages, making this worldly attraction a place for all.
For all the details about the World's Largest Laundromat in Illinois, head to its official Facebook page or website. Have you been lucky enough to stop in for a wash cycle at this one-of-a-kind gem? We want to hear from you, so share your experiences with us in the Facebook comments or recommend another awesome day trip destination in Illinois by completing our nomination form.
Searching for something else out-of-the-box to do with family? Read about the 10 weirdest places to go in Illinois.
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