About Niles

"Nestled along the Chicago River, Niles is a picture-perfect suburb boasting equally picturesque homes. From cozy Colonial houses to pristine parks to the 94-foot Leaning Tower of Niles, this northern village offers plenty of character. Multiple shopping centers, theaters, and an eclectic dining scene make up what is not residential in this charming community. Residents also appreciate the area’s friendly sense of community and many local amenities. Click here for more
Niles is a picturesque suburb centered around the Chicago River and Milwaukee Avenue. Just 15 miles north of Chicago, the village provides easy access to city business and entertainment. Niles is just 2 miles away from the Morton Grove Metra Station, where commuters can take the Milwaukee District North Line to Chicago’s Union Station. For drivers, Niles is just 5 minutes driving distance from the I-94 Edens Expressway and 7 minutes from the I-90 Kennedy Expressway. Niles has four international sister cities: Nafplion, Greece; Leixlip, Ireland; Limanowa, Poland; and Pisa, Italy. In honor of its partnership with Pisa and the scientist Galileo Galilei, Niles features a 94-foot tall half-scale replica of the Leaning Tower on Touhy Avenue. This Leaning Tower of Niles was built in 1934, 600 years after the original. The Niles Park District provides a number of facilities for entertainment, recreation, and relaxation. District programs cater to children, teens, and adults."

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