Free & Cheap Things to Do in Des Plaines, IL

  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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22.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
Fishing 55 N Harbor Pl, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
With access to Waukegan Harbor, Windy City Salmon Fishing Charters takes visitors on a fishing tour of the surrounding region. Trout and salmon are among some of the fish that can be caught and filleted on the boat.
22.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Fishing 55 N Harbor Pl, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Kristy Lynn Charters is a fishing charter company that provides fishing charters at the Waukegan Harbor. The excursion company provides a variety of amenities including fishing equipment, restrooms, and bait and tackle.
22.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 2616 Washington, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Popular with all ages, Bertrand Bowling Lanes Incorporated is a fun place for friends and family to gather. Along with offering bowling leagues, it also provides for open bowling, video gaming, pool tables and concessions.
22.7 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks #1 Alan Drive, Algonquin, IL MoreLess Info
Located along a stretch of the Fox River, Buffalo Park Forest Preserve is a woodland retreat. It offers hiking and biking paths, scenic views, river access, and a sledding hill, when the weather permits. There is also a campground.
22.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Children's Play Area 101 Ambrogio Dr, Ste E, Gurnee, IL 60031 MoreLess Info
Organizing activities for children, The Little Gym provides gymnastics and dance classes for ages three and up. The gym offers birthday party packages that include fun activities and a party room.
22.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 9320 S Kenton Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Open year-round, the Oak Lawn Park District Ice Arena is a community operated facility with party rooms and facilities available to rent. The district offers skating and figure skating lessons as well as hosting local recreational hockey leagues.
22.8 Miles
91% 13537 votes
Art Museum 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 MoreLess Info
Chicago's Museum of Science & Industry is found in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The museum includes live laboratory programs and science exhibits, plus an Omnimax Theater and other science shows.
22.8 Miles
79% 57 votes
Observation Decks 455 Aurora Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540 MoreLess Info
Climb to the top of the 14-story tall Millennium Carillion and you can experience the wondrous musical bells and a breath-taking view of Naperville and beyond. Visitors also enjoy concerts from the lawns surrounding the tower.
22.8 Miles
100% 26 votes
Children's Museums 5100 Museum Drive, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
The Children's Museum in Oak Lawn offers children a range of activities that involve play based education. The Children's Museum in Oak Lawn provides programs and exhibits. There are two floors which offer different types of activities.
22.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 39 E Madison Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Traveling Lake Michigan, Caliente Charters offers full-service fishing excursions aboard a spacious and luxurious boat with advanced technology. Each trip comes with an experienced crew, supplies and equipment to fish for salmon, trout or perch.
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