Free & Cheap Things to Do in Great Lakes, IL

  • The list below includes 404 free or cheap things to do in or near Great Lakes, Illinois, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Military Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Great Lakes Naval Museum to Belvidere Arcade, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Great Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Kenosha and Waukegan.
  • The list below includes 404 free or cheap things to do in or near Great Lakes, Illinois, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Military Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Great Lakes Naval Museum to Belvidere Arcade, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Great Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Kenosha and Waukegan.
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0.6 Miles
88% 32 votes
Military Museums Naval Station Great Lakes Main Gate on Sheridan Road, Great Lakes, IL 60088 MoreLess Info
Free to tourists, the Great Lakes Naval Museum offers guided tours and a valuable education concerning the history of the military, particularly the U.S. Navy. Throughout the year, special events and activities are planned for children and youth groups.
2.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Arcades 2147 Belvidere Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Located among the Shops at Prudential Center, the Belvidere Arcade features a variety of contemporary and classic coin-operated video games dating back to the 1970s and 80s. Games offered include Centipede and Ms Pac-man.
3.2 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 631 Lakehurst Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Brunswick Zone - Fountain Square is a bowling alley and arcade. The bowling alley features 32 lanes, 2 billiards tables, arcade games, a lounge, and a snack bar. Brunswick Zone is also venue to several bowling leagues.
3.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 109 South Genesee, Waukegan, IL MoreLess Info
The Dandelion Gallery is home to a handful of artists who feature work in a variety of mediums and work to provide culture to the community. The gallery hosts many competitions and events throughout the year.
3.6 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.
3.6 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.
3.7 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.
3.8 Miles
94% 170 votes
Music Venue 203 North Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1927 and now capable of welcoming 2,427 people, the Genesee Theatre has hosted stars such as Bryan Adams, The Temptations, Jerry Seinfeld, James Brown, and many others.
3.8 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.
4.0 Miles
63% 8 votes
Beaches 201 Seahorse Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
The 400-acre Waukegan Municipal Beach is a municipal beach that offers opportunities for fishing, competitive boat racing, kite boarding, kayaking, and swimming. The beach has a number of sand volleyball courts.
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