- The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near Utica, Illinois, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Forests and Waterfalls.
- From Matthiessen State Park to Starved Rock State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Utica and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ottawa and La Salle.
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48.2 Miles
Beginning at the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site, the I&m Canal Trail is a 2.76-mile nature trail popular for a number of recreational activities. These include running, biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing along the trail.
48.4 Miles
Wheels O' Time Museum educate people of all ages about the history of Peoria. In here there are exhibited items from as far as 100 years ago.
48.8 Miles
Route 66 Raceway is a tribute to the legendary Route 66. This is a ¼ mile drag race strip and a ½ mile dirt oval, with 30,000 sits positioned on the U shaped grandstand.
48.8 Miles
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2815 Showplace Drive, Naperville, IL 60564
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A 16-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Naperville 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, independent films, arcade games, theater rentals and a concession area.
48.9 Miles
Situated on 40 acres of wilderness, Red Oak Nature Center offers a variety of educational experiences for children to learn about native plant and animal life in the area. In addition to trails, the park has a cave to explore.
48.9 Miles
Providing a variety of activities for all ages, Sport Zone Park is suitable for family or group outings. Featuring both indoor and outdoor golf, go-karts, soccer and batting cages, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
49.0 Miles
Featuring inflatable and metal obstacles, Fox Paintball offers visitors a variety of themed paintball fields such as Stonehenge, Xball, Ulimate Air, and woodlands courses. The park also hosts scenario events, tournaments, and team practices.
49.0 Miles
Surrounded by 40 forested acres, Red Oak Nature Center and features seven hiking trails that are open until sunset. Inside the free center visitors can enjoy multiple classrooms and a wildlife viewing room with turtle and fish habitats.
49.4 Miles
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480 votes
1650 Premium Outlets Boulevard, Aurora, IL 60502
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Visit Chicago Premiun Outlets about a half hour outside of the city of Chicago. There ar 120 outlet stores to choose from, including clothing, home furnishings, gift shops and food.
49.4 Miles
Mt. Hawley Bowl offers good bowling experience in a family-friendly atmosphere. The staff is accommodating, the place is clean, and there is a not very fancy bar.