Free & Cheap Things to Do in Vernon Hills, IL

  • The list below includes 506 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernon Hills, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Century Park to The Blast Zone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernon Hills and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Waukegan and Glenview.
  • The list below includes 506 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernon Hills, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Century Park to The Blast Zone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernon Hills and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Waukegan and Glenview.
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45.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Specialty Museums 509 N 1st Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 MoreLess Info
The Ellwood House Museum was formally owned by Issac Ellwood, founder of the first barbed wire factory. Now a museum, visitors can take a tour and learn about the history of the area and of barbed wire.
45.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Walking Trails Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
The Gaylord Donnelly Canal Trail is a 2.1-mile path that offers a hiking and walking opportunity to its visitors. The location contains markers that explain the history of the canal and the nearby area.
45.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 6241 James Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Currently in two segments, the Tinley Hiking Trail spans over 20 miles along several different forested areas and creeks. The trail is paved in asphalt to make it an easy trip to walk, jog, or bike.
45.7 Miles
42% 76 votes
Restaurants 1030 North Clark Street, Orland Park, IL MoreLess Info
The Dave and Busters which is located on Orland Park is a gaming, entertainment and amusement center. The gaming area is of a moderate size. The staff is gracious. It is also a culinary delight.
45.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Disc Golf 1321 E Drexel Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154 MoreLess Info
Abendschein Park is a community park that features a disc golf course along with a baseball field and a pond. The disc golf course combines open fields with lightly wooded areas and no major changes in elevation.
45.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 111 S 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 MoreLess Info
A small art gallery in the same building as the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce, the Nehring Cultural & Tourism Center features a variety of exhibits. Some exhibits center on art, while others center on natural or cultural history.
45.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 1006 W Lincoln Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008 MoreLess Info
The Belvidere Park District is a center for activities, recreation, and community events. It hosts events ranging from runs, dances, and triathlons to theatrical and musical presentations, and maintains athletic and playground facilities.
45.8 Miles
17% 6 votes
Fishing 741 E Renwick Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
The Plainfield Fishing Resort is a family owned and operated business that features park benches, picnic tables, restrooms, and swings. The nearby lake is stocked with Large Mouth Bass, Rock Bass, Blue Gill, and Walleye fish.
45.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Bars 15610 S Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Railsplitter Inn Sports Bar at Pioner Lanes is a bowling center with a full service grill and bar that features 15 taps. The bowling center host leagues and parties and also features an on site pro shop.
45.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 23144 W Renwick Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
A 200-acre lake with surrounding habitats comprise the Lake Renwick Preserve - Heron Rookery Nature Preserve. The preserve is home to a wide variety of bird species such as herons and egrets as well as an abundance of plantlife.
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