Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wheaton, IL

  • The list below includes 668 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheaton, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Flea Markets and Movie Theaters.
  • From Cantigny Park to Illinois Prairie Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheaton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 668 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheaton, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Flea Markets and Movie Theaters.
  • From Cantigny Park to Illinois Prairie Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheaton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
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25.7 Miles
62% 1471 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 MoreLess Info
At the Adler Planetarium, guests will have the chance to gather information, visit a variety of exhibitions, and attend shows that teach visitors about space. The location also features a gift store and a cafe.
25.7 Miles
94% 35 votes
Art Museum 40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 MoreLess Info
It's a pleasure to visit a place which is as expansive and as grand as the Mary and Leigh Block Museum. Exhibits are vast and various. Artists featured are of the highest standards and authenticity.
25.7 Miles
92% 13 votes
Children's Play Area 404 Linden Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
Little ones can explore and learn in the hands-on play spaces at Growth Spurts. The play place offers different types of learning and play for different ages and stages as well as special classes for learning and interacting with others.
25.8 Miles
93% 14 votes
Music Venue Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 MoreLess Info
At Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, visitors can see a wide variety of performances, from live orchestra music to stand up comedy from nationally recognized comedians. The concert hall also hosts student performances from the Northwestern University's school of music.
25.9 Miles
83% 65 votes
Lighthouses 2601 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
Sharing the site with the Evanston Art Centre, the Grosse Point Lighthouse was built in 1883 by the US Government. Since it was the first lighthouse built in this area, it is now a National Historic Landmark.
25.9 Miles
66% 7893 votes
696

Navy Pier

Piers & Boardwalks 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 MoreLess Info
Historic Navy Pier contains 50 acres of parks, unique shops, promenades, eateries, and a variety of entertainment attractions. Over 8 million visitors per year enjoy the 15-story tall Ferris wheel, Children's Museum, and cruise boat rides on the lake.
25.9 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks Oak Park, IL 60304 MoreLess Info
Common park-related facilities are provided by the Euclid Square Park. There are nearly three acres of open land, a soccer field, four tennis courts, playground equipment, a ballfield, and a specially designed tot lot.
25.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 1200 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
The Wilmette Park District is a park district that features a community garden, a community play field, and a number of recreational parks. The district is also home to a youth soccer league.
25.9 Miles
33% 3 votes
Fishing 1091 W Dearborn Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 MoreLess Info
Spendthrift Charters provides private fishing charters on Lake Michigan. Visitors can embark on fishing trips captained by licensed members of the Coast Guard ranging from 5 to 8 hours, and can fish for perch, salmon and trout.
26.0 Miles
97% 38 votes
Farmers Markets 10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
Tom's Farm Market & Greenhouse is a farm stand that also has a garden center, a bakery, a lunch cafe, and a gourmet shop. The market hosts educational tours for students.
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