Free & Cheap Things to Do in Zion, IL

  • The list below includes 211 free or cheap things to do in or near Zion, Illinois, including 102 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Farms & Ranches and National & State Parks.
  • From Illinois Beach State Park to Zion Leisure Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Zion and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kenosha, Waukegan, Racine and Buffalo Grove.
  • The list below includes 211 free or cheap things to do in or near Zion, Illinois, including 102 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Farms & Ranches and National & State Parks.
  • From Illinois Beach State Park to Zion Leisure Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Zion and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kenosha, Waukegan, Racine and Buffalo Grove.
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44.0 Miles
100% 15 votes
Parks 8 North Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
Running along Fox River, Pottawatomie Park provides access for fishing and boating and also has a trail along the river. The park features a miniature golf course, playgrounds, picnic areas, sports facilities and an amphitheater for events.
44.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Forests SE Corner of Rt 53 & Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
The Hidden Lake Forest Preserve is a small natural preserve that is home to Round Meadow Lake and Eagle Lake. The preserve has a number of hiking trails that can be used for running or walking.
44.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 9N670 Kendall Road, Elgin, IL 60124 MoreLess Info
Located on 22 sprawling acres, the Sapphire Hills Stable features indoor, outdoor, and general open space for trial riding. Lessons are offered throughout the week for beginners or even advanced riders.
44.0 Miles
42% 36 votes
Movie Theaters 2500 N Mayfair Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an IMAX screen, AMC Mayfair Mall 18 displays first-run feature films along with independent films. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals for private events and a concession area with food and drinks.
44.2 Miles
90% 149 votes
Music Venue 105 East Main Street, St. Charles, IL MoreLess Info
The Arcada Theatre is housed by a 1926 building which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, and it has been staging shows since then. It has a maximum seating capacity of 900 and has hosted artists such as Joan Rivers and Kenny Rogers.
44.2 Miles
98% 172 votes
Military Museums 1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
The First Division Museum at Cantigny is dedicated to the First Infantry Division, and tells a story which dates back to WWI. Uniforms, medals of Honor, weapons, vehicles, and even tanks are included in the permanent collection.
44.2 Miles
100% 8 votes
Historic Sites 215 East Main Street, St. Charles, IL MoreLess Info
Filled with Civil War displays, St. Charles Heritage Center is a historic building that feature a mix of rotating and permanent exhibits. Visitors can learn about the first settlers to the area and about life in the 1920s.
44.2 Miles
73% 41 votes
Music Venue 105 E Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
First built in 1926, Arcada Theatre has served as a home for live performing arts and concerts for over eight decades. Notable performers like Jerry Lewis, George Burns and Gracie Allen, and Vincent Price have taken the stage here.
44.2 Miles
67% 3 votes
Art Museum 215 E Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
The St Charles Heritage Center is a community center that as the goal of collecting, preserving, and presenting the history of St. Charles. The museum provides educational programs, exhibits, and articles to the community.
44.3 Miles
66% 104 votes
Pubs 109 W Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
Burgers, beers, and BBQ chicken are a few of the menu options offered at McNally's Irish Pub, a traditional Irish pub popular among local residents. Pub food and a full drink menu are what make this pub a popular one.
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