Things to Do in Bloomington, IL

  • Our list of the best things to do in Bloomington, Illinois, features the top 49 nearby activities — including 28 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Bloomington, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Amusement.
  • The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Bloomington, IL , followed by 25 popular activities in nearby cities, including Normal
  • Our list of the best things to do in Bloomington, Illinois, features the top 49 nearby activities — including 28 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Bloomington, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Amusement.
  • The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Bloomington, IL , followed by 25 popular activities in nearby cities, including Normal
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0.0 Miles
Fun run dotted with giant inflatables including bounce houses and slides ends with a party and raises funds for charity
0.7 Miles
95% 128 votes
Historic Homes 1000 Monroe Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
The David Davis Mansion State Historic Site has at its center the mansion of David Davis, Lincoln's mentor and campaign manager.
0.0 Miles
97% 63 votes
Walking Trails Bloomington, IL MoreLess Info
Constitution Trail is a walking, biking and riding trail that connects several neighborhoods in the area. Amenities like benches, water fountains, shelters and signs help to connect parks and other areas to the trail.
0.3 Miles
96% 46 votes
History Museums 200 N Main Street, Bloomington, IL MoreLess Info
Opened in 1904, McLean County Museum of History exhibits items concerning the local history, but not only. Probably the most well known artifact is the bench outside, where Lincoln himself sat.
1.1 Miles
80% 215 votes
Zoos 1020 S. Morris Ave., Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
Miller Park Zoo, although small in comparison with others, exhibits animals from all over the globe. Besides the daily feeding hours, which are open to the public, this zoo can also be rented by larger groups.
3.5 Miles
78% 32 votes
Aviation Museums 2929 East Empire St, Bloomington, IL MoreLess Info
The Prairie Aviation Museum is dedicated to the men and women that, in a way or another, served in the aviation. This museum not only shows the static exhibits, planes and the likes, but also tells their story.
0.3 Miles
100% 7 votes
Music Venue 209 E Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
The Castle Theatre is a live music venue that has served the area for decades after originally opening in 1916. The theatre hosts both local and national artists from a variety of music genres like blues, jazz, and alternative rock.
1.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Theaters 201 Robinhood Ln, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
Formed in 1923, the Community Players Theatre was originally founded by a women's club. It puts on a variety of performances every season for both children and adults, including popular Broadway shows after they have finished their official run.
0.7 Miles
93% 29 votes
Specialty Shops 103 North Robinson Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
The Beer Nuts tour will take the visitors on a tour of the factory and for the sampling of the 37 nuts specialties. The store sells clothing, sport gear, collectibles, and toys.
2.2 Miles
91% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 1111 Wylie Drive, Bloomington, IL 61705 MoreLess Info
The Bloomington Galaxy 14 Cinema is a movie theater that features assistive listening devices, stadium seating, birthday party rooms, and select Digital 3D auditoriums. The theater also serves food and beverages and has group ticket discounts.
4.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Statues Central Illinois Regional Airport, Bloomington, IL MoreLess Info
dlai E. Stevenson III bronze memorial is a twenty-foot tall bronze sculpture depicting a flame rising out of a public fountain. The statue currently stands in the courtyard of Illinois State University's Stevenson Hall for the Humanities.
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