Free & Cheap Things to Do in Aurora, IL

  • The list below includes 366 free or cheap things to do in or near Aurora, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Family Fun Center, Laser Tag, History Museums and Parks.
  • From RiverEdge Park to Waubonsie Lake Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aurora and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Lombard, Joliet and Naperville.
  • The list below includes 366 free or cheap things to do in or near Aurora, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Family Fun Center, Laser Tag, History Museums and Parks.
  • From RiverEdge Park to Waubonsie Lake Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aurora and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Lombard, Joliet and Naperville.
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17.7 Miles
- 1 votes
History Museums 23 W Maple Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Built in the 19th century, Lombard Historical Victorian Museum is a house from the Victorian era that visitors can tour to get a feel of what it was like to live in that time. The house is furnished with Victorian artifacts.
17.7 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 23 W Maple Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The Victorian Cottage Museum is a restored 19th century house with multiple first floor rooms furnished in authentic 1870s style. The upstairs area of the house is a museum celebrating the history and heritage of the area.
17.8 Miles
72% 117 votes
Music Venue 1000 N Rohlwing Rd, Ste 13, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Lombard's Brauerhouse is a bar, restaurant, and live music venue that has a singular vibe and personality. The venue offers a variety of food and beverage options, and hosts games and theme nights.
17.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Colleges & Universities 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL 60123 MoreLess Info
Providing a variety of educational programs, Elgin Community College has been in operation for well over sixty years. Numerous activities including sports, music and theater are also offered at their facilities.
17.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 269 Springfield Drive, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 MoreLess Info
Part of the Bloomingdale Park District, Springfield Park is within close proximity of Erickson School. Along with a shelter or pavilion, there is also a playground, basketball courts, baseball diamonds and soccer fields for added recreation.
17.9 Miles
92% 24 votes
Historic Buildings 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
Gaylord Building Historic Site presents a fantastically accurate, descriptive history about the place, especially the canal, with artifacts and pictures. The Gaylord building also houses the best restaurant of the town. It's a lively and informative destination.
17.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
History Museums 803 S State Street, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
Will County Historical Society preserves and displays the history of Will County. They offer a range of exhibits and share the history of Will County through their research and genealogical room, guided tours of the museum and gift shop.
17.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 8th St & Canal Street, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, Lockport's Lincoln Landing is a park landscaped with flowers, trees, and paths. The center of the park has a large bronze sculpture of Abraham Lincoln as a young man.
18.0 Miles
95% 19 votes
Art Museum 201 W. 10th Street, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
The Illinois State Museum Lockport Gallery offers art exhibitions of Illinois artists and artisans, including paintings, quilts, sculptures, and drawings. The art gallery also offers group tours and special events.
18.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 1010 S State Street, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
An art gallery that showcases the work of regional artists in various media, Wildwood Gallery & Framing offers works for purchase as well as framing services for prints and documents.
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