Free & Cheap Things to Do in Crystal Lake, IL

  • The list below includes 323 free or cheap things to do in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Three Oaks Recreation Area to Veteran Acres Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Crystal Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elgin and Libertyville.
  • The list below includes 323 free or cheap things to do in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Three Oaks Recreation Area to Veteran Acres Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Crystal Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elgin and Libertyville.
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43.4 Miles
97% 29636 votes
Art Museum 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603 MoreLess Info
Find the Art Institute of Chicago located along Michigan Avenue in Chicago. The museum includes everything from Medieval artwork, to Asian, Indian and Modern paintings, sculptures, jewelry, mosaics and vases.
43.4 Miles
96% 25858 votes
Parks 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602 MoreLess Info
Chicago's Millennium Park is a public park located to the north of the Art Institute of Chicago. The area features an ice rink, concerts, a garden setting and art exhibits.
43.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy interactive exhibits at the Isle a la Cache Museum which cover the local area's history during the 18th century. Along with artifacts linked to the Great Lakes fur trade, there is a replica Native American longhouse.
43.5 Miles
91% 558 votes
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The Loop

Neighborhoods 701 South State State, Chicago, IL 60605 MoreLess Info
The Chicago Loop is a business district that serves as the home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Columbia College Chicago, The Art Institute of Chicago, and Lyric Opera Chicago. The location is also the home of many consulates.
43.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Hiking Trails E Romeo Rd Centennial Trl, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
The total amount of land that belongs to the Centennial Trail - I&M Canal Trail and surrounding area covers 486 acres. The trail itself is 10.8 miles long and can be used for biking, hiking, showshoeing, and cross country skiing.
43.5 Miles
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Paintball 5946 Us Hwy 51 S, Janesville, WI 53545 MoreLess Info
At The Edge Paintball Experience, visitors can compete in teams against others in an outdoor paintball arena. Visitors can use the inflatable obstacles scattered on the course as a tactical advantage.
43.6 Miles
82% 702 votes
Jazz/Blues Bars 700 South Wabash, Chicago, IL 60605 MoreLess Info
Buddy Guy's Legends is a blues bars that features performances from the likes of Larry Carlton and The Nu Blu Band. Visitors of the site can order classic bar food items like buffalo wings, oysters, gumbo, and crab cakes.
43.6 Miles
89% 594 votes
Parks 500 South Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60604 MoreLess Info
At Grant Park, guests will have the opportunity to visit the Art Institute, the Adler Planetarium, and the Field Museum. This 319 acre site also features a variety of sculptures and the Buckingham Fountain.
43.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds Plainfield, IL MoreLess Info
Located along a lake, Bruce Ponti Memorial Park features a large grassy area suitable for sports and other recreational activities. The park provides a children's playground, paved walking paths, trees, benches and sand volleyball courts.
43.7 Miles
66% 7893 votes
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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.
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