- The list below includes 228 free or cheap things to do in or near Joliet, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Race Tracks, Parks, Hiking Trails and Arcades.
- From I&m Canal Trail to Pilcher Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Joliet and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Aurora, Naperville, Wheaton and Tinley Park.
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34.8 Miles
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1111 E Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194
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Part of the Schaumburg Park District, the Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary is a 135 acre nature preserve that includes wetland areas, forests, fields, and streams. The sanctuary is an ideal spot for bird watching or simply for quiet repose.
34.9 Miles
Water Tower Place offers guests the opportunity to shop at stores like Macy's, American Grill Place, and Abercrombie & Fitch. Visitors of this site can also eat at M Burger and view The Art of Dr. Seuss.
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53 Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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Elk Grove Bowl & Billiards is a bowling alley and pool hall that also features a pro shop, video arcade and bar and grill. They also offer cosmic bowling, league play, tournaments and party packages.
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875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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See four states at one time from the John Hancock Observatory in downtown Chicago. The tourist attraction is one of Chicago's tallest buildings, with the observatory located on the 94th floor.
35.1 Miles
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E Higgins Rd & Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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The Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a large 3,558 acre preserve populated by a 460 acre lake, several bike paths, and numerous picnic groves. The lake is open to canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and sailboats.
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With running trails snuggly wrapping around a picturesque lake, Lake Park is a favorite leisure spot for Des Plaines locals. The park also features an extensive grassy area with shady trees and picnic areas.
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Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities year-round at South Park. In addition to a recreation center, the park features baseball and tennis facilities, a summer wading pool and winter ice skating and sledding.
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Busse Woods
E Higgins Rd & Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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Locally known as Busse Woods, this managed park area is officially designated as the Ned Brown Preserve. It features wetlands, open fields, and heavy forest and is popular with fishermen, hikers, birdwatchers, and noted for a small pasture of elk.
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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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Oak Street Beach offers guests the opportunity to hike and swim in the waters of Lake Michigan. The location, which is often a site for beach volleyball games, also provides places for guests to purchase beer and cocktails.