- Our list of the best things to do in Elgin, Illinois, features the top 688 nearby activities — including 254 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Elgin, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 18 things to do within the city of Elgin, IL , followed by 670 popular activities in nearby cities, including Aurora, West Chicago, Glenview, Lombard, Naperville, Wheaton, St. Charles, Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Buffalo Grove, Glen Ellyn, Downers Grove, Geneva, Arlington Heights, Elmhurst, Elk Grove Village, Mundelein, Palatine, Crystal Lake, Hoffman Estates, Woodstock, Park Ridge, Niles, Mount Prospect, Northbrook, Bloomingdale, Grayslake, Wheeling, Woodridge, Bartlett, Carol Stream, Barrington, Addison, Batavia, Vernon Hills, Algonquin, Libertyville, Oak Brook, Lisle, Lincolnshire, Oswego, Huntley, Bolingbrook, Carpentersville, Rosemont, Dekalb, Streamwood, Mchenry, De Kalb and Lake In The Hills
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            The Zion Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of the city of Zion. The society maintains a variety of local landmarks, including Shiloh House.        
    
    
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                11211 120th Avenue, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
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            At the Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlet, shoppers find clothing for the whole family, shoes, luggage, jewelry, housewares, and gifts. Shoppers can also find food to dine on in the food court.        
    
    
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            The Chicago Forest Preserve is a collection of nature trails spanning over 200 miles in total. Visitors to the trails commonly enjoy walking, biking, or jogging and enjoying the natural scenery around them.        
    
    
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            Cherry Valley's Butler Park is an outdoor green space open to the public. It features a variety of amenities, including a playground with swings and jungle gym, rest room facilities, and picnic areas.        
    
    
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                5900 S. Perryville Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016
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            A 60-acre wilderness preserve, the Espencheid Memorial Forest Preserve is a natural spot to launch a kayak or canoe in the Kishwaukee River. The preserve itself is full of mature oak trees, and offers scenic woodland views.        
    
    
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                16350 S La Grange Road, Orland Park, IL 60467
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            Digital projection and 3D showings are a few ways guests enjoy the current box office hits at Marcus Cinemas Orland Park. There's also an Ultra Screen, which is 70 feet wide and three stories tall.        
    
    
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                7820 Cherry Vale North Blvd, Cherry Valley, IL 61016
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            Tropical twisters, a paradise pipeline, a little lagoon, and a tiki island are only some of the attractions at the Magic Waters Waterpark. Eateries are also found in here, as well as lodgings.        
    
    
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            Although the park itself is 271 acres, the beach is rather small. However, it is very clean and has good restroom facilities.        
    
    
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            Birthday parties, open play, and learn-to-bowl classes are among the many reasons that bring individuals to Orland Bowl, a public bowling alley. The alley also offers an attached pro shop as well as a pub with food.