- 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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            Traveling Lake Michigan, Caliente Charters offers full-service fishing excursions aboard a spacious and luxurious boat with advanced technology. Each trip comes with an experienced crew, supplies and equipment to fish for salmon, trout or perch.        
    
    
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            Built in 1914, Chicago's Wrigley Field is one of baseball's finest treasures. Young and old alike will enjoy the heritage and history of experiencing a ball game, refreshment, and a meal at this venerable ballpark.        
    
    
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            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.        
    
    
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            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.        
    
    
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            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.        
    
    
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                201 W. 10th Street, Lockport, IL 60441
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            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.        
    
    
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            William Alexander is a wine studio that offers an extensive wine list that includes exquisite bottles from around the globe. All wines have been hand selected and are paired with food and outstanding musicians who perform during live music acts.        
    
    
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            A spacious field, Ben Diamond Park provides for an array of outdoor activities including tennis, basketball and a playground for younger kids to enjoy. There is also a special, designated area for picnics, grilling and large gatherings.        
    
    
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            The 400-acre Waukegan Municipal Beach is a municipal beach that offers opportunities for fishing, competitive boat racing, kite boarding, kayaking, and swimming. The beach has a number of sand volleyball courts.