- Our list of the best things to do in Urbana, Illinois, features the top 54 nearby activities — including 25 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Urbana, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Urbana, IL , followed by 30 popular activities in nearby cities, including Champaign
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102 East University Avenue, Champaign, IL
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Documenting the history of the Champaign-Urbana county area, the Champaign County Historical Museum contains artifacts from local residents. Exhibits hold military memorabilia, antique toys, a ballroom with dresses and suits, and a replica grocery store.
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For visitors who enjoy nightlife and entertainment, the SoDo Theatre is a venue that features a variety of visual and performing arts. Show types include improv comedy, plays, musical performances, and more.
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The Champaign Public Library has been reopened as of 2008, now being not only a place from where you can borrow a book, but also a place where friends can gather.
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The Orpheum Children's Science Museum is intended for children with ages ranging from kindergarten to 5th grade. It hosts programs such as school field trips, birthday parties and special educational events.
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Opened for the first time in 1913, the Art Theater is an independent theatre meant for true moviegoers. It can be rented for special events, such as private movie screening, corporate meetings and even weddings.
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1800 S. First Street, Champaign, IL 61820
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Also named State Farm Centre, the University of Illinois Assembly Hall has been the guest of many types of shows since 1961. From Broadways shows to family shows, with superstars like U2 and Frank Sinatra, this arena can accommodate more than 16,000 spectators.
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Partake of the fresh air and exercise of a scenic spin on the University Research Park Trail. This trail is a bike path loop just over a mile long, decorated with art and flowers your aesthetic enjoyment.
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Virginia Theatre is the place where dance, music, film festivals and theatre plays are always welcomed. This year's film festival Ebertfest is a tribute to the late Pulitzer Prize winner Roger Ebert.
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The West Side Park located in Champaign-Urbana is an exotic location for children's games in a large playground area. There are many iconic statues and tributes placed around its lush park area and walking paths.
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Jogging, walking the dog, playing garden sports, going for a picnic, these are just a couple of things that can be done in Hesse Park's 26,9 acres.