Free & Cheap Things to Do in Batavia, IL

  • The list below includes 433 free or cheap things to do in or near Batavia, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Gallery, Arts Centers and History Museums.
  • From Red Oak Nature Center to Batavia Bark Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Batavia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Lombard, Aurora and Naperville.
  • The list below includes 433 free or cheap things to do in or near Batavia, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Gallery, Arts Centers and History Museums.
  • From Red Oak Nature Center to Batavia Bark Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Batavia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Lombard, Aurora and Naperville.
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30.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
History Museums 1121 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
The Glenview History Center is a museum and library dedicated to preserving, nurturing, and promoting an awareness of Glenview’s local history. Attractions include the Hibbard Library, various educational programs, and the Farmhouse Museum.
30.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1331 Shermer Rd, Shermer Rd & Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Opened in the 1940s, Village Green showcases 10 acres of walkways, green gardens, and playgrounds. Picnic areas are featured as well as a full baseball diamond, and views of local businesses and passing trains are available.
30.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Forests 13800 S Harlem Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 MoreLess Info
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.
30.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding 2411 S Country Club Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, Woodstock Ranch offers full service horse boarding as well as training. The facility has over 80 miles of riding trails, and offers both private and group riding lessons.
31.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Fishing 7897 W 159th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Fishing Connection is a full service fishing outfitter that offers lures, reels, and custom built rods. They also offer live bait that includes night crawlers, red worms, trout worms, wax worms, and leeches.
31.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 9320 S Kenton Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Open year-round, the Oak Lawn Park District Ice Arena is a community operated facility with party rooms and facilities available to rent. The district offers skating and figure skating lessons as well as hosting local recreational hockey leagues.
31.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Neighborhoods 2200 Tanglewood Drive, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1961, the Valley-Lo Sports Club is a club offering a number of amenities and facilities for its guests to enjoy. These include an 18-hole golf course, a full-service club house, and numerous dining options.
31.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Specialty Museums 8031 Floral Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077 MoreLess Info
Operated by the Skokie Parks Department, the Skokie Heritage Museum & Log Cabin commemorate local history and celebrate local culture with temporary and permanent exhibits and a variety of special events and programs.
31.1 Miles
33% 3 votes
Fishing 1091 W Dearborn Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 MoreLess Info
Spendthrift Charters provides private fishing charters on Lake Michigan. Visitors can embark on fishing trips captained by licensed members of the Coast Guard ranging from 5 to 8 hours, and can fish for perch, salmon and trout.
31.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 109th & Laramie, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Visitors to Wolfe Wildlife Refuge can jog and bike on the paved walk path, visit the playground, and play basketball or volleyball on the courts. It's also home to a natural wetlands area with diverse animals and birds.
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