Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chicago, IL

  • The list below includes 478 free or cheap things to do in or near Chicago, Illinois, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Neighborhoods, Observation Decks and Jazz/Blues Bars.
  • From Lake Michigan to Millennium Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 478 free or cheap things to do in or near Chicago, Illinois, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Neighborhoods, Observation Decks and Jazz/Blues Bars.
  • From Lake Michigan to Millennium Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
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Explore three River North hotspots and sip craft beer paired with bacon snacks
19.9 Miles
61% 77 votes
Family Fun Center 1103 S Main Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Enchanted Castle is an amusement park with a variety of activities like laser tag, go-karts, bumper cars, mini-golf and bowling and many other attractions. There is also an arcade and refreshments including alcohol for adults.
19.9 Miles
80% 5 votes
Swimming Pool 411 S. Maple Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
The Big Surf Wave Pool is a wave pool that features deck chairs, umbrellas, and 3-foot waves. The pool changes wave cycles every 10 minutes and also has a snack shack that serves hot dogs and pizza.
19.9 Miles
The Brigantine Gallery & Art Academy is a fine art gallery, as well as a hands on Paint and Play studio for those wanting to embrace their artistic side. The gallery features an array of artists, with exhibits changing regularly.
19.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Bus Tours 401 E Prospect Ave Ste 106, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
Chicago Classic Coach offers transportation to locals and visitors to Mount Prospect. The company offers airport transfers and motor coaches, convenient for taking tours of the area and getting around to local sights.
19.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 411 S Maple Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
Lions Recreation Center hosts a variety of fitness and youth programs in its 23,000 square foot facility. It has a stage, dance studio, gymnasium, and meeting rooms available for community use.
20.0 Miles
- 4 votes
Movie Theaters 16621 Torrence Avenue, Lansing, IL 60438 MoreLess Info
Lansing Cinema 8 is a local movie theater that shows its visitors the latest Hollywood film releases. Amenities at the theater include a number of concessions as well as matinee specials.
20.0 Miles
- 1 votes
History Museums 23 W Maple Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Built in the 19th century, Lombard Historical Victorian Museum is a house from the Victorian era that visitors can tour to get a feel of what it was like to live in that time. The house is furnished with Victorian artifacts.
20.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 1313 N Burning Bush Ln, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
The Burning Bush Trails Park offers 10-acres of outdoor space for visitors to enjoy. The park includes amenities such as a covered gazebo and a playground for residents to use.
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- 0 votes
History Museums 23 W Maple Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The Victorian Cottage Museum is a restored 19th century house with multiple first floor rooms furnished in authentic 1870s style. The upstairs area of the house is a museum celebrating the history and heritage of the area.
20.1 Miles
93% 104 votes
Gardens 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The lilac flower forms a significant portion of Lilacia Park which is spread over 8.5 acres. Along with 800 lilacs, there are also 25,000 tulips, walking paths, and benches for those who want to enjoy the scenery.
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