- The list below includes 680 free or cheap things to do in or near Downers Grove, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Arcades, Bowling and History Museums.
- From Hidden Lake Forest Preserve to Downers Grove Park District, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Downers Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Oak Park, Skokie and Evanston.
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15.2 Miles
1505 Mitchell Drive, Oswego, IL 60543
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A family entertainment center, Fore! Family Fun features a black light miniature golf course, mini bowling lanes and bounce houses with a 16' slide. The center also provides arcade and redemption games, a dining menu and private event hosting.
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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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Schaumberg's Spring Valley is the destination for holidays and happy occasions. The farms are relaxing and provide a healthy aura during the stay. The cattle and poultry such as cows and ducks add to its charm.
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1111 E Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194
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Part of the Schaumburg Park District, the Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary is a 135 acre nature preserve that includes wetland areas, forests, fields, and streams. The sanctuary is an ideal spot for bird watching or simply for quiet repose.
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With running trails snuggly wrapping around a picturesque lake, Lake Park is a favorite leisure spot for Des Plaines locals. The park also features an extensive grassy area with shady trees and picnic areas.
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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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Bennett Rd & S Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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Busse Forest Elk Pasture is a wildlife preserve area that features a plethora of walking, running, and jogging trails in a scenic wilderness setting. The area also features a herd of elk in a fenced enclosure.
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9320 S Kenton Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
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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.