Free & Cheap Things to Do in Downers Grove, IL

  • 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.
  • 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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19.7 Miles
The Joliet Area Historical Museum is meant to show the heritage of this city. Besides the galleries in which the visitor is introduced to local history, in here can also be found a Lunar Lander Simulator, life size models and interactive temporary exhibits.
19.7 Miles
54% 355 votes
472

Chinatown

Neighborhoods 318 West Cermak Ave, Chicago, IL 60616 MoreLess Info
Chinatown is a neighborhood and cultural center that features a variety of restaurants and shopping areas inspired by the Chinese tradition. Visitors of this site who are interested in photography may enjoy taking pictures of the site's architectural design.
19.7 Miles
69% 419 votes
Architectural Buildings 210 S. Canal Street, Chicago, IL 60606 MoreLess Info
Union Station is an old active train station that offers visitors access to a variety of locations within the city. Guests of this site can also purchase refreshments and explore the site's spacious main dome.
19.7 Miles
92% 25 votes
Natural Landmarks 65 N. Harrison St., Oswego, IL MoreLess Info
Spanning along the Fox River in Oswego, Hudson Crossing Park is home to a number of waterfowl in the summertime. The park features sitting areas, lighted picnic spots, an egret sculpture garden and canoe access.
19.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Arcades 215 N Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432 MoreLess Info
An old-fashioned arcade devoted to preserving and celebrating the game of pinball, the Chicago Street Pinball Arcade features a wide array of pinball and classic arcade machines. Visitors can also reserve the venue for parties.
19.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 1080 E Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60120 MoreLess Info
The Eastside Recreation Center is a full-service recreation center that features boxing facilities, batting tunnels, pitching facilities, and an indoor soccer field. The center also has a fitness room.
19.8 Miles
14% 35 votes
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Mojoes

Music Venue 22 W Cass Street, Joliet, IL 60432 MoreLess Info
Mojoes is an entertainment complex and bar dedicated to providing entertainment along with a comfortable hangout venue. Mojoes showcases a variety of live musical performances and has rooms available for private event hosting.
19.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 810 Villa Street, Elgin, IL 60120 MoreLess Info
Family owned and operated Bowlway Lanes is a fun family-friendly bowling alley that provides local entertainment to Elgin locals. The bowling alley offers a full service pro shop, snack cafe, video arcade and drink bar.
19.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2941 Harrison Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Rugen Park is a small neighborhood park that features a playground for kids with a climbing structure, swings, a see saw, and other equipment. The park also has a picnic area.
19.9 Miles
85% 16453 votes
Observation Decks 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606 MoreLess Info
Willis Tower is Chicago's tallest building and boasts it is the third tallest in the world. The attraction includes a glass box, which extends more than four feet from the 103rd floor Skydeck.
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