Free & Cheap Things to Do in Palatine, IL

  • The list below includes 670 free or cheap things to do in or near Palatine, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Soccer Field, Music Venue and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Falcon Park Recreation Center to Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palatine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and West Chicago.
  • The list below includes 670 free or cheap things to do in or near Palatine, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Soccer Field, Music Venue and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Falcon Park Recreation Center to Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palatine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and West Chicago.
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20.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 39 E Madison Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Traveling Lake Michigan, Caliente Charters offers full-service fishing excursions aboard a spacious and luxurious boat with advanced technology. Each trip comes with an experienced crew, supplies and equipment to fish for salmon, trout or perch.
20.5 Miles
100% 13 votes
Hiking Trails 3609 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
The Fullersburg Woods Trail is a tranquil nature trail that runs through a scenic natural environment. Along the trail, visitors see the natural flora and wildlife and also pass by a waterfall in the Salt Creek.
20.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 1001-1099 S Harlem Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60130 MoreLess Info
Maple Park is a spacious park that features playgrounds with a variety of play structures and equipment, including a roller slide. The park also has ample green space for playing sports.
20.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3609 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
At Fullersburg Woods Environmental Education Center, visitors can view an interactive display detailing the ecosystem of the region. The center is surrounded by creeks and forests with nature trails for visitors to hike.
20.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 11419 S Il Route 47, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
The Huntley Park Dist Administrative Office is the command center for the Huntley Park District. The office administers the area parks and sports facilities, and conducts a wide variety of programs, including sports programs and community events.
20.6 Miles
97% 38 votes
Parks Water St. and Rt. 38, Geneva, IL 60134 MoreLess Info
Island Park is close to the town and has plenty of shade for cool outings. It's quiet and features excellent conditions for bike riding. The view is enriched by the presence of Fox river.
20.6 Miles
63% 8 votes
Beaches 201 Seahorse Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
The 400-acre Waukegan Municipal Beach is a municipal beach that offers opportunities for fishing, competitive boat racing, kite boarding, kayaking, and swimming. The beach has a number of sand volleyball courts.
20.6 Miles
Arcades Finley Square Shopping Center, 1524 Butterfield Rd, Ste C, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
A family entertainment center, Laser Quest-Downers Grove features a two-level laser tag arena with fog, music and lighting effects. The center offers a room for private events, day camps and a concession area with pizza and drinks.
20.6 Miles
60% 5 votes
Bowling 10520 S Rt 47, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
Bowl-Hi Lanes is a bowling alley that also offers a bowling technology center. The bowling alley is also known for having bands, such as the country band 'The Roadhouse Prophets', to play on Saturday nights.
20.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Natural Landmarks 37W584 Dean Street, St. Charles, IL 60175 MoreLess Info
Quiet and serene, Leroy Oakes Forest Preserve is a public space providing for an array of outdoor activities. Along with enjoying peaceful streams, wooded areas and wildlife, the preserve is also home to a nature center and house museum.
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