- The list below includes 506 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernon Hills, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- From Century Park to The Blast Zone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernon Hills and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Waukegan and Glenview.
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At Dragonfly Landing, visitors can bring their children to the playground and shallow water play area, complete with fountains to splash in. There is also a wooden pavilion near the pond and a walking path.
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831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
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Housed in the Wandschneider Park, the Downers Grove Historical Museum manages exhibits that celebrate the town's 150 year history. Artifacts and memorabilia are displayed in permanent collections at four historic locations that guests can tour.
30.9 Miles
A historic park run by the Village of Lisle, Lisle Station Park is a kind of cultural center with a variety of museums that showcase local history and culture. The park also hosts a variety of programs and events.
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1925 Batavia Ave, Geneva, IL 60134
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Famous for being redesigned by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden exhibits a limited number of the original furnishes, as well as Fabyan's personal artifact collection.
31.2 Miles
Featuring 32 lanes of bowling, Lisle Lanes hosts casual bowlers, leagues, tournaments and private events. The bowling center offers a pro shop with equipment and accessories as well as a grill serving food and drinks.
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Peck Farm Park is a park and botanical garden area with a large play area and picnic facilities. Features include an observation silo with panoramic views, a butterfly garden with a variety of colorful species, and expansive flower gardens.
31.4 Miles
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
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The Field Museum offers visitors the opportunity to learn about natural history through exhibits and children's programs. One of the location's main attraction, “Sue”, is the tyrannosaurus rex that has ever been discovered.
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Located along the Fox River, the Fabyan Forest Preserve is a nature preserve popular among fishers and joggers. Visitors to the preserve also enjoy many historical sites within the preserve, including the Fabyan Villa Museum and the Fabyan Windmill.
31.5 Miles
Featuring second-run feature films, Ogden 6 Theatre has six auditoriums equipped with 4K digital projection and Datasat sound. The theater has two 3D screens, a party room, concessions with food and drinks and restroom facilities.
31.6 Miles
At the Adler Planetarium, guests will have the chance to gather information, visit a variety of exhibitions, and attend shows that teach visitors about space. The location also features a gift store and a cafe.