- Our list of the best things to do in Aurora, Illinois, features the top 471 nearby activities — including 183 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Aurora, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 27 things to do within the city of Aurora, IL , followed by 444 popular activities in nearby cities, including West Chicago, Joliet, Lombard, Naperville, St. Charles, Wheaton, Schaumburg, Elgin, Geneva, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Plainfield, Elmhurst, Hoffman Estates, Lockport, Woodridge, Bloomingdale, Bolingbrook, Bartlett, Carol Stream, Addison, Batavia, Oswego, Oak Brook, Romeoville, Elk Grove Village, Lisle, Yorkville, Dekalb, Streamwood, Carpentersville, Orland Park and De Kalb
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Tactical laser-tag facility features replica M4s, with training session, one ammo clip of 250 shots per session, three games per session
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Built in 1978, the Riverfront Playhouse is a non-profit theater that was established as a creative outlet for actors from all walks of life. The theater produces plays such as ‘Better Late’.
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The focus is on the history of the donated Tanner House and the surrounding area at the Aurora Historical Museum. The museum includes artifacts, documents, books, letters, photographs, and resources pertaining to the house and the area.
2.8 Miles
Available for after-hours rental, Vaughan Aquatic Centre offers a variety of services, including swimming lesson for both adults and children and scuba certification.
5.2 Miles
The Comedy Shrine is an improv and stand up comedy theater that holds many shows including open mic nights, and also offers classes and workshops for all ages. There is a two drink minimum for all shows.
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For trail runners, cyclists, and participants of paddlesports, adventure racing, and Nordic winter sports, Paddle and Trail offers a full-service retail, rental and outfitting experience. Guests can sign up for paddlesport instruction and trips onsite.
3.1 Miles
Featuring inflatable and metal obstacles, Fox Paintball offers visitors a variety of themed paintball fields such as Stonehenge, Xball, Ulimate Air, and woodlands courses. The park also hosts scenario events, tournaments, and team practices.
5.4 Miles
Chasers Laser Tag is an amusement complex that offers a token-free video game arcade in addition to both open play and private sessions of laser tag. They also host parties, corporate outings, and special events.
3.8 Miles
Splash Country Waterpark is a family-friendly place for hot and sunny days. With both indoor and outdoor sites, it includes spas, toddler pools and 250 feet water-tube called the Lazy River.
2.3 Miles
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828 Montgomery Road, Aurora, IL 60505
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Sand volleyball courts, a Lazy River, swimming pools and other entertaining things to do can be found in Phillips Park Family Aquatic Centre.
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Providing both open and league bowling, Parkside Lanes is a popular entertainment venue for families in Aurora. It features over 50 lanes and is also available for special events such as birthday or corporate parties.