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Things to see in Aurora, Illinois (United States): 18 places and when to go
Aurora, Illinois is a city in United States with around 350,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly History (5), With kids (4), Food and drink (4). The best known are Farnsworth House, Marmion Abbey and Phillips Park Zoo. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.7654, -88.3
- Population
- About 350,000
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (5) · With kids (4) · Food and drink (4) · Museums and art (3) · Wildlife (2) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 40 km as the crow flies
What to see in Aurora, Illinois
The places in and around Aurora, Illinois, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Farnsworth HouseHouse designed by Mies van der Rohe24 km
- Marmion AbbeyBenedictine monastery in Aurora, Illinois5.6 km
- Phillips Park ZooZoo in Aurora, Illinois3.3 km
- Aurora Regional Fire MuseumMuseum in Aurora, Illinois1.2 km
- Graham BuildingHistoric building in Aurora, Illinois1.6 km
- Keystone BuildingBuilding in Aurora, Illinois, United States1.6 km
- Naper SettlementMuseum12 km
- Old Second National BankBuilding in Illinois, United States of America1.7 km
- Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife AreaState park in Kendall County, Illinois, USA25 km
- William Tanner House MuseumBuilding in Illinois, United States1.5 km
- ConstitutionHistory21 km
- Fox Republic Brewing CompanyBrewery18 km
- Foxes Den MeaderyBrewery18 km
- Noon Whistle BrewingBrewery8.8 km
- Phillips Park Aquatic CenterWith kids3.7 km
- Raging Waves WaterparkWith kids14 km
- Solemn Oath BreweryBrewery9.3 km
- Turtle Splash Water ParkWith kids16 km
When to go to Aurora, Illinois
The best time to visit Aurora, Illinois is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:17
- FebPossible10:23
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:21
- JunBest time15:01
- JulBest time14:45
- AugBest time13:41
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:36
- DecPossible8:59
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59. In April, 18 of the 18 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Aurora, Illinois
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 40 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Downers Grove18 places22 km
- Elgin, Illinois17 places31 km
- Joliet, Illinois14 places31 km
- Schaumburg11 places38 km
- Galesburg9 places38 km
- Chicago73 places46 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Aurora, Illinois?
The best known: Farnsworth House, Marmion Abbey, Phillips Park Zoo, Aurora Regional Fire Museum, Graham Building. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Aurora, Illinois?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59.
How do you get to Aurora, Illinois?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 40 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Aurora, Illinois as the destination and these 18 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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