Downtown Aurora Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Aurora
Popular places to visit
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
Housed in a historic civic building, this small but mighty museum offers a loving look at the history of firefighting from the 19th century to the present.
Aurora University
Enjoy the student vibe at Aurora University during your visit to Aurora. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Splash Country Waterpark
Bring your family to Splash Country Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Aurora. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the festivals in this family-friendly area.
Paramount Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Paramount Theater during your stay in Aurora. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Hollywood Casino Aurora
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Hollywood Casino Aurora during your time in Aurora? While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
SciTech Hands on Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at SciTech Hands on Museum during your trip to Aurora.
Activities
Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago
Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Naperville, IL
Our pick of the best Downtown Aurora Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG
"I loved staying here- clean facility and friendliest staff. Especially front desk. Male Hispanic was outstanding. Very courteous and professional. The only reason why I didnt give 5 stars is for the gym facility. It had a very strange odor and the tvs and a/c in there didn't work. Otherwise great ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard
"i used to live in the West Suburbs of Chicago and am very familiar with this area which is why I chose this particular property thinking it would be a nice comfortable place to stay while home visiting my family. Unfortunately I cannot give more than 2 stars. I was very disappointed by how outdated ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook
"Omelettes were delicious"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
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Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Westin Chicago Lombard
"Overall great stay. Easy in and out, things to do around the area also."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Aurora
West Aurora
If you're spending some time in West Aurora, Blackberry Farm and Splash Country Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.
