Downtown Aurora Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Aurora Regional Fire Museum

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 Regional Fire Museum
Wells College Tower and Flag in winter

Aurora University

Enjoy the student vibe at Aurora University during your visit to Aurora. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Aurora University
Water slide

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.

Splash Country Waterpark

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.

Paramount Theater

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.

Hollywood Casino Aurora

SciTech Hands on Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at SciTech Hands on Museum during your trip to Aurora.

SciTech Hands on Museum

Activities

Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class

Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago

AU$138
per adult
Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago
Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class

Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago

AU$137
per adult
Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Naperville, IL

Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Naperville, IL

AU$109
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Naperville, IL
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Our pick of the best Downtown Aurora Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG

2.5 out of 5
111 North Broadway Avenue Aurora IL
The price is AU$233 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$233
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aurora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"I liked everything. People at front desk are perfect. Good area; near Pub and different restaurants. If you like fast food, you can get White Castle in 5 minutes."

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard

2.5 out of 5
222 E 22nd Street Lombard IL
The price is AU$131 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$131
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lombard. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,738 reviews)
"Very decent breakfast, kept always cleen. Rooms were clean and functional."

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook

3.5 out of 5
707 E Butterfield Road Lombard IL
The price is AU$176 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$176
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lombard. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,572 reviews)
"Omelettes were delicious"

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center

4 out of 5
3500 Midwest Road Oak Brook IL
The price is AU$233 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$233
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Oak Brook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"Very clean room Great view"

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
The Westin Chicago Lombard

The Westin Chicago Lombard

4 out of 5
70 Yorktown Center Lombard IL
The price is AU$231 per night from 31 May to 1 June
AU$231
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lombard. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,251 reviews)
"Staff was great and rooms were great."

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

The Westin Chicago Lombard
The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites

The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites

3.5 out of 5
16 W 621 S. Frontage Rd Willowbrook IL
The price is AU$193 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$193
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Willowbrook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,516 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Aurora

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West Aurora

If you're spending some time in West Aurora, Blackberry Farm and Splash Country Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.

West Aurora

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