Downtown Aurora Travel Guide
Aurora
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.
Waubonsee Community College
Enjoy the student vibe at Waubonsee Community College as part of your travels around Aurora. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Private Deep Dish Pizza or Pasta Making Class Near Chicago
Naperville: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Downtown Aurora
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG
My husband and I stayed at the hotel for 3 nights and found it to be very clean and quiet. The staff members were very friendly and Geraldo (at the front desk) was extremely nice and helpful. Excellent experience!!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard
Great stay. The room was clean and the breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook
Great place to stay! Breakfast in the morning was really good, loved the omelette bar! House keeping kept my room cleaned everyday. Located in the middle of a lot good places to eat!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
Beautiful Hotel property with nicely decorated landscaping, surrounded by a luxurious golf course. Lobby and restaurant/lounge area is inviting with positive energy.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
We enjoyed our visit to Champaign Lodge very much. The staff was friendly upon our arrival and when we wanted to add a day they were very kind and accommodating. Our hot tub was huge and worked great! The bed was comfortable. We didn't try the steam shower. The refrigerator and microwave are very ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Westin Chicago Lombard
Wonderful facilities and great staff. Very comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 14 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.
