What to do in Evanston, IL

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Evanston Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Evanston has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Evanston, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Evanston with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Evanston

Evanston is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Evanston, and make it a breeze to explore Evanston and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Evanston to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Evanston, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Evanston.

Evanston attractions

Evanston has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Evanston to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Evanston.

Looking for things to do in Evanston can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Evanston or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Evanston attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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South Evanston

Appreciated for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring South Evanston. Check out the variety of things to see and do like FEW Spirits, and jump on the metro at Main Street Metro Station or South Boulevard Station to get around the city.

South Evanston
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North Evanston

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit North Evanston. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ryan Field and Welsh-Ryan Arena are a few top sights nearby.

North Evanston

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