Title: Downtown Aurora Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Aurora, Aurora Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Aurora](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Aurora-Hotels.d988918670271418368.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Aurora](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Aurora.d6186.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Downtown Aurora Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Aurora.d988918670271418368.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Aurora Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Aurora.d988918670271418368.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Aurora Travel Guide ## Aurora ## Visit Downtown Aurora Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Aurora travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Aurora.dx6186) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Row of slot machines in a casino, Hollywood Casino Bay St. Louis, Bay Saint Louis, Hancock County, Mississippi, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065135/cb85a4c5-894e-49d4-9df5-32dd1ef79fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hollywood Casino Why not roll the dice with a visit to Hollywood Casino during your time in Aurora? While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hollywood-Casino-Downtown-Aurora.d6065135.Attraction) ![Aurora Regional Fire Museum showing heritage elements, interior views and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227577/b99e20ff-6c64-4348-9b4d-521c941abda7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aurora-Regional-Fire-Museum-Downtown-Aurora.d6227577.Attraction) ![Wells College Tower and Flag in winter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129538/185a96e0-6db0-4d91-b0e2-c28b994f3dbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aurora University Enjoy the student vibe at Aurora University during your visit to Aurora. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aurora-University-Aurora.d6129538.Attraction) ![Water slide](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658496/f3e1b694-2642-4934-9903-6504b672f206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Splash-Country-Waterpark-Aurora.d553248621532658496.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hollywood-Casino-Aurora-Aurora.d6260166.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paramount-Theater-Aurora.d6129536.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47582798/9b8f9c01-2cc1-4b2d-a639-097e1f42ab67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-chicago-style-deep-dish-pizza-or-pasta-making-class.a47582798.activity-details) ![Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47582798/9b8f9c01-2cc1-4b2d-a639-097e1f42ab67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class £74 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-chicago-style-deep-dish-pizza-or-pasta-making-class.a47582798.activity-details) ![Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Naperville, IL](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51172851/5926f6ce-87f8-4e39-83d9-99b4c1399596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Naperville, IL £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-art-workshop-in-naperville.a51172851.activity-details) [See all activities in Aurora](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Aurora.d6186.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Aurora ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28400/28321/69821de6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG 111 North Broadway Avenue Aurora IL £113 6 Apr - 7 Apr 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! (999 reviews) Yes, went to mall, Ac was good, casino was near, good trip. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=28321&PinnedHotelID=28321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10641/6e52464b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard 222 E 22nd Street Lombard IL £73 6 Apr - 7 Apr 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! (2,641 reviews) Great staff. Able to make all accommodations requested. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=10641&PinnedHotelID=10641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![The Westin Chicago Lombard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1690600/1690548/ef211bfd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Westin Chicago Lombard 70 Yorktown Center Lombard IL £107 5 Apr - 6 Apr 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! (1,205 reviews) Good stuff Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=1690548&PinnedHotelID=1690548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1800000/1791800/1791716/828d8e06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites 16 W 621 S. Frontage Rd Willowbrook IL £108 15 Apr - 16 Apr 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! (1,445 reviews) It was an amazing out of the way hotel for a discreet hookup! I wasn’t there for that but I would recommend it if that is what you are looking for. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=1791716&PinnedHotelID=1791716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![Hyatt Place Chicago/Lombard/Oak Brook](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/284400/284370/7d8345a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Chicago/Lombard/Oak Brook 2340 South Fountain Square Drive Lombard IL £83 2 Apr - 3 Apr 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,062 reviews) Did not use gym. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=284370&PinnedHotelID=284370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17328/3e582665_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook 707 E Butterfield Road Lombard IL £95 1 Apr - 2 Apr 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! (1,436 reviews) Needs work, rundown, doorhandle falling off in room, mirror frames damaged in room, needs a facelift. Enjoyed cocktail hour, front desk associates could be nicer. Pool rundown and packed, non-friendly faces. Not good channels and limited because they don’t have streaming to sign into. Breakfast was ... Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=17328&PinnedHotelID=17328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) [See all 579 properties in Downtown Aurora](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=988918670271418368) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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