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) #### 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) #### 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) ### 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 £72 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) [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/fa28994b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville by IHG 111 North Broadway Avenue Aurora IL Fully refundable £104 19 Feb - 20 Feb 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews) Room was clean and we enjoyed the pool and hot tub! Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%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/w3838h2556x2y3-00664b38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard 222 E 22nd Street Lombard IL £62 9 Feb - 10 Feb 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! (2,542 reviews) Very satisfied Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=10641&PinnedHotelID=10641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1800000/1791800/1791716/dc9a0641_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites 16 W 621 S. Frontage Rd Willowbrook IL £88 9 Feb - 10 Feb 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,392 reviews) Everything was outstanding Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1791716&PinnedHotelID=1791716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9600/9529/8f0b88a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville 3003 Corporate West Dr Naperville IL £66 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Naperville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,224 reviews) Excellent staff member greeted me at the desk,.Comfortable, clean, great location, quiet. Great stay. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=9529&PinnedHotelID=9529&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 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,179 reviews) Awesome room Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1690548&PinnedHotelID=1690548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) ![Hyatt Place Chicago/Lombard/Oak Brook](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/284400/284370/bc3442ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Chicago/Lombard/Oak Brook 2340 South Fountain Square Drive Lombard IL £82 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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! (1,003 reviews) Clean, comfortable, and spacious Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=284370&PinnedHotelID=284370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=988918670271418368) [See all 589 properties in Downtown Aurora](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%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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