Best of Aurora, IL
Second-most populous city in Illinois
About Aurora
Aurora sits along the Fox River in northeastern Illinois as the state's second-most populous city after Chicago. It holds the distinction of being the largest city in Illinois that is not a county seat.
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Syrup Breakfeast & Lunch - Aurora
Syrup Breakfeast & Lunch - Aurora serves breakfast and lunch in the Exposition View neighborhood.
View details →Best Hotels in Aurora
6 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Comfort Inn & Suites
Comfort Inn & Suites is a hotel located at 308 South Lincolnway Street.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Aurora
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Aurora is located at 2423 Bushwood Drive. This hotel offers accommodations in the area.
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Holiday Inn Aurora North - Naperville
Holiday Inn Aurora North - Naperville is located at 2424 Sullivan Road. This hotel provides accommodation in the area.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora is a hotel located in Aurora.
Best Restaurants in Aurora
39 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Cooper's Hawk
Cooper's Hawk serves American cuisine in the South Park neighborhood.
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Grumpy Gaucho
Grumpy Gaucho serves Argentinian cuisine in the South Park neighborhood.
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Jake’s Bagels
Jake’s Bagels serves bagels and breakfast in the South Park neighborhood.
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McAlister's Deli
McAlister's Deli serves sandwiches in the South Park neighborhood.
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Mother's Pancacke House & Restaurant
Mother's Pancacke House & Restaurant is a dining spot located in the Exposition View neighborhood.
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Syrup Breakfeast & Lunch - Aurora
Syrup Breakfeast & Lunch - Aurora serves breakfast and lunch in the Exposition View neighborhood.
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3Chefs Persian Cuisine
3Chefs Persian Cuisine serves Persian food in the South Park neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Aurora
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Endiro Coffee Aurora
Endiro Coffee Aurora serves as a café option in the South Park neighborhood.
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Endiro Coffee Rostery
Endiro Coffee Rostery operates as a café in the South Park neighborhood.
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Chiya Chai Christkindl
Chiya Chai Christkindl is an Indian café located in the Scraper-Moecherville neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Aurora
4 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Aurora Tap House
Aurora Tap House operates as a bar in the South Park neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Aurora
8 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Aurora Regional Fire Museum
The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is an attraction located in the South Park neighborhood.
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SciTech Hands on Museum
SciTech Hands on Museum is an attraction located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Blackberry Farm
Blackberry Farm is an attraction located in the Exposition View neighborhood.
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Blackberry Carousel
Blackberry Carousel is an attraction located in the Exposition View neighborhood.
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Early Streets Museum
Early Streets Museum is an attraction located in the Exposition View neighborhood.
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Phillips Park Zoo
Phillips Park Zoo is an attraction located in the South Park neighborhood.
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William Tanner House Museum
The William Tanner House Museum serves as a local attraction within the South Park neighborhood.
Best Shops in Aurora
53 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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7 For All Mankind
7 For All Mankind is a shop located in the Marywood neighborhood.
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Armani Exchange
Armani Exchange operates as a shop in the Marywood neighborhood.
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Brooks Brothers
Brooks Brothers operates as a shop in the Marywood neighborhood.
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Calvin Klein
This shop carries Calvin Klein merchandise in the Marywood neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Aurora
116 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Barnaby Park
Barnaby Park is a green space located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Briarcliff Woods Park and Lake
Briarcliff Woods Park and Lake is a park located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Hidden Creek Park
Hidden Creek Park is a park located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Jaycee Park
Jaycee Park is a green space located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Summerlin Park
Summerlin Park is a green space located in the South Park neighborhood.
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SuzanJohn Park
SuzanJohn Park is a green space located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Winrock Park
Winrock Park is a green space located in the South Park neighborhood.
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Nature's Meadows Park
Nature's Meadows Park is a green space located in the Scraper-Moecherville neighborhood.
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Smith Park
Smith Park is a public green space located in the Exposition View neighborhood.
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Arbor Ridge Park
Arbor Ridge Park is a green space located in the South Park neighborhood.
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