Location: Decatur
Top Things to do in Decatur
The 5 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Decatur, Illinois (IL)
Decatur /dəˈkeɪtər/ is the largest city and the county seat of Macon County in the U.S. state of Illinois. The city was founded in 1829 and is along the Sangamon River and Lake Decatur in Central Illinois. In 2016, the city's estimated population was 72,706.
Restaurants in Decatur
1. Children's Museum of Illinois
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
The Children’s Museum of Illinois is a hands-on, interactive museum for children ages three to twelve. Its exhibits and activities complement and enhance children’s educational opportunities, particularly in the arts and sciences. The museum contributes to the community’s quality of life as an educational facility, visitor attraction, family activity destination, and site for volunteerism.
2. Scovill Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 152 reviews
Reviewed By Catchpenny - Decatur, United States
It was a little on the cold side, but there was good hot chocolate for only fifty cents, and every station had good treats/candy/trinkets to collect. We especially enjoyed the "Haunted Train Ride." There were actually people dressed in costume running after the train. It was scary, but not too scary. The Conductor made it fun.
3. Wabash Depot Antique Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By catlover004
This is one of the best malls that I have visited in the last few years. Starting out is the building - the old Wabash Railroad depot and regional offices. Outside and inside is history. Did you know in the turn of the last century there were 72 passenger trains going thru this station? It is so well built that the passing freight trains these days do not shake the floors or lights. There are two stories of creative booths, some tucked away in what were well lit closets. Antiques of all types and very reasonably priced (some booths had percent off sales) were attractively displayed. I enjoyed talking with the staff and owners. Don't miss this mall.
4. The Avon Theatre
5. Rock Springs Conservation Area & Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By G8330RBmichelleh
Rock Springs Center is not just a beautiful and peaceful place to be in nature. They offer a very nice visitors' center and frequent activities. It's one of Decatur's gems! I really enjoy walking my dog on the trails and also the folk music once a month on Sundays.
