15 Best Things To Do in Joliet, Illinois

About Joliet

Joliet is one of those cities that have a strong balance between culture and nature. On the one hand, you have the Bird Haven Greenhouse and Conservatory, where you can find beautiful flowers and other natural elements.

On the other hand, there’s the Joliet Area Historical Museum, where you can learn about the city’s history and experience interactive exhibits that let you get an idea of how the city developed with time.

A new installation at the museum is The Soaring Achievements of John C. Houbolt, telling you all you need to know about the Apollo missions. But if you want to see art being created right in front of your eyes, enjoy the local artists’ work at the Friends of Community Public Art.

Current Conditions

Weather in January

0.4" of rainfall

25.7 ° average temp

6.6" of snow

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Joliet Weather by Month

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Places to Stay in Joliet

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Best Tours in Joliet

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Best Things to do in Joliet, IL

These are the best things to do in the greater Joliet area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.

Outdoor Activities in Joliet

Axe Factor Throwing

Based on 21 Reviews

Simply Yoga

Based on 18 Reviews

Twist Yoga Lounge

Based on 15 Reviews

Museums in Joliet

Black Dog Vinyl Cafe

Based on 21 Reviews

Edd Fairman, Wizard of Sorts

Based on 10 Reviews

Dottie's Art Studio & School

Based on 6 Reviews

Restaurants in Joliet

Meez Meals

Based on 189 Reviews

Chef Beau's Klean Kitchen

Based on 21 Reviews

Black Dog Vinyl Cafe

Based on 21 Reviews

Nightlife in Joliet

Black Dog Vinyl Cafe

Based on 21 Reviews

Backroads Pub & Grill

Based on 166 Reviews

Catrinas Mex Joliet

Based on 68 Reviews

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