From globally inspired cuisine and one-of-a-kind shops to live entertainment and inspiring public art, downtown Aurora is designed to be experienced.
Just 45 minutes from Chicago, our downtown business district offers an urban vibe that’s bold, creative, and unmistakably Aurora.
Welcome to Illinois’ second-largest city with a small-town feel!
Aurora Downtown is proud to present Leland Illuminated: A Downtown Reimagined, a documentary exploring Aurora’s rich history through the iconic illuminated star atop the 1928 Leland Tower.
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