Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Waukegan travel guide

Waukegan Tourism | Waukegan Guide

You're Going to Love Waukegan

With a population of 89.078, Waukegan is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Waukegan has to offer.

Where to Eat in Waukegan

If you’re looking for affordable options, Asia-Azteca at American Place Casino (4011 Fountain Square Pl) and Anastasias Restaurant & Sports Lounge - Waukegan (3880 Northpoint Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Waukegan

Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 144
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 144
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waukegan

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 57 km from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 57 km from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

Lufthansa
Good (8,056 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,046 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,603 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,810 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,818 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,406 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,490 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,981 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,534 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,894 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,603 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,931 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,839 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waukegan

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan and Red Roof Inn Gurnee - Waukegan.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waukegan

Most booked hotels in Waukegan

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago North-Waukegan-Gurnee By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 135+
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Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 216+
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Hampton Inn Chicago/Gurnee
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 161+
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Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 119+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 123+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 113+
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Renting a car in Waukegan

Expect to pay C$ 1.71 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.45 and C$ 27.27. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.71 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.45 and C$ 27.27. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.