Naperville travel guide

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You're Going to Love Naperville

With a population of 141,853, Naperville is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Naperville deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Naperville

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggiano's - Naperville (1847 Freedom Drive) and White Chocolate Grill - Naperville (1803 Freedom Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Naperville

Naperville in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Naperville in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Naperville in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Naperville, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Naperville

Plane

Although Naperville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 27 miles from Naperville. The shortest domestic flight to Naperville departs from Charlotte and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Naperville. The train journey from Naperville to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip. Located 3 miles from the city center, Naperville Route 59 is the busiest station in Naperville. Another popular train station is Naperville, located 0.4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Naperville is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 27 miles from Naperville. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Naperville, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Naperville takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Naperville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 27 miles from Naperville. The shortest domestic flight to Naperville departs from Charlotte and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Naperville. The train journey from Naperville to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip. Located 3 miles from the city center, Naperville Route 59 is the busiest station in Naperville. Another popular train station is Naperville, located 0.4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Naperville is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 27 miles from Naperville. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Naperville, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Naperville takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Naperville

Airlines serving Naperville

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,716 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,595 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,542 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,355 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (487 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (976 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Naperville

Most booked hotels in Naperville

Hotel Arista
4 stars
Excellent (9, 178 reviews)
$217+
Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 299 reviews)
$190+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Romeoville, IL
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 720 reviews)
$124+
Holiday Inn Express Naperville
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 473 reviews)
$105+
Aloft Bolingbrook
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 436 reviews)
$134+
Hilton Garden Inn Naperville/Warrenville
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 244 reviews)
$136+

Renting a car in Naperville

Renting a car in Naperville costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Naperville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Naperville is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Naperville costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Naperville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Naperville is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.