Discovery Center Museum Tours

Treat the kids to a few hours of educational fun at Discovery Center Museum. There's a good chance you'll learn a few things too!

Discovery Center Museum is a great place to begin your discovery of Rockford. This interactive exhibit for kids comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only spot to see here. Set aside time for other sights like BMO Harris Bank Center, Anderson Japanese Gardens, and Coronado Performing Arts Center to fully experience what's on offer in the area.

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Motel 6 Rockford, IL – RFD Airport

Motel 6 Rockford, IL – RFD Airport

2 out of 5
Price was $197, price is now $154 per person
$154
per person
Feb 27 - Mar 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Rockford (RFD)
5.6/10 (13 reviews)
I saw bugs and the shower wasn't very clean..but other than that It was fine I just prefer carpet on the floor

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Loves Park near Rockford

Quality Inn & Suites Loves Park near Rockford

2.5 out of 5
Price was $226, price is now $185 per person
$185
per person
Feb 27 - Mar 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Rockford (RFD)
7.8/10 Good! (565 reviews)
Clean room, staff was friendly and pool wasnt cold

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Sleep Inn Rockford I-90

Sleep Inn Rockford I-90

2.5 out of 5
Price was $226, price is now $185 per person
$185
per person
Feb 27 - Mar 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Rockford (RFD)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Room was very clean, the desk clerk was very pleasant. I have stayed here several times over the past year. I don't really have any complaints, but I think that it may be time to update the rooms.

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

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Rockford showing interior views

Rockford Art Museum

Changing exhibitions curated from a catalog that includes modern, contemporary and impressionist works celebrate the talents of some of the best Illinois artists.

Rockford Art Museum
Burpee Museum of Natural History showing interior views

Burpee Museum of Natural History

Explore four floors of natural history exhibits, including one of the best-preserved and most complete juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world.

Burpee Museum of Natural History
Built in 1865 and occupied by one family until 1942 when it was gifted to the city of Rockford. Tours are offered and are very interesting!

Tinker Park

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tinker Park during your trip to Rockford. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tinker Park
Anderson Japanese Gardens showing a waterfall and fall colors

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Coronado Performing Arts Center

You can enjoy a show at Coronado Performing Arts Center during your stay in Rockford. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Coronado Performing Arts Center

Veterans Memorial Hall

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Veterans Memorial Hall in Rockford.

Veterans Memorial Hall

Best Lodging Options Near Discovery Center Museum

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
416 S Main Street Rockford IL
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront
Baymont by Wyndham Rockford

Baymont by Wyndham Rockford

3 out of 5
662 N Lyford Rd Rockford IL
Baymont by Wyndham Rockford
Clean 2-bedroom apartment with WiFi, located on the northwest side of Rockford.

Clean 2-bedroom apartment with WiFi, located on the northwest side of Rockford.

Rockford IL
Clean 2-bedroom apartment with WiFi, located on the northwest side of Rockford.
Alpine Inn Rockford

Alpine Inn Rockford

2.5 out of 5
4404 East State Street Rockford IL
Alpine Inn Rockford
Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG

Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG

3 out of 5
7550 E State Street Rockford IL
Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG
Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
700 W Riverside Blvd Rockford IL
Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Clayton House Motel

Clayton House Motel

2.5 out of 5
4800 N 2nd St Loves Park IL
Clayton House Motel
Cozy home in Rockford Sleeps 8

Cozy home in Rockford Sleeps 8

Rockford IL
Cozy home in Rockford Sleeps 8
Cerro Vista Estate/Indoor Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room

Cerro Vista Estate/Indoor Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room

Rockford IL
Cerro Vista Estate/Indoor Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room
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