Marmion Abbey, Aurora

#26 among attractions in Aurora

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Marmion Abbey is a Benedictine community of the Swiss-American Congregation in Aurora, Illinois. It was founded in 1933 from St. Meinrad Archabbey in Indiana. The principal apostolate of the monks has been Marmion Academy, though a variety of work has been undertaken by them throughout the Fox Valley area and beyond, particularly their mission priory in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, where they operate a minor seminary. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°48'51"N, 88°17'57"W

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1000 Butterfield RdAurora (Big Woods Marmion)Aurora United States

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Day trips

Marmion Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fabyan Windmill, Fox Valley Mall, Northwestern Medicine Field, Geneva Commons.

4 miN
Windmill
Fabyan Windmill, Geneva
101 min walk • Nestled in the charming city of Geneva, Illinois, the Fabyan Windmill stands as a testament to American ingenuity and Dutch craftsmanship. This historic mill, restored to its original luster, offers a picturesque glimpse into the past for visitors and locals alike.
5.9 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Fox Valley Mall, Aurora
151 min walk • Fox Valley Mall, formerly Westfield Fox Valley, is a shopping mall in Aurora, Illinois. The mall's anchor stores are JCPenney, Macy's. Some larger non anchor stores include H&M and Forever 21. A Round One Entertainment is located in the former Sears wing.
4.7 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport venue
Northwestern Medicine Field, Geneva
119 min walk • Northwestern Medicine Field is a baseball field located in Geneva, Illinois. The stadium was built in 1991 and holds 10,923 people. It is the home ballpark of the Kane County Cougars. The stadium has the highest capacity for any independent league baseball stadium.
5.9 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Geneva Commons, Geneva
152 min walk • The Geneva Commons is an upscale lifestyle center in the Chicago suburb of Geneva, Illinois. The center is located along Randall Road in the heart of the St. Charles/Geneva/Batavia retail complex. The center includes over 80 retailers and restaurants spread over 418,000 square feet. The center, which was developed by Jeffrey R.
3.9 miS
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
Hollywood Casino, Aurora
99 min walk • Hollywood Casino Aurora is a riverboat casino located on the Fox River in Aurora, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. It is owned by Gaming & Leisure Properties and operated by Penn National Gaming.
3.9 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Aurora Regional Fire Museum, Aurora
101 min walk • The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is an educational institution located in Aurora, Illinois, USA. Its purpose is to preserve and exhibit the artifacts and history of fire departments in Aurora and the surrounding area, as well as to teach and promote fire safety and prevention.
2.6 miN
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Batavia Depot Museum, Batavia
68 min walk • The Batavia Depot Museum is a museum in Batavia, Illinois that was once the town's primary train station. It was the first of many depots built by the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad.
4 miS
Concerts and shows, Cinema, Theater
Paramount Theatre, Aurora
103 min walk • The Paramount Theatre, also known as the Paramount Arts Center, opened in Aurora, Illinois in 1931. It was designed by Rapp and Rapp in the Art Deco style with Venetian elements.
4.2 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Fox Valley Ice Arena, Geneva
107 min walk • Fox Valley Ice Arena is a public skating facility offering basic to advanced skating lessons for both figure skating and hockey. In addition, it is home to the Chicago Steel of the United States Hockey League. It contains two rinks: one measures 200' x 85' and the other 200' x 100'.
2.6 miN
Church
United Methodist Church of Batavia, Batavia
66 min walk • The United Methodist Church of Batavia is a historical church in Batavia, Illinois. Funds for the church were donated by Rev. E. H. Gammon and Cpt. Don Carlos Newton in 1887 to replace the First Methodist Church of Batavia. It was designed by famed local architect Solon Spencer Beman in the Romanesque Revival style.
3 miS
Protected area
Fox Valley Park District, Aurora
76 min walk • The Fox Valley Park District was founded in 1947 to protect scenic vistas and land alongside the Fox River. It is the second largest park district in Illinois, serving a population of more than 230,000 that includes the communities of Aurora, North Aurora, Montgomery and portions of Sugar Grove.

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How to get to Marmion Abbey by public transport?

The nearest stations to Marmion Abbey:

Bus

Walmart • Lines: 533, 540 (24 min walk)