Danville, IL offers affordable, walkable small‑city living with a surprisingly lively arts and food scene, the Vermilion County Museum, the Danville Dans ballpark, and large outdoor escapes like Kennekuk and Heron County Parks—great for multi‑week stays where you want things to do without big‑city hassle.
Within an easy drive are Champaign–Urbana (≈35 miles) for university nightlife, cultural venues and bigger shopping, and Terre Haute (≈58 miles) for additional dining and regional connections.