Free & Cheap Things to Do in Barrington, IL

  • The list below includes 605 free or cheap things to do in or near Barrington, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Pubs, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve to Langendorf Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barrington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Lombard, West Chicago and Glenview.
  • The list below includes 605 free or cheap things to do in or near Barrington, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Pubs, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve to Langendorf Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barrington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Lombard, West Chicago and Glenview.
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11.5 Miles
60% 193 votes
Restaurants 583 N Milwaukee Avenue, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant is a restaurant that serves Italian food, seafood, and appetizers along with a selection of wines. The restaurant has a tasting room and also a wine club.
11.5 Miles
72% 75 votes
Movie Theaters 200 Randhurst Village Drive, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
AMC Randhurst 12 is a 12 screen movie theater that features stadium seating and airs mainstream and independent films. The theater also features MacGuffins Bar and Lounge and is available to host parties and special events.
11.5 Miles
83% 42 votes
Hiking Trails E Higgins Rd & Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
The Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a large 3,558 acre preserve populated by a 460 acre lake, several bike paths, and numerous picnic groves. The lake is open to canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and sailboats.
11.5 Miles
100% 7 votes
Forests Bennett Rd & S Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
Busse Forest Elk Pasture is a wildlife preserve area that features a plethora of walking, running, and jogging trails in a scenic wilderness setting. The area also features a herd of elk in a fenced enclosure.
11.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Hiking Trails 2901 Deerpath Ln, Carpentersville, IL 60110 MoreLess Info
A 119 acre protected wetland area, the Binnie County Forest Preserve allows visitors to take in scenic natural vistas, and to watch birds and wildlife. The Preserve also has a picnic area and a large open field.
11.6 Miles
87% 70 votes
History Museums 1350 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, IL 60061 MoreLess Info
Part of the Loyola University campus, the Cuneo Mansion and Gardens was once the home of General Electric founder, Samuel Insull and, later, the residence of the Cuneo family. The site is now used for classes and special events.
11.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 231 N. Milwaukee, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
The Chicago Jewelry School offers a wide variety of courses and programs in jewelry making, aimed at everything from girls' nights out and post-retirement activities to professional training. The school also offers a boutique with student-made wares.
11.7 Miles
56% 16 votes
Bowling 53 Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
Elk Grove Bowl & Billiards is a bowling alley and pool hall that also features a pro shop, video arcade and bar and grill. They also offer cosmic bowling, league play, tournaments and party packages.
11.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Tennis 96 N Elm Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
A family health and fitness club, The Lincolnshire Club offers a variety of amenities. It features a weight room, cardio facilities, swimming pool, and tennis courts. The club also hosts tennis camps, and offers lessons and classes.
11.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 49 Oxford Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
Spring Lake Park is a 2,032 acre recreational area that has been used by the public since 1950. Visitors can hike, fish, hunt, and camp at one of the three tent camping sites.
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