- Our list of the best things to do in Barrington, Illinois, features the top 751 nearby activities — including 297 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Barrington, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 11 things to do within the city of Barrington, IL , followed by 740 popular activities in nearby cities, including Skokie, Evanston, Glenview, West Chicago, Lombard, St. Charles, Wheaton, Waukegan, Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Highland Park, Gurnee, Niles, Geneva, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Glen Ellyn, Elgin, Elk Grove Village, Wilmette, Elmhurst, Palatine, Woodstock, Mundelein, Crystal Lake, Northbrook, Libertyville, Grayslake, Hoffman Estates, Park Ridge, Mount Prospect, Wheeling, Bloomingdale, Bartlett, Carol Stream, Addison, Vernon Hills, Batavia, Algonquin, Lincolnshire, Huntley, Downers Grove, Oak Brook, Carpentersville, Oak Park, Lisle, Rosemont, Naperville, Mchenry, Streamwood, Aurora, Lake In The Hills, Round Lake Beach, Great Lakes, Zion and Forest Park
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Union Station is an old active train station that offers visitors access to a variety of locations within the city. Guests of this site can also purchase refreshments and explore the site's spacious main dome.
31.8 Miles
The Pelican Harbor Aquatic Park offers visitors the chance to play a game of beach volleyball or run around in a fun spray playground. Its indoor facilities include a lap pool, a zero-depth entry pool, and two water slides.
31.9 Miles
Featuring a marquee sign with the word “Palace”, the Cadillac Palace Theatre is a Broadway performance venue. The location has hosted productions like The Color Purple, The Producers, and The Pirate Queen.
31.9 Miles
Located within The Loop, the Financial District is the home of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. The site, which serves a purpose similar to that of Wall Street, features both 1920s and 1930s architecture.
31.9 Miles
The Magnificent Mile is a shopping district that features stores like Jimmy Choo and Chanel. Visitors of this site will be able to enjoy the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival during the holiday season.
32.0 Miles
Willis Tower is Chicago's tallest building and boasts it is the third tallest in the world. The attraction includes a glass box, which extends more than four feet from the 103rd floor Skydeck.
32.0 Miles
The Chicago Theatre is a seven story, 3,600 seat performance venue that features a “Chicago” marquee and a pipe organ. Visitors of this site who are interested in learning about its history can go on guided tours.
32.0 Miles
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400 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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Wendella Sightseeing Boats is Chicago's family owned, original architecture tour. Featuring various cruises such as the River Experience and Summer Fireworks, Wendella showcases Chicago's history and landmarks with a special touch for adults through Beer & BBQ and Wine & Cheese cruises.
32.1 Miles
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5605 votes
Southeast corner of Michigan & Wacker, Chicago, IL 60604
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With volunteer tour guides detailing the rich scenery along the river, Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruises provide the tourist and the local alike with an in depth look at the city's evolution over the decades. Tours begin in early Spring and end in late Fall.
32.1 Miles
Featuring 10 screens with digital projection, Kendall 10 Theater is a clean and comfortable place to enjoy a movie. All theaters are equipped with stadium seating, and guests get free drink refills and 50 cent popcorn refills for the duration of their stay.