- Our list of the best things to do in Mchenry, Illinois, features the top 369 nearby activities — including 139 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Mchenry, 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 4 things to do within the city of Mchenry, IL , followed by 365 popular activities in nearby cities, including Waukegan, Lake Geneva, Schaumburg, Gurnee, Buffalo Grove, Elgin, Arlington Heights, Crystal Lake, Palatine, Mundelein, Woodstock, Grayslake, Hoffman Estates, Libertyville, Wheeling, Barrington, Algonquin, Vernon Hills, Bartlett, Lincolnshire, Zion, Huntley, Carpentersville, Highland Park, Mount Prospect, Pleasant Prairie, Streamwood, Elk Grove Village, Kenosha, Delavan, Great Lakes, Northbrook, Lake In The Hills and Round Lake Beach
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533 Saint Charles Street, Elgin, IL 60120
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Featuring artifacts from the Elgin No 5 fire house, the Elgin Fire Barn No 5 Museum displays antique fire fighting equipment, including a hand-propelled hose cart, old helmets and uniforms, a variety of badges, and other memorabilia.
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Waukegan's Bevier Park is a 30 acre area that features a variety of attractions and amenities. There is a large pond, tennis and basketball courts, a soccer field, a baseball field, and a nine hole disc golf course.
21.4 Miles
The Lynfred Winery not only offers wines, but has several satellite tasting rooms, one of which features a bed and breakfast with wine country-themed suites. They also have on-site chefs that pair their wines with personal recipes.
21.4 Miles
From milk shakes to soft serve, Shirl's Drive-In & Lighthouse Miniature Golf offers visitors a variety of frozen treats to enjoy. The golf course is landscaped with rocks and plants, and features a lighthouse structure in the center.
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Located in the suburb of Arlington Heights, Illinois, Arlington Park is a horse racing track just outside of Chicago. In 1981, the site hosted the first thoroughbred race that featured a million dollar purse.
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2200 W Euclid Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60006
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of horse racing events and wagering on the races at Arlington International Racecourse. The horse racetrack also features a sports bar, a restaurant and a variety of contests and promotions.
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Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Lake Arlington from one of the walking paths that circle the lake. There are rental shops set up by the lake so visitors can take sailboats and kayaks out on the water.
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Featuring a pond, Vogelei Park has a gazebo overlooking the water which can be used for fishing or viewing wildlife. The park is suitable for picnics and walking and has a playground, splash pad and rose garden.
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Naval Station Great Lakes Main Gate on Sheridan Road, Great Lakes, IL 60088
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Free to tourists, the Great Lakes Naval Museum offers guided tours and a valuable education concerning the history of the military, particularly the U.S. Navy. Throughout the year, special events and activities are planned for children and youth groups.
21.6 Miles
401 Shepard Drive, Elgin, IL 60123
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Operated and owned by family since 1965, Elgin Lanes is a modern bowling alley with many unique features. Guests can try one of the 30 bowling lanes, 6 billiard tables, join a league, or even host a birthday party.