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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25.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3609 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
At Fullersburg Woods Environmental Education Center, visitors can view an interactive display detailing the ecosystem of the region. The center is surrounded by creeks and forests with nature trails for visitors to hike.
25.2 Miles
86% 63 votes
History Museums 339 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the great American writer and journalist, the Hemingway Museum offers a glimpse in the life of Hemingway. Personal letters and his childhood diary are only some of the things exhibited in here.
25.2 Miles
82% 11 votes
Recreation Centers 206 S Marion Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 MoreLess Info
Peekaboo Playroom is a safe play area where children can explore, play, and take part in crafts and activities. Drop in prices, monthly passes, and frequent events such as pizza days, craft Wednesdays and picture days are also offered.
25.2 Miles
- 4 votes
Beaches Sheridan Street, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
Dempster Street Beach in Evanston offers kayaking and other water sports opportunities along the river. Visitors pay a modest beach fee to use the beach and access its various attractions.
25.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Farms & Ranches 41640 Green Bay Road, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Hidden Creek Ranch is a ranch offering horse owners and riders a number of different services. These include riding lessons, horse boarding in one of the many stables, horse training, and many others.
25.3 Miles
87% 114 votes
Religious Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Austere on the outside but soothing and calming on the inside, Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity temple acquaints the visitor with the symbolics of modern American architecture.
25.3 Miles
92% 77 votes
Libraries 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Hosting a permanent Hemingway collection, the Oak Park Public Library organizes almost each day of the year special events and exhibitions, for adults and children alike.
25.3 Miles
100% 7 votes
Cooking Classes 7401 West Madison, Forest Park, IL 60130 MoreLess Info
Accommodating visitors of all cooking skill levels, Flavour Cooking School offers a variety of adult and children classes where visitors they can learn how to make different meals. Each class is led by a professional chef.
25.3 Miles
65% 131 votes
National & State Parks Lake Front / Park Office, Zion, IL 60099 MoreLess Info
Located in Zion, Illinois, the Illinois Beach State Park features camping, hiking, kayaking, cycling and boating. The park stretches for approximately 6.5 miles along Lake Michigan. The campground features 241 Class-A premium sites, each with electrical and shower access.
25.3 Miles
92% 12 votes
Historic Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1973, the Unity Temple Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the Unity Temple. The building was constructed in the 20th century by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
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