Title: Barrington Travel Guide: Best of Barrington, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Barrington](https://expedia.co.uk/Barrington-Hotels.d55053.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Barrington](https://expedia.co.uk/Barrington-Holiday-Rentals.d55053.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Barrington Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Barrington.d55053.Car-Hire-Guide)[Barrington Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Barrington.d55053.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Barrington Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Barrington Village Green with Sign bench and Cricket Pavillion](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55053/70c5ab62-8e45-4083-9ee5-d76900c4ec7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Charles Town street view in St. Charles Town of Illinois.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55053/b2d2fac8-c264-462c-a408-685565235723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the few places in Illinois you can spot these magnificent birds on a regular basis. The call of this bird might be the most hideous in the wild. It sounds like a rusty door hinge and is very distinct. This is a bird you always hear before you see. These are very rare in Illinois. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7602/2a0d368a-a6ce-4eb1-9dda-42714dfbf66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A male bobolink in breeding plumage looking for a girlfriend. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7602/cae38edb-d510-4408-887e-6594286de018.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A beautiful savannah sparrow in a native prairie setting.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7602/b2e35018-e986-4247-a3d8-b3aed22060c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Barrington Things to do - Top hotels in Barrington - Top Holiday Rentals in Barrington ![Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8058/a48bf16b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL £209 27 Mar - 28 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,242 reviews) Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful! Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026&selected=8058&PinnedHotelID=8058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55053) ![Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5500/5403/2c5e0afa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago 9300 Bryn Mawr Ave Rosemont IL £115 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,433 reviews) Dddd Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=5403&PinnedHotelID=5403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55053) ![Marriott Chicago O'Hare](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/300/281/c9c2af9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Chicago O'Hare 8535 West Higgins Road Chicago IL £130 3 Apr - 4 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,234 reviews) It was all good! Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=281&PinnedHotelID=281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55053) [See all 1,615 properties in Barrington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=55053) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![InTown Suites Extended Stay Chicago IL - Elk Grove/O'Hare ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59360000/59358000/59357959/b6ea78b0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InTown Suites Extended Stay Chicago IL - Elk Grove/O'Hare 2411 Landmeier Road Elk Grove Village IL Stay at this aparthotel in Elk Grove Village. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Allstate Arena and Woodfield ... 4.8/10 (8 reviews) Staff at the front desk was excellent Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-InTown-Suites-Extended-Stay-Chicago-IL-Elk-Grove.h59357959.Hotel-Information) ![Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90090000/90083200/90083114/b77aff0a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier. Fox Lake IL Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Fox Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews) Very clean house, stocked well with extras, beautiful view. Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fox-Lake-Hotels-Beautiful-Cora-Cottage-On-Fox-Lake-Chain-OLakes.h90083114.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy Garden Suite minutes from O'hare and Rosemont + Free Parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122120000/122119700/122119695/8e2390b0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Garden Suite minutes from O'hare and Rosemont + Free Parking Northlake IL Stay at this apartment in Northlake. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Allstate Arena and Edge Ice Arena are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews) Great and inviting host. Great area and comfortable. Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Cozy-Garden-Suite-Minutes-From-Ohare-And-Rosemont-Free-Parking.h122119695.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Barrington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=55053&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Barrington hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55053&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034754/d10ea4fa-9a61-425f-b749-3325e9303223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Attraction) ![Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156167/9a44be22-322b-4187-8844-e2aa99b46184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Michigan Avenue You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Attraction) ![Chicago Skyline at North Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069213/e3e08680-ba57-4e08-8e19-fef490757e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naval Base Great Lakes After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naval-Base-Great-Lakes-Chicago.d6069213.Attraction) ![McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069191/6dd1da52-961b-4d36-a030-f105009f678b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McCormick Place Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McCormick-Place-Near-South-Side.d6069191.Attraction) ![Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069201/87d76a1e-e63f-48a2-8892-fb54ee86f8e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Millennium Park A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Attraction) ![Navy Pier featuring a sunset and rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069215/a6173fc5-04f4-4a58-b70a-61c78e1b648e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Navy Pier A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Attraction) ### Things to do ![360 CHICAGO Observation Deck ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/170348/1cbf6a0b-f355-4f8a-a858-37fdc0668a64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck £20 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/360-chicago-observation-deck.a170348.activity-details) ![Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/766175/932beb0e-70fe-42a4-baff-df68960da73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour £30 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wendellas-90-min-chicago-river-architecture-tour.a766175.activity-details) ![Flyover in Chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50023979/095bdacd-a8be-4515-aac0-469239aa8c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flyover in Chicago £29 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.activity-details) ![Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46362450/da44d619-18fc-4969-97e2-f7b8d0da99b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago C3® by CityPASS® £82 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-c3-by-citypass.a46362450.activity-details) ![Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851853/9464687e-f5ac-4a15-9285-f6e26537484c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket £18 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-navy-pier-centennial-wheel-ticket.a4851853.activity-details) ![cruise ship sailing past navy pier in chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/173241/21d8d1a0-e61c-4298-ab2f-118c1794b450.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise £102 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-cruises-chicago-lake-michigan-premier-dinner-cruise.a173241.activity-details) [See all activities in Barrington](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Barrington.d55053.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Barrington ![One of the few places in Illinois you can spot these magnificent birds on a regular basis. The call of this bird might be the most hideous in the wild. It sounds like a rusty door hinge and is very distinct. This is a bird you always hear before you see. These are very rare in Illinois. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7602/2a0d368a-a6ce-4eb1-9dda-42714dfbf66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hoffman Estates ![Crystal clear waters in Puglia, southern Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7731/c3a73306-d7bf-4a36-b0a0-ec8e1b541211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Crystal Lake ![Schaumburg showing farmland as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8107/7b179969-16d6-495b-ac3c-37a8c384f796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Schaumburg ![697-47 Wildflower Sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9059/37a20135-452c-4a00-ae69-65158e41e160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Palatine - Cities near Barrington - Places of interest [Hoffman Estates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hoffman-Estates.dx7602)[Crystal Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Lake.dx7731)[Schaumburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Schaumburg.dx8107)[Palatine](https://expedia.co.uk/Palatine.dx9059)[Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248)[Fox River Grove](https://expedia.co.uk/Fox-River-Grove.dx6216118) - [Arboretum of South Barrington ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arboretum-Of-South-Barrington-Chicago.d6175734.Attraction) - [The Catlow Theater ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Catlow-Theater-Barrington.d553248621532658589.Attraction) - [Six Flags Great America ](https://expedia.co.uk/Six-Flags-Great-America-Chicago.d6023396.Attraction) - [Lake Michigan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Michigan-United-States-of-America.d6338716.Attraction) - [Woodfield Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Woodfield-Mall-Chicago.d6064089.Attraction) - [Allstate Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Allstate-Arena-Chicago.d6069163.Attraction) - [LEGOLAND® Discovery Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/LEGOLAND-Discovery-Center-Chicago.d6169680.Attraction) - [Wheaton College ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wheaton-College-Chicago.d6091385.Attraction) - [Morton Arboretum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Morton-Arboretum-Chicago.d6238155.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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