Located 35 miles northwest of Chicago, the Barrington are has the charm of a small town but with many dining and shopping opportunities. Metra’s Union Pacific-Northwest rail line runs through the heart of the village downtown area and will take you straight into Chicago. But with approximately 40 restaurants and 117 specialty retailers in this town, you may choose to stay at home in Barrington. Barrington is also home to the historic Catlow Theater and contains Illinois’ largest residential historic district filled with stately Victorian homes.
Throughout the year you can enjoy many village events such as the Barrington Art Festival, the Farmer’s Market, Cruise Nights, Summer Fun Fridays, and the Community Talent Show to name a few. All this and great schools make the Barrington area a charming place to call home.