Best places: Things to dos in Hoffman Estates, United States

Trails wind through this picturesque natural area with a 19th-century farm & docents in costume.

Jousting, horsemanship & falconry plus a 4-course, utensil-free meal served in a castle-like space.

Lakeside forest retreat offering an elk habitat, a biking trail, boat rentals & large picnic groves.

Built mainly from natural materials, this playground offers areas for climbing, sliding & splashing.

👍👍 Very nice farm and wonderful place to go with your family. It’s a great place to escape from urban life and to enjoy the beauty of each season. Don’t forget to visit the museum and the old house. There are a lot things you would like to see.

Popular park offering wooded trails for hiking & biking, plus an enclosed pasture with elk.

72-acre park-district destination with soccer & softball fields plus basketball & skate areas.

Protected woodland groves, meadows & wetlands along the meandering Spring Brook Creek.

👍 A few cool sculptures. But pretty small. Not much walking, but there is a small circle-ish mini trail (I mean it's a 7 min circle) right outside the sculpture area for a quick burst of sun. The sculptures themselves are completely shaded. Which can be good or bad... I am a sun chaser so I was sadden...

Public recreation area with boat rentals, fishing & picnic spots, along with a concession stand.

Attendees paint during evening classes at this art studio chain serving alcohol at most locations.

👍👍 We love visiting this park during the holiday season. They have a beautiful light display. Just wish we could've done dinner in downtown Arlington Heights like we normally do!

Lake park featuring a loop trail, fishing, hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing & other activities.

👍👍 Great place to hike up the hill with views of downtown Chicago. Includes a half-mile bike/walking/running loop that surrounds it. Also a frisbee disc golf, skate park, and picnic pavilion. I get great exercise here.

This 44-acre tract offers fishing, sport courts & fields, a playground, a gazebo & walking paths.

Modest park featuring lighted tennis courts, a soccer field, gazebo & community center.

Ball fields, a fishing & skating pond & picnic areas highlight this community park with bike trails.

Large public park featuring a gymnasium, outdoor pool, ice rink, soccer fields & picnic areas.

Public woodlands popular for bird-watching, with a paved cycling trail & an 18-hole golf course.