Washington Park Botanical Gardens Tours

Green thumbs will love strolling around the nature-filled surroundings of Washington Park Botanical Gardens. Admire the wide array of plants, see if you can spot some wildlife or simply relax under the trees.

Washington Park Botanical Gardens is a great place to start out your day in Springfield. This showcase of plants is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Save time for other sights like Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Illinois State Fairgrounds, and Illinois State Capitol to get a complete picture of what's on offer in the area.

Popular places to visit

Front entry to the fabulous Dana-Thomas house. Built by Frank Lloyd Wright between 1902-04 for a local widow. The house has the largest number of FLW built furniture and art glass of any of his remaining properties. Tours are offered and we would highly recommend them as this house is special!

Dana-Thomas House

You can find out about the history of Springfield with a stop at Dana-Thomas House. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.

Dana-Thomas House
Springfield featuring heritage architecture

Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Come to this well-equipped facility to learn about Abraham Lincoln and to collect your ticket for one of the free tours that explore his carefully preserved home.

Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Illinois State Museum showing interior views

Illinois State Museum

See ancient fossils, examine local Native American artworks and find out about Illinois’ rich heritage through natural history exhibits at this extensive museum.

Illinois State Museum
Lincoln Depot featuring heritage elements

Lincoln Depot

Stand on the site where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous Farewell Address and stepped on the train bound for Washington D.C. and his future as president.

Lincoln Depot
Illinois State Capitol showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and an administrative buidling

Illinois State Capitol

Illinois State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Springfield, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.

Illinois State Capitol
Old State Capitol which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Old State Capitol

You can find out about the history of Springfield with a stop at Old State Capitol. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.

Old State Capitol

Best Lodging Options Near Washington Park Botanical Gardens

Crowne Plaza Springfield by IHG

Crowne Plaza Springfield by IHG

3.5 out of 5
3000 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL
Crowne Plaza Springfield by IHG
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Springfield Southeast

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Springfield Southeast

2.5 out of 5
3092 Stevenson Drive, Springfield, IL
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Springfield Southeast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL

3 out of 5
1121 Lejune Dr, Springfield, IL
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton

President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton

4 out of 5
701 E Adams St, Springfield, IL
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton
Comfort Inn & Suites Springfield I-55

Comfort Inn & Suites Springfield I-55

2.5 out of 5
3675 S 6th Street, Springfield, IL
Comfort Inn & Suites Springfield I-55
Route 66 Hotel, Springfield, Illinois

Route 66 Hotel, Springfield, Illinois

2.5 out of 5
625 E. Saint Joseph St., Springfield, IL
Route 66 Hotel, Springfield, Illinois
Drury Inn & Suites Springfield IL

Drury Inn & Suites Springfield IL

3 out of 5
3180 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL
Drury Inn & Suites Springfield IL
Holiday Inn Express Springfield by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Springfield by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3050 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL
Holiday Inn Express Springfield by IHG
Comfort Suites near Route 66

Comfort Suites near Route 66

2.5 out of 5
2620 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL
Comfort Suites near Route 66
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