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Pythian Castle which includes a park and heritage architecture

Wilsons Creek National Battlefield which includes heritage elements, interior views and military items

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Are you a fan of shopping or fine food? Or maybe you just like to get acquainted with a new city like a true local. When you're in Springfield, it doesn't really matter which category you fall in — this significant metropolis offers all the experiences and sights you could ever want.

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Springfield Art Museum - Stroll the halls and explore the captivating displays and well-curated collections at this respected museum.

Missouri State University - Educate yourself about some of the intriguing history of the region through this attraction.

Hammons Tower - Widely known among those who reside here, this site is worth visiting.

Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park - Organize a picnic and enjoy a walk around the interesting plants.

Things to Do in Springfield with Kids

There are loads of awesome experiences in Springfield that the entire gang will enjoy. Here are a few of the most popular family friendly experiences around.

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Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium consists of an all-new 1.5-million-gallon aquarium adventure showcasing 35,000 live fish, mammals, reptiles and birds, and immersive wildlife galleries that bring visitors eye-to-eye with the greatest collection of record-setting game animals ever assembled. Located adjacent to Bass Pro Shops National Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri, the 350,000-square-foot experience celebrates people who hunt, fish, and act as stewards of the land and water.

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Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium

4.5/5(269 reviews)

Make time to visit the sea life at Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Fantastic Caverns

4.5/5(140 reviews)

Look for bats hanging from stalactites as you pass through the cool caverns of this underground cave on a jeep-drawn tram.

Hammonds Field is where the Springfield Cardinals play baseball

Hammons Field

4.5/5(96 reviews)

Catch an event at Hammons Field during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Pythian Castle

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Tour this striking 1913 structure to see dungeons that once housed prisoners of war and to find out about its ghostly associations.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Springfield Conservation Nature Center, an entertaining place to visit in Springfield. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World

4.5/5(595 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Missouri State University

4.5/5(277 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Missouri State University, during your travels in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Mercy Hospital Springfield

4/5(104 reviews)

Though Mercy Hospital Springfield might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Springfield while you are here.

Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center

4/5(54 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center during your trip to Springfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Downtown Springfield

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Landers Theater and 1984 Arcade.

West Central

When in West Central, you can plan a visit to Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque and Landers Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southeast Springfield

4/5(65 area reviews)

While Southeast Springfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Battlefield Mall and Enterprise Park Lanes.

Meador Park

While there might not be top attractions in Meador Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Battlefield Mall and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.

Galloway Village

Galloway Village might not have many top sights, but Battlefield Mall and Springfield Conservation Nature Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Seminole Holland

Seminole Holland might not have many top sights, but Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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