Downtown Springfield Travel Guide
Springfield
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Popular places to visit
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.
Old State Capitol
You can find out about the history of Springfield with a visit to Old State Capitol. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
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.
Illinois State Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Illinois State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Springfield. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Downtown Springfield
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton
"This hotel is dated. Stained carpeting, dinged up doors, dirty shower curtains. Our vehicle wouldn’t fit in the parking garage. One positive, the breakfast buffet was pretty good!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Carpenter Street Hotel
"My first room had a toilet that leaked all over the floor so I was switched to another room. Besides the toilet, the 1st room was clean. The 2nd room, not so much."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
State House Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Elevator was broken. Spent 20 minutes trying to get tv to work"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL
"My family and I arrived at La Quinta Inn in Springfield, IL. located on 1121 LeJune Dr. We were all tired from a long drive and wanted to lay down right away. Within a few hours of being inside room 220 we noticed a roach crawling on the wall. I took a picture of it to show to the desk person who ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Northfield Inn, Suites & Conference Center
"Lived every part of it my our best moment was the oool area at night the mood was set lights off with area lights only real chill"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sleep Inn Springfield West
"Clean, well maintained room, friendly helpful staff and a great breakfast available."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
