Downtown Springfield Travel Guide
Springfield





Visit Downtown Springfield
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

State House Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The entire place wasn't as clean as I expected. First impressions are everything. There were crumbs everywhere because it had not been vacuumed. The furniture and tables have not been dusted for a while.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton
Great
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Carpenter Street Hotel
There was a smoke detector in the hallway or another room that was beeping on the 3rd floor that was going all night.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Springfield IL
Clean property
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Sleep Inn Springfield West
Decent
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

