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
"Nice location and nice view"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
State House Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"It's a work in progress. Staff and management were great and helped navigate the fumbles."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Carpenter Street Hotel
"We enjoyed the great location to downtown and the Lincoln Presidential Museum & Library. We slept well and the building was quiet at night. The breakfast was adequate. Cons: Sketchy neighborhood, No towels were in our room when we arrived and we had to go retrieve them from the front desk after two ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL
"It was good for one night . Pool was not clean. Staff was not the nicest."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Springfield IL
"Breakfast was very good. Hotel was reasonably clean. Didn't get the room I reserved."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Northfield Inn, Suites & Conference Center
"Loved the proximity to dining and shopping. Reasonably priced considering the convenience to the Lincoln sites."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
