West Central Travel Guide
Springfield





Visit West Central
Things to do

History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

Tour The Ozarks Private Springfield Brewery Tour
Top hotels in West Central

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
"Stay there again"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
"Good breakfast Good A/C Very clean room Bed covers weren’t adequate. Bed was made strangely but sheets were very high quality. You gotta like rustic /outdoorsy decor to stay here’"
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Greenstay Hotel & Suites

ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Springfield Airport PLZ
"Nice, clean room. Nice place to stay at a great price."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield Airport/Rte 66
"Very run down and old-feeling. Front desk staff was nice but verrry slow and we were so tired and just wanted to get to our room to sleep. Shuttle was great, tho."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Economy Suites Springfield - Extended Stay
Where to stay in West Central

Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Southern Bank Arena and Route 66 Stadium.

Galloway Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Galloway Village and surrounding area, you can visit Battlefield Mall and Springfield Conservation Nature Center.

Southeast Springfield
While Southeast Springfield isn't home to many top sights, Battlefield Mall and Enterprise Park Lanes are some notable places to visit nearby.

Doling
Though Doling may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center and Dickerson Park Zoo.

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.




