Downtown Springfield Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Our pick of the best Downtown Springfield Hotel Deals
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
Lovely 2-Bedroom Unit in Springfield
I have stayed at this property many times and always had a positive experience, which makes this situation even more disappointing. After checking in with the host and placing my belongings in the unit, someone entered during my stay without notice, changed the access codes, removed my personal items, ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Lovely 2-Bedroom Unit in Springfriend
The place was clean and the layout worked well for us. Many lights were burnt out in the bathrooms and bedrooms. Some of the glassware are cracked at the bottom and caused leaks. When we did have an with the door, it was fixed quickly.The location for seeing all things downtown is perfect. We loved ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL
Great value for the money. Luxury feel without the luxury price. Biscuits and gravy with breakfast!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
