Downtown Springfield Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent clock tower, various buildings, and green spaces.
A cityscape with a mix of commercial and residential buildings, a large green park, and a prominent clock tower.
A vintage green truck with 'Chark Mt Flower Truck' written on the side, parked in a grassy area with a canopy overhead.
A theater marquee with the name 'GILLIOZ' and a schedule for April 21.
An aerial view of a stadium with a green field and surrounding buildings.

Stay near popular Downtown Springfield attractions

Route 66 Stadium

8.6/10 (239 reviews)
Catch an event at Route 66 Stadium during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
See properties

Activities

Pythian Castle

Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

NZ$35
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Castle Entrance

History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

NZ$22
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Ozark Craft Beverage - Brewery Tour

Ozark Craft Beverage - Brewery Tour

NZ$268
per adult
Ozark Craft Beverage - Brewery Tour
See all activities in Springfield

Our pick of the best Downtown Springfield Hotel Deals

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield

3.5 out of 5
333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy Springfield MO
The price is NZ$156 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$156
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,625 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Air conditioning wasn't an issue, we were comfortable the whole weekend. It's clear that some work still needs to be done with maintaining the property, but it's headed in the right direction. Would recommend to anyone."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
Hotel Vandivort

Hotel Vandivort

4 out of 5
305 E. Walnut Springfield MO
The price is NZ$329 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$329
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Vandivort
Tru by Hilton Springfield Downtown

Tru by Hilton Springfield Downtown

2.5 out of 5
517 E Elm Street Springfield MO
The price is NZ$205 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$205
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place. Loved we could play pool with our college kids . Gym was well thought out. And the breakfast? Great choices"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Tru by Hilton Springfield Downtown
Moxy Springfield Downtown

Moxy Springfield Downtown

3 out of 5
430 South Avenue Springfield MO
The price is NZ$229 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$229
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (286 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Moxy Springfield Downtown
Walnut Street Inn

Walnut Street Inn

3.5 out of 5
900 E Walnut Street Springfield MO
The price is NZ$267 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$267
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly with free off the street parking and they have good recommendations for dining and breakfast. Beautiful room. In the room we had upstairs, the shower would be difficult for someone needing support rails while showering as they were not available due to nature of the bath ..."

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Walnut Street Inn
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge

Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge

2.5 out of 5
621 W Sunshine St Springfield MO
The price is NZ$224 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$224
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
See all 434 properties in Downtown Springfield
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Springfield

Find the best Downtown Springfield areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cave with stalactites and stalagmites.

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.

A historic house with a large tree in front, surrounded by a wooden fence and lush green grass.

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.

Three Cannons at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

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.

A single-story house with a porch, stone foundation, and a grassy field in the background.

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.

A building with a large sign that reads "History Museum."

West Central

Though West Central may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 1984 Arcade and Discovery Center of Springfield.

Downtown Springfield Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: