Tom Watkins Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Tom Watkins
Popular places to visit

Fantastic Caverns
Look for bats hanging from stalactites as you pass through the cool caverns of this underground cave on a jeep-drawn tram.

Hammons Field
Catch an event at Hammons Field during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Pythian Castle
Tour this striking 1913 structure to see dungeons that once housed prisoners of war and to find out about its ghostly associations.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center
Enjoy a stop at Springfield Conservation Nature Center, an entertaining place to visit in Springfield. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
The Library Station
After visiting The Library Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Springfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
You can do some window-shopping at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Activities

Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Our pick of the best Tom Watkins Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield Airport Plaza
The parking is easy and safe
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Springfield Airport PLZ
Room was clean and the Kat was really nice.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

THE GAMER’S OASIS! Bring friends and family together for retro/modern gaming!
Pulling into the neighborhood, we immediately had concerns. Unfortunately, those concerns were confirmed as soon as we entered. This property looked nothing like the listing photos or prior reviews.Cleanliness was a serious issue. The half bath had clearly not been cleaned, the floors throughout ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Game Room & King Suite! & More
House was very clean and homy, hot tub could have been a little cleaner, and some outside seating by the grill and hot tub would have been even better. But the stay itself was amazing thank you.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
Breakfast was really good and wasn’t over until 11, which was very nice! We didn’t have to get up early and rush as some hotels put away breakfast early! Staff was very friendly and helpful. I had asked for a late check out as we were attending a wedding at 3, and it was granted, i was super excited ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
Staff was helpful
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tom Watkins

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.

Midtown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Springfield Cardinals and Pythian Castle.

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 Landers Theater.

Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like 1984 Arcade and JQH Arena.

Fassnight
When in Fassnight, you can plan a visit to Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Walnut Street
When in Walnut Street, you can plan a visit to Hammons Field and Springfield Cardinals, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

