West Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Central
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.
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.
Missouri State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Missouri State University during your travels in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea life at Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium during your holiday to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Activities
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Our pick of the best West Central Hotel Deals
Lovely & Spacious Downtown 2 Bedroom
The value was great for the proximity to all the entertainment nearby.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Sleek & Stylish Retreat! Bass Pro, MSU, Downtown!
The house was really nice and comfortable. Definitely will be going back
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Upscale Loft in the Heart of Dtwn Springfield
Comfort and Convenience! Close to Downtown Spfd.
Felt at home the moment we walked through the door. Super convenient location near downtown, and Anthum gave great advice on sights to see, places to eat, etc. Wish we could have stayed longer.The one tiny problem we had was corrected immediately. Just mentioning that because Anthum is readily available ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
Everything was fine!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
Everything about this hotel was outstanding, especially the staff. The rooms are extremely clean and comfortable, and the staff is stellar!! This is definitely our go to hotel when in Springfield!!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Central
Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abou Ben Adhem Shrine and 1984 Arcade.
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.
Phelps
Phelps might not have many top sights, but JQH Arena and Springfield Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
University Heights
While there might not be top attractions in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
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.
Walnut Street
When in Walnut Street, you can plan a visit to Hammons Field and Springfield Cardinals, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
