Downtown Springfield Travel Guide
Springfield
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Downtown Springfield
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton
Everything was great- only problem was one of the elevators was broken. We were there for a big firefighters memorial and it made it difficult getting up and down(I was in the 9th floor) with all the kids
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Carpenter Street Hotel
Breakfast was ok, and yes there was adequate parking. I think that property owners are not doing their job. The towels, the plumbing, scent in the corridors and etc. I know that it’s relatively inexpensive but if you’re putting your name on a property, it should meet a standard. The Carpenter does ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
State House Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
I booked the presidential suite. One small trash can in the whole place. Then opened the closet and there was a hole the size of my fist. Every time you close and open the bathroom door it would get stopped by the ironing board(this was the cause of the hole in the wall) which made I’d hard for a ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Lovely 2-Bedroom Unit in Springfield
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 16 Apr 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
Clean room, comfy bed, quiet experience as usual here.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
