Title: West Central Travel Guide: Best of West Central, Springfield Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in West Central](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Central-Hotels.d553248635976478103.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Springfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Springfield.d602962.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Springfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Springfield.d602962.Travel-Guide-Activities)[West Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-West-Central.d553248635976478103.Car-Hire-Guide)[West Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Central.d553248635976478103.Holidays-City-Breaks) # West Central Travel Guide ## Springfield ![Stste Supreme Courtof Missouri Building Jefferson City Missouri where the laws for the state of Missouri are intrepretate and ligtigated](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478103/799f512a-db18-49a7-aa78-b0f46e523d4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Spring is the perfect time to visit Springfield and create your own bouquet of fresh Ozark flowers. #LifeAtExpedia #OnTheRoad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602962/06292728-e9f0-4f11-aaf6-6091127d1347.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Theatre opened in 1936 on the historic Route 66. Springfield is dubbed the birthplace of Route 66. The theater is located just east of the downtown square. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602962/0d9d18ac-61fd-4317-aaef-4c5ff4c8a039.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Not much to see here or do here, some street sign in the opposite sidewalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602962/4ddf5d11-bcf7-4156-91fe-66a2db7f7cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Springfield which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602962/dfe385da-6807-4b1d-abd9-66318501508f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit West Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Springfield travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield.dx602962) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Fantastic Caverns featuring caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064847/09ce7619-8bfc-4447-bd03-dfe4d6de5eaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fantastic Caverns 5/5(1 review) Look for bats hanging from stalactites as you pass through the cool caverns of this underground cave on a jeep-drawn tram. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fantastic-Caverns-Springfield.d6064847.Attraction) ![Hammonds Field is where the Springfield Cardinals play baseball ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602962/846bed54-1909-4f33-a46d-0199e7f93520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hammons Field 5/5(1 review) Catch an event at Hammons Field during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hammons-Field-Springfield.d6064853.Attraction) ![Pythian Castle which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532648167/b4c68064-ae2d-4350-97bb-1831a956822a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pythian Castle Tour this striking 1913 structure to see dungeons that once housed prisoners of war and to find out about its ghostly associations. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pythian-Castle-Springfield.d553248621532648167.Attraction) ![Caption---- Springfield Nature Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532648159/b45fef0b-5a04-469b-baed-998dc5b15ee3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield-Conservation-Nature-Center-Springfield.d553248621532648159.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bass-Pro-Shops-Outdoor-World-Seminole-Holland.d6064843.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wonders-Of-Wildlife-Museum-Aquarium-Springfield.d6064841.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Pythian Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1103662/13a649a1-69d5-408d-8ac8-b0d187677e2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-ghost-tour-of-pythian-castle-in-springfield-missouri.a1103662.activity-details) [See all activities in Springfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Springfield.d602962.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in West Central ![Lovely & Spacious Downtown 2 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117070000/117067700/117067691/w904h683x60y0-4217aba2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lovely & Spacious Downtown 2 Bedroom Springfield MO Stay at this holiday home in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=117067691&PinnedHotelID=117067691&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=117067691&PinnedHotelID=117067691&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) ![Upscale Loft in the Heart of Dtwn Springfield](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93200000/93198600/93198510/576d4853_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Upscale Loft in the Heart of Dtwn Springfield Springfield MO Stay at this apartment in Springfield. Enjoy free parking, balconies and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and Springfield Contemporary ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=93198510&PinnedHotelID=93198510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=93198510&PinnedHotelID=93198510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) ![Sleek & Stylish Retreat! Bass Pro, MSU, Downtown!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114430000/114429500/114429417/6abd475d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sleek & Stylish Retreat! Bass Pro, MSU, Downtown! Springfield MO £121 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and Springfield ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews) Very clean house! Sketchy neighbors but all in all very pleased with our stay! Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=114429417&PinnedHotelID=114429417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) ![University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22900/22870/171325f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy Springfield MO £71 9 Apr - 10 Apr 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 ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,338 reviews) Good for cost and close to ballpark. Fridge smelled of garlic and there were some cleanliness issues in room but not awful. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=22870&PinnedHotelID=22870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) ![Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22600000/22590900/22590856/420ffb1d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge 621 W Sunshine St Springfield MO 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,026 reviews) Mandy and Naomi were beyond friendly and extremely helpful!! The pool, room and breakfast were all great!! 10/10!!! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=22590856&PinnedHotelID=22590856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=22590856&PinnedHotelID=22590856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) ![Best Western Courtview Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17300/17276/111f3d49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Courtview Hotel 3370 East Battlefield Springfield MO Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £87 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,167 reviews) This hotel was close to everything we needed. Breakfast was great, staff was helpful! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=17276&PinnedHotelID=17276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478103) [See all 415 properties in West Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976478103) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield-Downtown-Springfield.dx553248635074843076) ![Wedgewood Barber Shop located in Springfield Missouri. Been around for 50+ years. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602962/34981800-51c1-4f99-9c5e-ce6b45746057.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield-Fassnight.dx897761969353015296) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Phelps Phelps might not have many top sights, but JQH Arena and Springfield Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield-Phelps.dx897765066167029760) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield-University-Heights.dx553248635976480959) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Springfield-Midtown.dx553248635976476876) ![Springfield road arrow sign in best western route 66 rail haven.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976658769/3cca637f-73a8-4bc4-80e5-eee349651661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Walnut Street When in Walnut Street, you can plan a visit to Hammons Field and Springfield Cardinals, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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