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Springfield IL Tourism and Sightseeing




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Springfield Illinois Tourism At a Glance

Best Time to Visit Springfield Illinois
Springfield busiest tourism seasons are spring, summer and fall, when there are more outside activities and events. All historic sites and all but a few local attractions are open throughout the year, except on certain holidays, making Springfield a year round destination. Click Here to find hotels in Springfield. If you need additional visitor information for Springfield, Click Here.

Average Springfield Weather
Moderate year-round temperatures. In the summer months, average temperatures range from 70-85°; in the winter months they range from 30-40°.

Transportation
Springfield’s central Illinois location and easy accessibility via interstates 55 and 72 make it an idea drive-to destination. Located in the heart of the Midwest, it’s within a day’s drive or less for much of the countries driving population.

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport has at least five daily connecting flights to both St. Louis and Chicago. AMTRAK runs to both Chicago and St. Louis at least three times daily.

In-Season Costs
Most of the historic sites are free. Rates for attractions remain constant throughout the year. Hotels often offer various seasonal packages.

Illinois Tourism - Springfield Attractions, Activities and Day Trips
Springfield is within a several hour drive from Chicago and Indianapolis, and is just 1½ hours from St. Louis. It’s an ideal day or weekend getaway. A day trip would allow time to visit some of the six Abraham Lincoln historic sites, including the new Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum (opens April 2005), In addition, Lincoln’s New Salem is located just 20 miles NW of Springfield. It offers a variety of historic re-enactment events that bring the pioneer village to life, as it would have been during Lincoln’s time there. We suggest an overnight visit to ensure a full Lincoln experience and to enjoy other sites in Springfield. For example, one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s best and most-complete “prairie” houses, the Dana-Thomas House, is located here. We also have the world’s 3rd-largest carillon and one of the few open to the public. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon hosts the annual International Carillon Festival each June, bringing in carillonneurs from around the world for a week of concerts and other cultural presentations. There are more than 100 annual events including horse shows, cars shows, LPGA golf, fine arts fairs, musical and stage productions, motorcycle races, air show, agricultural fair, antique marketplace and more. Springfield is right in the heart of the Illinois portion of Route 66 and has several internationally known "Mother Road" attractions. Bill Shea's Gas Station Museum, the Cozy Drive Inn and Joe Rogers' Chili all get visitors from around the globe looking for adventure on Route 66. In Illinois, all but 11 miles of Route 66 are still drivable. A drive down Route 66 between Chicago and St. Louis is a perfect weekend getaway. There are 38 hotels properties with more than 4,000 rooms. Properties range from economy chains to luxury hotels to historic B & Bs. Several are located in the downtown area close to the major historic sites. The others are just minutes away.

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Some of the most popular Springfield IL tourist attractions that list on our site include Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum Fun activities in Springfield IL include Kerasotes Springfield ShowPlace East 8, Avon Theatre and Carmike Strand 10.

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
Springfield, Illinois USA



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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
Life of Abraham Lincoln

Category:     Springfield Museum in Illinois
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Description of this Springfield Attraction: The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum is the largest presidential library complex in the US, a fitting tribute to one of the most-written about individuals in history. The Library contains world’s most extensive Lincoln collection, with more than 47,000 items. They include: nearly 1,500 documents written or signed by Lincoln between 1831 and 1865; handwritten copies of Gettysburg Address and President Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address; family documents and artifacts, including the Lincoln’s marriage license, a tablecloth from their wedding reception, the nameplate from the front door of the only home they owned and Mr. Lincoln’s shaving mirror. The Library is also home to the Illinois State Historical Library with more than 12 million items in its collection. It attracts thousands of scholars, students and history buffs from around the world for research. The Presidential Museum invites visitors to step into the world of our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln. From a replica of Lincoln's Indiana boyhood cabin to life in Springfield as lawyer and politician; from his Presidential years and the agony of the Civil War to his funeral homecoming to Springfield, visitors will explore the triumphs and tragedies of Lincoln's life. State-of-the-art exhibits and advanced technology move the conventional museum experience to a level not experienced before now: theater seats that reverberate from cannon fire and Holavision® 3D images that interact with live actors and then evaporate into thin air. The Whispering Gallery is a twisted, unsettling hallway where visitors hear brutally unkind things said about Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln during their early months in Washington. Cruel caricatures and harsh political cartoons attacking the Lincoln cover the walls of the gallery. The Emancipation Proclamation exhibit is a special-effects illusion corridor featuring a gauntlet of dream-like images of people telling Lincoln what he should do. The compilation of varying, sometimes racist, opinions reminds visitors that Lincoln was leading a deeply divided nation. Visitors can also meet Mrs. Lincoln in the White House; share an intimate scene between the President and First Lady as they sit with son Willie just before his death; overhear war gossip from the servants in the White House kitchen; witness the President and First Lady’s last moment together before he was assassinated. In addition to these and many more permanent exhibits, the Illinois Gallery with 3,000 square feet of temporary exhibit space will feature Smithsonian-caliber changing exhibits on topics as diverse as America’s First Ladies, Chicago’s gangster era, the architectural genius of Frank Lloyd Wright and other topics illustrating the rich history of Illinois and America. The Museum drops visitors into Abraham Lincoln's Life in a way no other historic site has been able to do. Why not take the plunge? Museum: Children (ages 5-15)$4; $10 adults; $7 students/seniors; school groups 15 & more are free, but must pre-register through Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, (217) 789-2360, ext 154. Entrance to Library is free.
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BB King at Sangamon Auditorium, Apr 23, 2010
BB King at Sangamon Auditorium in Springfield, IL

Category:     Springfield Concert event in Illinois
Price:           $120.00 - $184.00


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Springfield, Illinois Convention & Visitors Bureau
Historic Places & Fun Spaces

Category:     Springfield Tourism in Illinois


Description of this Springfield Visitor Information entry: Located in Central Illinois, Springfield is the perfect weekend getaway. Five nationally known Abraham Lincoln historic sites are located here, with another just 20 miles NW. Lincoln Home, Lincoln Tomb, Old State Capitol, Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices, Great Western Depot and New Salem present Lincoln's life from a young man of 22 to President-elect at age 52. He arrived in New Salem with few skills and little direction in life. He left Springfield for the White House as a learned lawyer, skilled negotiator and experienced politician, ready to lead a divided nation. Visit Springfield & follow the journey of one of our nation's most-written about figures. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum (www.alplm.org) opened April 19, 2005, with hi-tech, interactive exhibits that turn the ordinary museum experience upside down. Visitors can visit Lincoln as a boy in a cabin in the woods, witness the destructive effects of slavery on family life, listen to gossip in the Whispering Gallery, call on Mrs. Lincoln at the White House, witness the entire Civil War in 4 minutes, join the President and Mrs. Lincoln at Ford Theater, pay respects at the Old State Capitol where the President's casket was viewed by more than 75,000 mourners. This, and so much more, all happens within the walls of the Museum. When your Museum journey is complete, be sure to visit the actual Lincoln sites where many of the events in Abraham Lincoln’s life took place. Springfield is also home to Frank Lloyd Wright's best preserved and most complete "prairie" style house built in 1902-1904. The Dana-Thomas House contains 100 pieces of original Wright-designed white oak furniture and 450 original art glass doors, windows, light panels, light fixtures and skylights. Springfield is right in the heart of the Illinois portion of Route 66 and has several internationally known "Mother Road" attractions. Bill Shea's Gas Station Museum, the Cozy Drive Inn and Joe Rogers' Chili get visitors from around the globe looking for adventure on Route 66. In Illinois, all but 11 miles of Route 66 are still driveable. For a true Route 66 adventure, make plans on www.illinoisroute66.com. The are 100s of annual events throughout the year that add to the Springfield experience, such as the International Carillon Festival, LPGA State Farm Classic, International Route 66 Mother Road Festival & Car Show, Springfield Mile National Championship Motorcycle Race, Old Capitol Art Fair, ARCA stockcar racing and many more. Artistic and cultural events take place at Springfield Center for the Arts, Springfield Muni Opera, Sangamon Auditorium, Theatre in the Park, Prairie Capital Convention Center, Hoogland Center for the Arts and others. There are also 10 museums ranging from the Museum of Funeral Customs to the Illinois State Military Museum. We have more than 35 hotels and several B&Bs covering a wide range of accommodation needs. Visit us online, www.visit-springfieldillinois.com, or call (800) 545-7300.
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Avon Theatre

Category:     Decatur Movie Cinema near Springfield, Illinois


Description of this Springfield area Activity: Now Playing at Avon Theatre in Decatur, IL
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Carmike Lincoln Cinema 4

Category:     Lincoln Movie Cinema near Springfield, Illinois


Description of this Springfield area Activity: Now Playing at Carmike Lincoln Cinema 4 in Lincoln, IL
  • 2012
  • The Blind Side
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol
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Carmike Strand 10

Category:     Decatur Movie Cinema near Springfield, Illinois


Description of this Springfield area Activity: Now Playing at Carmike Strand 10 in Decatur, IL
  • 2012
  • Avatar in Digital 3D
  • The Blind Side
  • The Box
  • Couples Retreat
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol in Disney Digital 3D
  • Fantastic Mr. Fox
  • Law Abiding Citizen
  • Michael Jackson''s This Is It
  • Ninja Assassin
  • Old Dogs
  • Planet 51
  • The Twilight Saga: New Moon
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Illinois Theater

Category:     Jacksonville Movie Cinema near Springfield, Illinois


Description of this Springfield area Activity: Now Playing at Illinois Theater in Jacksonville, IL
  • Amelia
  • The Blind Side
  • Planet 51
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Kerasotes Jacksonville Illinois Theatre

Category:     Jacksonville Movie Cinema near Springfield, Illinois


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Kerasotes Springfield Parkway Pointe Cinema

Category:     Springfield Movie Cinema in Illinois


Description of this Springfield Activity: Now Playing at Kerasotes Springfield Parkway Pointe Cinema in Springfield, IL
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  • The Blind Side
  • Law Abiding Citizen
  • Michael Jackson''s This Is It
  • Pirate Radio
  • Planet 51
  • Where the Wild Things Are
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Kerasotes Springfield ShowPlace East 8

Category:     Springfield Movie Cinema in Illinois


Description of this Springfield Activity: Now Playing at Kerasotes Springfield ShowPlace East 8 in Springfield, IL
  • 2012
  • The Blind Side
  • Couples Retreat
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol
  • Law Abiding Citizen
  • Michael Jackson''s This Is It
  • Planet 51
  • The Twilight Saga: New Moon
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Kerasotes Springfield ShowPlace West 12

Category:     Springfield Movie Cinema in Illinois


Description of this Springfield Activity: Now Playing at Kerasotes Springfield ShowPlace West 12 in Springfield, IL
  • 2012
  • Couples Retreat
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol in Disney Digital 3D
  • Glenn Beck''s Christmas Sweater: A Return to Redemption Encore
  • Glenn Beck''s Christmas Sweater: A Return to Redemption LIVE
  • Inside Doctors Without Borders: LIVE with Elizabeth Vargas
  • The Men Who Stare at Goats
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Armida Encore
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Armida
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Carmen Encore
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Carmen
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Der Rosenkavalier Encore
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Der Rosenkavalier
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Hamlet Encore
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Hamlet
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Les Contes d''Hoffmann Encore
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Les Contes d’Hoffmann
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Simon Boccanegra Encore
  • The Metropolitan Opera: Simon Boccanegra
  • Paranormal Activity
  • RiffTrax LIVE: Christmas Shorts – Stravaganza!
  • RiffTrax: Christmas Shorts - Stravaganza! Encore
  • The Twilight Saga: New Moon
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Kerasotes Taylorville Cinema 2

Category:     Taylorville Movie Cinema near Springfield, Illinois


Description of this Springfield area Activity: Now Playing at Kerasotes Taylorville Cinema 2 in Taylorville, IL
  • Disney''s A Christmas Carol
  • The Twilight Saga: New Moon
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Americas Best Value Inn
Americas Best Value Inn in DECATUR, IL

Category:     Decatur Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $39.00/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: Americas Best Value Inn in DECATUR, IL
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Baymont Inn And Suites
Baymont Inn And Suites in SPRINGFIELD, IL

Category:     Springfield Hotel in Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $64.99/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield Accommodation: Baymont Inn And Suites in SPRINGFIELD, IL
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Baymont Inn and Suites Decatur
Baymont Inn and Suites Decatur in DECATUR, IL

Category:     Decatur Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $54.99/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: Baymont Inn and Suites Decatur in DECATUR, IL
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BEST WESTERN CARLINVILLE INN
BEST WESTERN CARLINVILLE INN in CARLINVILLE, IL

Category:     Carlinville Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $73.39/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: BEST WESTERN CARLINVILLE INN in CARLINVILLE, IL
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BEST WESTERN CLEARLAKE PLAZA, Continental Breakfast
BEST WESTERN CLEARLAKE PLAZA in SPRINGFIELD, IL

Category:     Springfield Hotel in Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $80.99/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield Accommodation: BEST WESTERN CLEARLAKE PLAZA in SPRINGFIELD, IL
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BEST WESTERN LINCOLN INN
BEST WESTERN LINCOLN INN in Lincoln, IL

Category:     Lincoln Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $62.99/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: BEST WESTERN LINCOLN INN in Lincoln, IL
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Blessings on State Bed & Breakfast, Non Smoking Rooms
Charming B & B in the heart of the historic district

Category:     Jacksonville Bed and Breakfast near Springfield, Illinois


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: This elegant Bed and Breakfast offers everything you're looking for in a Romantic Getaway! Two second floor guest suites each offer a private sitting room, fireplace (year-round), and a full private bath. Guests may choose between a high four-poster queen bed or a king sized feather bed. Our Tranquility Suite offers a beautiful marble spa bath. Serenity on State provides a glorious view of historic West State Street. The 24-hour International Coffee/Tea Buffet is available just outside your suite. Families enjoy this Bed & Breakfast with its large yard and easy access to Duncan Park. The Tranquility Suite offers separate sleeping arrangements for one or two in the sitting room, accessible only through the main suite. The Innkeeper is delighted to present four-course gourmet breakfasts, and will work hard to meet guests dietary restrictions while preparing food that is a feast for the eyes and for the tastebuds. Guests are welcome to enjoy the front wrap-around porch, the baby grand piano in the front parlor, and the books, DVD's in the library. Come visit us at Blessings on State!
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Carlinvilla Motel
Carlinvilla Motel in CARLINVILLE, IL

Category:     Carlinville Motel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $55.80/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: Carlinvilla Motel in CARLINVILLE, IL
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COMFORT INN LINCOLN
COMFORT INN LINCOLN in LINCOLN, IL

Category:     Lincoln Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $74.99/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: COMFORT INN LINCOLN in LINCOLN, IL
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COMFORT INN SOUTH JACKSONVILLE, Continental Breakfast
COMFORT INN SOUTH JACKSONVILLE in SOUTH JACKSONVILLE, IL

Category:     South Jacksonville Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $84.95/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: COMFORT INN SOUTH JACKSONVILLE in SOUTH JACKSONVILLE, IL
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COMFORT SUITES SPRINGFIELD, Continental Breakfast
COMFORT SUITES SPRINGFIELD in SPRINGFIELD, IL

Category:     Springfield Hotel in Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $99.00/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield Accommodation: COMFORT SUITES SPRINGFIELD in SPRINGFIELD, IL
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Country Hearth Jacksonville
Country Hearth Jacksonville in JACKSONVILLE, IL

Category:     Jacksonville Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $65.00/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: The Country Hearth Jacksonville (Ill.) sits on Morton Avenue, one of the main drags through town. Guests are close to Illinois College, MacMurrary College and historical sites devoted to Abe Lincoln.
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Country Inn Suites Decatur
Country Inn Suites Decatur in DECATUR, IL

Category:     Decatur Hotel near Springfield, Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $85.51/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield area Accommodation: Country Inn Suites Decatur in DECATUR, IL
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Courtyard by Marriott Springfield Il
Courtyard by Marriott Springfield Il in SPRINGFIELD, IL

Category:     Springfield Hotel in Illinois
Price:           Currently as low as $121.06/night!
Phone:         1-800-493-8594 (Toll free)


Description of this Springfield Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Springfield Il in SPRINGFIELD, IL
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