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Springfield Tourism and Sightseeing
Springfield, Missouri rests atop an ancient plateau, surrounded by rolling hills and offering an interesting mixture of metropolitan amenities, scenic natural beauty and a vibrant history. As Missouri’s third largest city, Springfield is rich with unique and entertaining attractions, over a thousand dining options as well as a variety of shopping & cultural activities. Springfield, also known as the Queen City of the Ozarks, has had a noteworthy history. Significant Civil War battles occurred in and around Springfield, leaving in its wake the Springfield National Cemetery and eventually Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield. The nation’s first recorded “Wild West Era” shootout took place on Springfield’s Park Central Square following the Civil War. Early in the Twentieth Century, a name was needed for the route that would connect Chicago to Los Angeles; On April 30th 1926 Springfield, MO became the birthplace of Route 66 as officials converged in the city and decided on a name.   Skip to Best Time to Visit. View Map.


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Fantastic Caverns
Fantastic Caverns Top Attraction!
Tour in Springfield, MO USA

Fantastic Caverns, a family owned business discovered in 1862, is America's only Ride-Through Cave. The 55-minute tour through the ancient underground riverbed will amaze visitors with massive formations and impeccably preserved natural features. Fantastic Caverns, a family owned business discovered in 1862, is America's only Ride-Through Cave. The 55-minute tour through the ancient underground riverbed will amaze visitors with colossal formations and impeccably preserved natural features.


Springfield Cardinals AA Baseball
Springfield Cardinals AA Baseball Top Attraction!
Sport in Springfield, MO USA

The Springfield Cardinals, Springfield's very own double-A Texas affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, continue to entertain and amaze Springfield residents and visitors at Hammons Field, the Baseballparks.com 2005 Ballpark of the year The Springfield Cardinals, Springfield's very own AA Texas affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, continue to entertain and amaze Springfield residents and visitors at Hammons Field, the Baseballparks.com 2005 Ballpark of the year.

1984 Arcade
1984 Arcade things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Recreation in Springfield, MO USA


Battle of Springfield Tour
Battle of Springfield Tour
Tour in Springfield, MO USA

In January 1863, Union forces defended the Springfield territory during the Confederate attempts to gain supplies and high-ground access. Twelve markers placed throughout downtown Springfield commemorate the battle.

Fantastic Caverns
Fantastic Caverns things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Tour in Springfield, MO USA

America's only ride-through natural cave. A 55-minute guided tour follows an ancient underground riverbed filled with massive formations. The cave stays a comfortable 60¦ year-round.


Oovvda Winery
Oovvda Winery
Winery in Springfield, MO USA

Great wine, hospitality and fun rule at OOVVDA Winery. See our Facebook for current activities. Wines are crafted from mostly local fruit.

Smallin Civil War Cave
Smallin Civil War Cave things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Tour in Ozark, MO USA

Discovered in 1818, Smallin Cave's breathtaking ten-story arch leads you into rich human history, unusual geology, and rare cave life. Open year-round for guided tours.

Wild Animal Safari
Wild Animal Safari
Excursion in Strafford, MO USA

Missouri's largest Wild Animal Safari with more than 650 animals of 65 species.

AJ Croce at Gillioz Theatre
AJ Croce at Gillioz Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Next Month, Apr 12, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Springfield, MO USA

AJ Croce April 12, 2024 at Gillioz Theatre in Springfield, MO 7:30PM


Barry Manilow at Great Southern Bank Arena
Barry Manilow at Great Southern Bank Arena things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Aug 24, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Springfield, MO USA

Barry Manilow August 24, 2024 at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, MO 7:00PM

Celtic Woman at Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Celtic Woman at Juanita K. Hammons Hall things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Next Month, Apr 21, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in Springfield, MO USA

Celtic Woman April 21, 2024 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall in Springfield, MO 3:00PM

Chicago at Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Chicago at Juanita K. Hammons Hall things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
May 20, 2024 (Monday) Concert event in Springfield, MO USA

Chicago May 20, 2024 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall in Springfield, MO 7:00PM

Come from Away (Touring) at Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Come from Away (Touring) at Juanita K. Hammons Hall things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Next Month, Apr 12, 2024 (Friday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Come from Away (Touring) April 12, 2024 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall in Springfield, MO 7:30PM

Galactic Empire at The Regency Live
Galactic Empire at The Regency Live things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Next Month, Apr 06, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Springfield, MO USA

Galactic Empire April 06, 2024 at The Regency Live in Springfield, MO 6:30PM

Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre
Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
May 31, 2024 (Friday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Guys & Dolls May 31, 2024 at Springfield Little Theatre in Springfield, MO 7:30PM

Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre
Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Jun 01, 2024 (Saturday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Guys & Dolls June 01, 2024 at Springfield Little Theatre in Springfield, MO 7:30PM

Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre
Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Jun 02, 2024 (Sunday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Guys & Dolls June 02, 2024 at Springfield Little Theatre in Springfield, MO 2:00PM

Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre
Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Jun 06, 2024 (Thursday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Guys & Dolls June 06, 2024 at Springfield Little Theatre in Springfield, MO 7:30PM

Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre
Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Jun 07, 2024 (Friday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Guys & Dolls June 07, 2024 at Springfield Little Theatre in Springfield, MO 7:30PM

Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre
Guys & Dolls at Springfield Little Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Springfield, MO
Jun 08, 2024 (Saturday) Theater event in Springfield, MO USA

Guys & Dolls June 08, 2024 at Springfield Little Theatre in Springfield, MO 7:30PM

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Best Time to Visit Springfield


If you do not like the weather in the Ozarks, wait a while and it will change. The average annual precipitation in Springfield is 43 inches; about half of that amount is in the form of snow. In the winter the average low and high temperatures are 24-45 degrees Fahrenheit and in the summer the average low and high temperatures are 65-88 degrees Fahrenheit. Anytime is the perfect time to visit Springfield, depending on the type of experiences you are looking to engage in.

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Monthly Temperatures in Springfield


Month Low Avg High
January 21.8 31.7 41.6
February 26.4 37.1 47.7
March 34.9 46.3 57.8
April 43.6 55.6 67.7
May 53.4 64.7 75.9
June 62.2 73.4 84.6
July 67.1 78.5 89.9
August 65.6 77.6 89.5
September 57.4 69.3 81.2
October 46.1 58.4 70.6
November 35.3 45.9 56.4
December 25.9 35.7 45.5

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