Downtown Springfield Travel Guide
Springfield
Visit Downtown Springfield
Popular places to visit
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Springfield. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
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
You can find out about the history of Springfield with a stop at Lincoln Depot. Take in the fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
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
You can browse the exhibits at Lincoln Home National Historic Site, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Springfield. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Springfield
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton
The clean room and being able to text the staff!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
State House Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Staff was excellent in local food choices and directions. Rooms were clean, plenty of breakfast choices.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Carpenter Street Hotel
Room was spotless and staff was friendly. The breakfast was neat and clean. New carpet throughout too.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Springfield North
Staff was incredible. Place was clean and good enough. It was welcoming and just what I needed after landing for a huge move.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Northfield Inn, Suites & Conference Center
Although the Northfield Inn is an older facility, it is kept up well. The staff was friendly and courteous and the room was clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL
The room was exactly what I was hoping for and the staff was very helpful in locating a good local (not a chain) restaurant.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
