5 Star Places To Visit in Springfield, Illinois, United States (8)

1. 5.0 Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (4.552 reviews)
   - So impressive!
   Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Libraries • History Museums
   
   
   In a stunning combination of scholarship and showmanship, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum immerses you in Lincoln's world and time. Journey from a rustic Indiana cabin to the Executive Mansion in the nation's capitol; follow the fate of America's 16th president and share the joys and sorrows of a family - and a nation. (Please be advised, while the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum is open 7 days a week, the Presidential Library is only open on weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.) See more..
   
2. 5.0 Dana-Thomas House (1.168 reviews)
   - Historic Frank Lloyd Wright home
   Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites
   
   
   95+% original Frank Lloyd Wright house only blocks from the Illinois State capital building. The state-landmark house is a living museum of the socialite Mrs. Dana. She paid Wright a lot for the design a little over 100 years ago. The home is filled with original furniture design by Mr. Wright that takes you back to his original concept. Lots of art glass as well. You need to make reservations online because they only have a few guided tours a day - takes about an hour. Our tour guide was great! See more..
   
3. 5.0 Edwards Place Historic Home (100 reviews)
   - Interesting and educational
   Historic Sites
   
   
   The tour guide was excellent. She was full of information and her presentation was very good. I love history so enjoyed it from that perspective. My wife loves old homes with unique furniture and architecture and she enjoyed it from that perspective. Glad we chose to visit. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Rees Memorial Carillon (61 reviews)
   - Do the Tour!!
   Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   Do the tour! The tour of the Carillon’s is about 30 minutes and you learn about how they’re played and how they came to be and how they’re made. Then if you can stay or come back for the concert when they play, it’s worth it. The concert is about another 30 minutes and sounds just wonderful. There are places to sit and relax and geese to feed too. The tour costs a nominal amount but listening to the Carillons is free. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Elijah Iles House (22 reviews)
   - The oldest residence in Springfield!
   Architectural Buildings
   
   
   My family and I arrived just in time to see "Mr. Lincoln" walking a small group of visitors from the Lincoln Home National Historic Site to the Elijah Iles House. We caught up to their walking tour on the way to the House. "Mr. Lincoln" was a delight as he talked to us about the town and our destination: The Elijah Iles House. Once inside, we proceeded to the lower level for a talk about historical events during his Presidency-- in character! The staff even provided refreshments (cookies and lemonade) while we sat and listened. "Mr.Lincoln" graciously posed for pictures with me and my family. What a delightful experience! See more..
   
6. 5.0 Hoogland Center for the Arts (21 reviews)
   - Watching a friend in the theater
   Theaters
   
   
   Love the cozy feel of the space and the fact that all the seats are good seats. Wonderful show that night. Tick Tick Boom. See more..
   
7. 5.0 Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (10 reviews)
   - Beautiful and Serene
   Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals
   
   
   An absolutely beautiful church. I think the monsignor finally retired, but I used to really enjoy when he celebrated mass. See more..
   
8. 5.0 Southwind Park (9 reviews)
   - All the flowers!
   Parks • Playgrounds
   
   
   Family gathering in the pavilions was what brought me to the park. After driving from dry, burnt, Colorado the flowers and and trees were beautiful! There were many people playing their Pokemon go game and really enjoying their time outdoors. I had to join and learn all about this game. Not quite my thing but they were happy to help me work it out. This place is well maintained. Giant! You would not know there were hundreds of people there that day with how big the place is. Absolutely beautiful too. Go for a walk, hang out at the pond, play on the playground, have a picnic, play horseshoes, shuffle board, Frisbee, or Pokemon go. Just get out and enjoy! See more..