- TripBuzz found 24 things to do with kids in or near Springfield, Illinois, including 1 fun activity for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield.
- From Henson Robinson Zoo to Knight's Action Park & Caribbean Water Adventure, the Springfield area offers 26 different types of family activities, including: Historic Sites, Military Museums, Bowling and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
- Illinois' capital city of Springfield is most popularly known for it's many historical sites celebrating the life and times of President Lincoln, who lived in the town from 1837 to 1861. The city is also the site of the annual Illinois State Fair, Carillon Festival and Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair, drawing tens of thousands of tourists to the area each year.
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2301 E Lake Shore Drive, Springfield, IL 62712
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Situated in a prairie ecosystem, Lincoln Memorial Garden Nature Center hosts festivals, group trail walks, and other activities for the surrounding 100 acres. The park grows plant varieties that Abraham Lincoln would have seen during his lifetime.
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Pasfield House is an elegant relic to the bygone era. It is a historic house that plays host to weddings, parties, business gatherings and also offers accommodation. It is famous for its Abraham Lincoln connection.
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Located in an outdoor venue, Springfield Muni Opera hosts four productions each season that showcase musicals, dramas, and comedies. Visitors are welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit on at the venue.
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3322 S. Kimbrough, Springfield, MO 65807
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Capt Rick's Fishing Guide Service offers guided trips from an experienced tournament fisherman who specializes in instructional fishing techniques and deep water tactics for bass. He provides trips on three different lakes.
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1366 1010th Avenue, Lincoln, IL 62656
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Guests can enjoy a variety of recreational activities including hiking, hunting, boating, picnicking, and fishing at Edward R Madigan State Fish & Wildlife Area. The area features a variety wildlife including deer, pheasant, quail, rabbit, and hawks.
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Serving the local community, Lincoln Park District offers parks, fitness centers, driving ranges, baseball fields, and more at its facilities. The district has a sports center with free fitness classes, weights, and other equipment.
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Providing more than just bowling, Logan Lanes offers a variety of recreational fun for all ages to enjoy. This includes cosmic bowling (a popular weekend activity), along with a golf simulator and gaming machines.
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Showing on average four films at a time, Lincoln Cinema 4 features the latest films and blockbuster hits in its auditoriums. Visitors can receive free popcorn from the concession stand if they sign up for the cinema's newsletter.
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The world's largest covered wagon, listed in the Guinness Book of Records, the Railsplitter Covered Wagon is the number 1 roadside attraction in America according to the Reader's Digest magazine.
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Dedicated to the American president, the Lincoln Heritage Museum exhibits artifacts pertaining to Lincoln's life, as well as artifacts from the Civil War. Among these can be found Mary's mourning clothes, as well as her blood stained clothes.