Location: Springfield
Top Things to do in Springfield
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Springfield That You Shouldn't Miss
Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498. As of 2016, the Census Bureau estimated its population at 167,319. It is one of the two principal cities of the Springfield-Branson Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 541,991 and includes the counties of Christian, Dallas, Greene, Polk, Webster, Stone and Taney.
Restaurants in Springfield
1. Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 419 reviews
The 112-acre Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park contains a number of garden attractions including the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden and Dr. Roston Native Butterfly House; the historic Gray-Campbell Farmstead; picnic pavilions; access to the South Creek Greenway. The park is open sunrise to sunset. The Botanical Center/ welcome center is open Monday-Saturday 8 am - 8 pm and Sunday 11 am - 6pm April - October. The building closes at 5 pm November - March. The majority of the park is free.
Reviewed By jodif773 - Springfield, United States
This is one of the best parks in Springfield!! Beautiful flowers in the spring, great fall colors, and lots of fun areas for kids to play. We also love to ride our bikes along the paved paths.
2. Springfield Cardinals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 493 reviews
Reviewed By ozarksguy573 - Pawleys Island, United States
The Springfield Cardinals AA Minor League team playing at Hammond's Field is a fantastic place to have fun while watching a baseball game. Lots of entertainment between innings to keep children interested and having fun. Food vendors have a variety of offerings to please most anyone. The parking is convenient and access is good. We participated in a special ticket promotion last season and was able to get all Friday night games that had fireworks displays after the game. Wow, this was entertaining for the grandkids! If you are a baseball fan, you get to see a quality product, often consisting of some major leaguers who are rehabilitating and others who will get called up to the St. Louis or Memphis teams before the season is over. Being a fan, it is great to see the future major leaguers.
3. Capt. Ricks Guide Service Table Rock Lake
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5.0 based on 116 reviews
Branson Missouri instructional fishing guide service. Table Rock Lake expert. Families welcome larger Ranger boat or 22' Blue Wave Bay boat. Capt. Rick LaPoint and Capt. Aaron LaPoint are U.S. Coast Guard licensed and fully insured, professional guides for the last 25 years. I guide on Table Rock, Bull Shoals Lakes Rick has over 40 years of bass tournament experience, with many wins. Aaron has followed in his dads footsteps and is making memories for his customers. We both specialize in instructional fishing techniques and deep water tactics for bass. We also love to take kids out fishing and will provide all that is needed for an enjoyable trip on the water.
4. NRA National Sporting Arms Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Monica58860 - Dousman, United States
Did not expect this attraction at Bass Pro but sure am glad we did find it. So worth a trip up the stairs and into the exhibit. So much cool stuff to see. Highly recommend
5. The Library Center
6. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
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4.5 based on 1,556 reviews
This huge sporting goods store has over 14,000 items of merchandise in 150,000 square feet.
Reviewed By nancyb890 - Champlin, United States
First visit to this location and it was super great! Each department has an awesome selection of products and I especially like the Archery Hall of Fame and Gun Museum on second level above the hunting dept. Nice employees and loved the homemade fudge!
7. Fantastic Caverns
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4.5 based on 1,708 reviews
Discover the timeless beauty of Fantastic Caverns, one of the earth's rarest treasures. There are only four of its' kind in the entire world, and only one in North America. Here, you'll discover one of the world's most beautiful natural wonders; giant columns stretching from floor to ceiling, delicate soda straws glistening with minerals, tiny cave pearls hidden in crystal-clear water. And best of all, you'll see it close-up from the comfort of a Jeep-drawn tram!
Reviewed By jermyc2014
This was the best cave experience I have had.Our tour guide Brent was FANTASTIC just like the cave! Truly a must see if going through Springfield.
8. The Springfield Expo Center
9. Discovery Center of Springfield
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By laylas310 - Springfield, United States
its amazing it has so many cool things for kids to do and even the adults it is teaching kids science in a fun way
10. The Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
History from all branches of the service and many other items can be viewed. We are all volunteers and will help young people learn and get hands on with some of the equipment. Come and see what we have, it will surprise you.
Reviewed By MAP333QB - Alma, United States
An amazing amount of items on display and operated by some very knowledgable retired military guys. Highly recommend.
