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35 Top-Rated Places to Go in Springfield, MO, for a Fun Vacation

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35 Top-Rated Places to Go in Springfield, MO, for a Fun Vacation

Introduction - If you are planning to spend your next vacation in Springfield and wondering where to go, we've got you covered...

 
 
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Venture into the Smallin Civil War Cave

Place To Go 1 - Smallin Civil War Cave was discovered in 1818 and today is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours...

 
 
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Find out about Civil War history at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

Place To Go 2 - If you like historical attractions, a trip to Wilson's Creek National Battlefield is a must. The landmark is the site...

 
 
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Spot wildlife at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Place To Go 3 - A great outdoor spot in Springfield is the Springfield Conservation Nature Center. This 80-acre site features walking trails through forests...

 
 
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Travel back in time at the History Museum on the Square

Place To Go 4 - A fun way to go back in time and learn about Springfield's history is by going to the History Museum...

 
 
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Wander around the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Place To Go 5 - One of the most well-known attractions at the Springfield Botanical Gardens is the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden. It's also the...

 
 
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Watch the Springfield Cardinals play at Hammons Field

Place To Go 6 - Springfield has a minor league baseball team called the Cardinals. You can catch a Cardinals game at Hammons Field between...

 
 
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Tour Pythian Castle

Place To Go 7 - Also known as the Pythian Home of Missouri, Pythian Castle is one of the most interesting attractions in Springfield, Missouri...

 
 
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Hang out at Jordan Valley Park

Place To Go 8 - If you're still looking for activities in Springfield, MO, that get you outside, going to Jordan Valley Park should be...

 
 
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Catch a show at the Historic Gillioz Theatre

Place To Go 9 - Built in 1926, the Historic Gillioz Theatre is an iconic performance venue in the city. At the theater, you can...

 
 
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Meet animals at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park

Place To Go 10 - Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park is a 200-acre farmyard and park that has barnyard animals, pretty gardens, and open green space...

 
 

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