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Experiences in Springfield, IL

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Local Tour Operator
Springfield Walks & Tours
Springfield, IL Area
Provides historical and ghost walking tours, private tour experiences, and guide services that delve into the history and mysteries of Lincoln's Springfield.
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Outdoor Activity Provider (Boat Rentals)
Lake Springfield Marina
Springfield, IL Area
Provides a selection of boat rentals including party barges, pontoons, tritoons, ski boats, WaveRunner® PWCs, canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards for enjoyment on Lake Springfield.
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Water Park
Knight's Action Park
Springfield, IL
This Springfield water and amusement park features a wave pool, exhilarating water slides, and a lazy river for water recreation, alongside kiddie pools for younger guests. The amusement park offers rides including the Big Wheel and Paratrooper, plus an 18-hole miniature golf course, driving range, go-karts, and batting cage.
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Museum
Shea's Gas Station Museum
Springfield, IL
Shea's Gas Station Museum is a historic property on Route 66 in Springfield. Originally a Texaco and Marathon gas station from 1946 to 1982, it later operated as a museum until 2013. The City of Springfield has since reproduced the original signage on the exterior and interior of the station.
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Museum
Old State Capitol
Springfield, IL
The Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of Illinois' statehouse, which served from 1840 to 1876. Visitors can take a guided or self-guided walk through this historic site. The building is where John Jones and Frances Gage worked to expand the meaning of freedom, and Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous "House Divided" speech. Guests are welcome to take photos and videos throughout the site.
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Amusement Park / Theme Park
Malibu Jack's
Springfield, IL
Malibu Jack's is an indoor amusement park in Springfield, IL. Visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions including go karts, bowling, laser tag, miniature golf, and large rides. The park also features a motion theater, arcade games, and a bounce beach kid's zone. Its massive indoor space is suitable for groups and parties.
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Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum
Springfield, IL
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum is a museum in Springfield, IL.
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Museum
Elijah Iles House
Springfield, IL
The Elijah Iles House, built around 1837 by one of Springfield's four founders, survives as the city's oldest residential structure. The Greek Revival cottage features timber framing, interior black walnut woodwork, and three levels with original furnishings. The main floor houses exhibits, while the lower level contains a museum of Springfield history.
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Golf Course
Long Bridge Golf Course
Springfield, IL
Long Bridge Golf Course, designed by Merle Buerkett, is located near Springfield, Illinois, overlooking the Sangamon River Valley. Since 1998, it has provided challenging scenic golf for players of all calibers. The facility includes a clubhouse with a restaurant and "The Bridge," an event venue. Guests can also enjoy Friday Night Music featuring local musicians in indoor and patio spaces.
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Illinois State Museum
Springfield, IL
The Illinois State Museum system comprises locations across the state dedicated to exploring Illinois' past and present through extensive collections. The museum presents exhibitions and programs about Route 66, Native American history, and the stories of the state's people and culture.
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Dana Thomas House
Springfield, IL
The Dana-Thomas House is owned and operated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Visitors can take tours of the house seven days a week.
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Amusement Park / Theme Park
Illinois State Fairgrounds
Springfield, IL
The Illinois State Fairgrounds hosts a Grandstand concert series featuring various music genres. Visitors can enjoy rides and carnival attractions, along with competitive events such as livestock and horse shows. Special events like the Twilight Parade and Lego Contest are also held here. The fairgrounds facilities are available for rent year-round.
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Private Chef
Salted Chef
Springfield, IL Area
Offers affordable meal preparation with personal chefs who cook in your own kitchen, providing custom meal plans and various options for different dietary needs.
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Museum
Illinois State Museum Research and Collections Center
Springfield, IL
Illinois Times, the capital city's weekly source of news, politics, arts, entertainment, culture
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Union Station
Springfield, IL
Springfield Union Station is a historic Richardson Romanesque railroad station built in 1898 and now serves as part of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum complex. The former train terminal, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, operated for 73 years before being repurposed as a visitor center and cultural facility.
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Museum
Air Combat Museum
Springfield, IL
The Air Combat Museum preserves aviation history through a collection of historic aircraft spanning early aviation through World War II and beyond. The museum houses notable aircraft including the nineteen twenty-eight Stearman C3B, nineteen thirty-nine Cessna Airmaster, warbirds such as the North American P-51D and Vought F4U-5N Corsair, and other significant aircraft representing different eras of aviation development.
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Local Wellness Service
Inner Health Spa & Associates
Springfield, IL Area
A wellness sanctuary offering massage therapy, infrared saunas, ion foot baths, and colonics for health, comfort, and rejuvenation.
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Museum
Springfield and Central Illinois African-American History Museum
Springfield, IL
The Springfield and Central Illinois African-American History Museum shares authentic stories of African American life, history, culture, and heritage in the region. The museum features exhibits and community programs celebrating African Americans in Central Illinois, with displays exploring topics including the 1908 Race Riot and broader themes of African American experience.
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Local Wellness Service
A Healing Place Springfield, LLC
Springfield, IL Area
Offers holistic treatment techniques such as Zen Shiatsu, massage therapy, myofascial release, Reiki, and hypnosis services.
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Museum
Kidzeum of Health and Science
Springfield, IL
Kidzeum of Health and Science is a children's museum in downtown Springfield, IL, operating since 2018. It provides hands-on exhibits, camps, and programs for curious kids of all abilities. Visitors can explore three floors of fun, including a special exhibit on Route 66, and learn about the human body, animals, and STEAM subjects. The museum also hosts birthday parties and an After-School STEAM Program.
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Golf Course
Brookhills Golf Club
Springfield, IL
Brookhills Golf Club is a golf course situated in Springfield, Illinois. Visitors can engage in the sport of golf at this location. The club also offers opportunities to enjoy drinks and hosts various events.
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Historical/Outdoor Tours & Education
Illinois State Police Memorial Park
Springfield, IL
The Illinois State Police Memorial Park in Springfield honors officers lost in service to the state's citizens. The park features a sequence of experiences that instill a sense of dedication and sacrifice, culminating in a sacred place where each officer is memorialized by name and hometown. Visitors can experience intimate memorial inscriptions, sculptural elements, and landscaping features, as well as find spaces for public gatherings and quiet introspection.
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