The Springfield center point is about the area of Missouri State University and the area of JQH Arena - Missouri State University.
Springfield has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. During the summer months, the humidity levels can get very high, although the temperature rarely rises above 100 degrees. In 2007, the city earned a spot in a Forbes Magazine article that highlighted cities in America with the wildest weather. In this article, it was determined that Springfield has the most varied weather in the United States.
When visiting a city with such drastic shifts in climate, it's tough to know what to bring or when to go. Since you can't know exactly what the weather will be like during a trip, be sure to bring layers to stay warm in case it gets cold. The summer months tend to be warm and humid, causing residents to take vacations away from the area, so hotel prices tend to drop a bit during that time. If you can brave the cold, head to Springfield in the winter to enjoy lower hotel rates.
A variety of discounts available at the hotels in the area make it easier to reserve a room that won't break the bank. For AAA members, discounts are offered at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Springfield North, Quality Inn & Suites, Super 8 Motel, Clarion Inn & Suites, and Sleep Inn Medical District. Seniors can score discounts at Hampton Inn Springfield Southeast, La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield Airport Plaza, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Springfield, and Doubletree by Hilton Springfield.
Government and military personnel can save with discounts at Holiday Inn & Suites Springfield I-44, Towneplace Suites Springfield, Hampton Inn Springfield South, Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield, and Hilton Garden Inn Springfield. Group discounts are also available at several hotel properties in the area, including Drury Inn & Suites Springfield, Missouri.
Hampton Inn Springfield Southeast offers a high-value experience with a number of amenities that guests will find appealing. The property has an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a spa tub, along with a bar serving your favorite cocktails. Each room has its own refrigerator, plush bedding, a flat-screen TV, designer toiletries, and workspaces. Enjoy the complimentary breakfast buffet each morning or grab an “On the Run” breakfast bag from the front desk on weekdays.
Another of the best value options in town is Towneplace Suites Springfield, located on National Avenue. Each suite has a kitchenette with a refrigerator and stovetop, free wireless internet access, and a Smart TV with cable programming. Guests can take advantage of the indoor pool, a fireplace in the lobby, a fitness center that's open 24 hours a day, and a picnic area. Room service and meals are available, while a complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning.
At Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Springfield North, guests get quite a bit for a reasonable price. Rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Other amenities include a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, dry cleaning and laundry services, a free roundtrip shuttle to the airport, and an outdoor picnic area. Each morning, a hot breakfast is available, which includes eggs, sausage, and other morning favorites.
Springfield has a long and fascinating history, with a variety of historical attractions that offer glimpses into what life was like in the early days. Some of these attractions include the Route 66 Car Museum, the Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, and the Springfield Conservation Nature Center. For families, top activities include the Discovery Center of Springfield and Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium.
Explore the great outdoors at the Springfield Botanical Gardens, Sequiota Park, or the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden. If you're up for something unique, pay a visit to the World's Second Largest Fork, an area landmark that's exactly what it sounds like — a 35-foot-long utensil — or stop by Relics Antique Mall to shop for some treasures. The Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks is also worth seeing, especially if you have a history in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
During a trip to Springfield, you can enjoy a relaxing getaway while learning more about the history and culture of the area.
If you are looking for a cheap hotel, do visit the Walnut Street Inn. Previously known as the 1896 McCann-Jewell house, this B&B is a lovely respite from the hectic world of travel and hotels. Top-rated attractions nearby include the Springfield Cardinals home ground as well as the Mother's Brewing Company. The Mansion at Elfindale Hotel is another cheap hotel in Springfield. Historically beautiful and well maintained, this building stands out from the all the other Springfield hotels. Take a slow walk in the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden next to the hotel to clear your mind and relax your body or you may choose to intrigue yourself in the NRA National Sporting Arms Museum.
While there are only a handful of luxury hotels in Springfield, Hotel Vandivort certainly distinguishes itself from the rest. Inspired by Springfield's rich history and culture, this hotel capitalizes on its vibrant downtown setting to offer a truly authentic experience. Located in the center of Springfield, it is easily accessible from any part of town. If Hotel Vandivort is not to your liking, Towneplace Suites would certainly meet your expectations. Focused on customers' comfort, the staff at Towneplace Suites goes out of their way to make guests feel at home. In addition to the fully equipped kitchens and pet friendly environment, the hotel also offers complimentary shuttle transportation to Franconia/Springfield metro station.
Among all the other Springfield hotels, the Drury Inn & Suites is the most value for money. For the convenience of its guests, it offers a wide variety of complimentary services such as free breakfast, free food and beverages at their 5:30 Kickback in the evening. To promote a balanced lifestyle, they also offer a 24 hours exercise center. More importantly, they provide free Wi-Fi access and free long distance calls to ensure that you can keep tabs on the situation at home. This hotel is the perfect destination for a relaxing and satisfying vacation.
Below are reviews of the city of Springfield, MO from an actual visitor's perspective.
Big Momma's and That Lebanese Place on Commercial Street. The Aquarium in the Bass Pro Shop complex. White squirrels (Marionville).
Love the city! Love time with family!
Lots of good restaurants and shopping!
All the restaurants in the area, including the Whole Hog where we had a great meal!
Easy access off the I-44 and we were close to gas, Walmart Supercenter.
I liked the quaint old downtown and nice restaurant they offered.
Plenty to do!
We've always liked Springfield. Used to have family in Branson and have been to Springfield many times.
Yes, it is a nice community!
I've always enjoyed Springfield and will continue to visit. Have always stayed at the Hilton and will continue.
Springfield has a lot of restaurants and shopping. It's only about 45 mins. from Branson which has a lot of shows.
Central location for lots of exploring in nature, great restaurants and music venues!
We were too tired to do anything after being at the fairgrounds, we walked across the hotel parking lot to the restaurant right there! Good food!!
Great town. Love the choice of restaurants.
Nice city…
Springfield has fun things to do including Bass Pro, Wonders of Wildlife, a nice downtown area, antique malls like Relics, and many good restaurants such as Everyday Thai, Bambino's, Nakato's, and Black Sheep Burger.
Many great restaurants and shops!
That the hotel has a Jacuzzi tub. Bass Pro, Andy's Frozen Custards and Hong Kong Inn Cashew Chicken are good.
Easy access, good shopping!
Very welcoming…came from Louisville, KY, felt much like “home”!
This was just a stop to sleep, but Buc ee's and Renegade Harley Davidson dealership were fun to visit.
We visited the Route 66 Car Museum...delightful :-)
I was there for a ball tournament.
Very welcoming; I came from Louisville, Ky and felt much "like home”!
GTO Convention, Bass Pro and some local places to eat.
Bass Pro shop was fun. Great location.
The restaurants, ballpark, and huge Buc-ee's gas station!
I love Springfield! Lots of restaurant options, theater options if you want to catch something at little theater, Hammonds, or the performing arts center. For outdoor fun I enjoy renting a kayak at lake Springfield. There are other options there as well. If you haven't visited Finley farms the food a scenery is a great experience! Also in nearby Ozark check out the flea markets or Smallies Cave. So many other options too. Oh yeah, walk to a Cardinals game from here!!
I visited the Fantastic Caverns and Wonders of Wildlife Natural Museum and Aquarium. Both were well worth my time and reasonably priced. There are a large number of restaurant and hotel options available.
Bass Pro Shop
The room was clean, comfortable. The staff was friendly. Lots of places to eat.
Great shopping!
Great shopping!
The hotel was clean and beds comfortable. The people seemed so friendly, and the town looked clean and beautiful.
Bass Pro Shop was great!
Visited Lincoln Memorial.
Went to the aquarium; a real find! Seems like a bustling town.
So much to do and so close to St. Louis!
My family lives there. It's a great city!
Gas station and restaurants nearby.
This was my first visit. Downtown was easy to travel.
It's a quaint city with a small town feel. Lots of businesses, college and universities.
Buc-ee's gas station was a fun spot and it was a nice city.
I wish we'd had more time to explore Springfield. We had a very short visit for a licensing exam. It seems Springfield is the healthcare mecca of Missouri. How wonderful so many clinics and hospitals are so close together! Well-planned City of Springfield!
Everything you need in a small city, friendly people, very low crime, great restaurants!
There are a surprising number of fun things to do in town and a great gateway to the Ozark Lakes!
My wife had never been to Bass Pro, that was a great way for her to experience real Springfield.
The weather was lovely and the grass area was great for walking my dogs.
Good business environment!
The weather was lovely and the grassy area was great for walking my dogs.
The weather was lovely and the grass area was great for walking my dogs.
Springfield is full of things to do and wonderful places to dine!
The beautiful Fall colors!
We visit Springfield often and find it good.
Lots of things to do and restaurant choices.
We were there for a hospital visit. Therefore we didn't see much of Springfield.
Being so close to Silver Dollar City and being near all the Chinese food!
City was definitely slower placed then Downtown Kansas City.
The overall area had great restaurants and stores to visit.
I chose the hotel because it close to were my sister lives in a nursing home.
Has everything you could want!!!!
Nice!
I liked everything.
Was there for cancer surgery. Did go to the Alamo theater. Very fun.
We always visit the Supreme Bakery. The Pizza Ranch has amazing mashed potatoes and Otts Pasta is the place to visit for any foodie for their house casserole. Visiting Springfield is like stepping back in time about 10 years.
The bed was comfortable and the room was clean.
Convenient location. Near to the family we needed to visit.
Many restaurants.
The food and the aquarium!
Convenient location. Nearby restaurants were very good. Great breakfast at hotel!
Convenient location. Nearby restaurants were very good.
BassPro mothership store!
The pies at The Village Inn were amazing!
I was there for golf and bowling.. been there before.. good restaurants..
Great location.
Easily accessible and close to anything you could need.
Plenty of places to shop, plenty of restaurants and things to do.
Visited Vintage Stock and Entertainment Mart. Dennys was really good and the waitress was great, the mall was okay.
Visited Bass Pro.
Springfield has a lot to offer. Great restaurants and shopping!
The Bass Pro and museum are excellent. Has good selection of eating establishments. Good business in area.
A variety of places and live music to choose from!
I went to Bass Pro and a Drury University basketball game.
Lots of good restaurants, easy access to shops and restaurants. People are polite.
I stayed overnight at the hotel and walked to Ruby Tuesday for dinner.
Home of the original Bass Pro shops and close to many lakes.
Very good and nice looking.
My son goes to college there and it's close to campus.
It was great
My son goes to college there and hotel is close to campus.
Was there for a church meeting near Rogersville. Excited to happen onto an apple orchard at Sunshine Valley Farm.
Springfield is a cool town - so much to see & do & easy to get around.
Springfield was very nice!!!
Clean
Went to the Art Museum. Good choice of restaurants nearby.
Lots of nice areas and places to go.
Everyone I came in contact with was very friendly and helpful.
Great area with lots of shopping!
Bass Pro. Seeing my family. Lamberts Restaurant.