Top 50 things to do and attractions in Springfield

To see stalegtight and stalagmites in person is impressive. To see formations that have taken millions of years in person was amazing. Very informative little tour and the guide was humorous. Though we loved the tour and information it is on the pricey side. Truly expected the tour to be more In length. In actually its a tour that stops often to listen to the guide. I'd advise to research prices and compare that to your fascination of underground formations

Fantastic Caverns is an absolute gem and one of the most unique cave experiences you can have. What really sets it apart is the fully ride-through tour—being able to sit back in the tram while traveling through the cavern makes the experience comfortable, accessible, and perfect for all ages. The caverns themselves are breathtaking. The rock formations are beautifully illuminated, and the guide does a great job sharing the history of the cave, how it was discovered, and the incredible natural processes that shaped it. The tour strikes a great balance between educational and entertaining, and nothing ever feels rushed. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the caverns, which adds so much to the experience. It’s a peaceful, fascinating journey underground that leaves you with a deeper appreciation for nature’s artistry. If you’re in the area, Fantastic Caverns is absolutely worth the visit—beautiful, easy to enjoy, and truly one of a kind.

Fantastic Caverns offers a unique and memorable experience with its fully guided, ride-through cave tour. You’ll hop aboard a large tram that takes you deep into the cave, with stops along the way to learn about the stunning rock formations and fascinating history of the caverns. It’s a relaxing and informative adventure—no walking required in the cave. There is also really nice gift shop filled with great souvenirs to remember your visit.

Fantastic Caverns experience is well worth your time. The grounds before getting to the visitor's center are so well kept and beautiful. ( Deer were grazing, when we went.) There is a place outside with the story/ history of the caverns before you go in the visitor's center. The visitor's center and gift store are very nice. In the center there are comfortable chairs to wait for your tour. The jeep trams are roomie and not too crowded. They will allow pictures throughout. You are also allow to bring food ( popcorn from the gift shop) and a drink. The tour takes about 1 hour and is very educational and fun.

Amazing cave, the drive through tour is really nice. It is perfect for seniors who could not otherwise make a more strenuous walk through a cave system. The cave has beautiful formations and great lighting. Thr tour guides were friendly and informative as well. Overall and outstanding diversion.

A great place to learn about caves, how they form and a little local history. Because you ride in a wagon pulled by a Jeep this tour is great for those who might not be able to walk far or stay with a group. I thought it was a little expensive relative to the time length of the tour but then it was so nice to ride and just look and listen to the guide.

This is a very interesting cavern. The only downside is they pull you in a wagon with benches that have everyone’s backs always turned away from half the formations. It hurts one’s neck and back to always have to twist around to look behind, especially when the tour guide is highlighting a formation behind you. If the Caverns would use wagons with forward facing benches, people could look left and right without getting neck cricks or back aches. Also there are points in the cavern where you really have to bend low to keep from hitting your head on the formation. There isn’t as much color and beauty as Texas’s Longhorn Caverns, but we still enjoyed the visit.

This was the most wonderful experience. My son and I decided to go on a Monday to avoid crowds, and the flow was perfect. There were a lot of people there but it wasn’t congested or crowded. The Christmas lights were beautiful, the facility was extremely clean and we were so impressed with how healthy the fish and other wildlife appeared. Their habitats were very clean and you can tell they are all well cared for. We also were able to pet and feed the stingrays and we enjoyed this so much that we visited the stingray pool twice. Staff were approachable, friendly, and knowledgeable. Loved the museums, they were also clean and well maintained. We had a late lunch at Hemingway’s-food was excellent and the staff were great. The ambience was so cozy-there is a large fireplace with couches available and the aquarium in the bar area is very relaxing to look at. We have visited many aquariums across the US and this was in the top 3 for us. We will definitely visit again!

The Museum and aquarium are both spectacular. I heard great things but all my expectations were far exceeded. The aquarium especially is just gorgeous. The variety and cleanliness of each exhibit is amazing and the staff is very friendly. If you get a chance to do any of the experiences there, the guides are super kind and knowledgeable. I was there a couple weeks ago and honestly want to fly back just to go visit again. I can’t recommend it enough!

This aquarium and wildlife conservatory was amazing! It was worth the price of admission! It took about 1.5-2 hours to go through the whole thing. And we went quicker than others. I took over 100 pictures in it. We did not have kids with us and it was great to do as adults too!

I love coming to the aquarium and especially bringing our grand littles! I love watching their face light up s they watch in awe of all the sea creatures! The jelly fish and petting the stingrays are my absolute favorite!!! Highly recommend visiting. I always plan on returning because it never gets old! 🤌💯✨️🫶

We absolutely LOVED visiting Wonders of Wildlife. The entire aquarium was decked out in holiday lights, projections, and music. So much fun! Jellyfish, sharks, crocs, monkeys, beavers... they have it all! It's also MUCH bigger than it looks, so make sure to give yourself plenty of time to enjoy with your family.

Loved the Acquarium. Everything is so clean, people are friendly and nice. Im' 47 and was feeling like a 5 years old while visiting. Beautiful place. Make sure you have at least 4 hours to enjoy the whole place.

We’d read reviews on the WOW National Museum and Aquarium and that’s why we drove up from Branson to visit. I expected a good experience, but it definitely exceeded my expectations for quality. The whole experience is extremely well done - the cleanliness is impeccable, the staff were professional and friendly, the live animal and marine life displays and tanks were breathtaking and well thought out, and the non-live displays were fantastic. There is a full size diorama of a fishing yacht on the rolling seas with two guys deep sea fishing - it was breathtaking and incredibly executed on the mezzanine level. Quite something to see! (See my pictures). There’s a section dedicated to American Presidents and their love of fishing that was interesting and informative. The experience is laid out in themed sections, such as The Swamp, The Amazon, Jellies, Sharks etc. and the experience kept going. We liked the section where you can interact with the stingrays, the beaver saying hello, and the alligators. Like everything to do there’s a cost, but it was honestly great value for money and topped any aquarium I’ve visited before. Allow plenty of time - my teens moved quicker, but even at their speed it took 2 1/2 hours or so. It’s definitely an ‘all morning’ or ‘all afternoon’ thing to do, and there’s no shortage of things to see and appreciate. You definitely leave having a deep appreciation of our natural world, and learning tons of new facts about many species of creation. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in the area!

It was too hot for the poor Animals to be outside and to say hi! We saw a few and enjoyed that. Loved the fact that they had restrooms through out the park and food and drink! Loved the gift shop! Big fan of the penny press souvenir machines so I managed to grab a couple. Staff was good. Well maintained area! Fun for the whole family. Bought the tickets online.

What a wonderful little zoo. My wife and I found this place as we were waiting for our commercial truck to be repaired. We went on Wends 9-10-25, and it felt like we had the whole zoo to ourselves. Took about 3 hours to walk the whole park, and we maybe saw 2 other groups of people. While people weren’t seen as much, the animals were all out for viewing. Minus the bear enclosure that was being reworked, every exhibit was open/looked well maintained. Would highly recommend and at only $19 won’t break the bank. Walked in with drinks and food, no one seemed to care. So can probably save some money packing drinks/snacks.

Awesome zoo! Not quite comparable to St Louis or Memphis, a lot of exhibits were closed with a note that the animals were being treated by the veterinarian. However, the animals that we did see were AWESOME. We loved the peacocks, we got to see an elephant eat, fed goats, fed giraffes, and checked out a ton of reptiles. For a small town, we loved it.

This little Zoo had a surprisingly large variety of animals to view and interact with. The layout is easily navigated. Different paths to see all the facility or partial, with food, snacks, and restrooms strategically placed throughout. Plenty of rest benches and shade as well! Low entry cost is a bonus!

This was such a cute zoo! Me and my family had a blast! Easy to get around but could have a bit better signs since there was some construction going on.

Impromptu visit to the zoo on a gloomy Friday morning. The entry fee was reasonable and the park was much larger than I had expected. Even with the arrow signs and colored paw prints i got lost lol The grounds are well maintained with loads of surrounding shrubbery contrasting the black fences. Lots of restrooms placed around the park; which I appreciate the ease to go wash my hands. TBH was hoping not too many kiddos would be screaming throughout the park but idk what I was thinking. If there were 21+ only days (or few hours) at the zoo honestly would be more enjoyable (I have auditory sensory struggles; kids randomly 'screaming' or 'shouting' highten my flight or fight and end up in panic attack mode. really makes it hard to enjoy family friendly places 😪) Did not check out the cafe or the gift shop. I did not try the train. Parking was easy, although, I had arrived 30min after opening. I really enjoyed the lemur, vultures, zebras, blue macaw, and petting the goats. The area to feed giraffes was a decent size but can fill up fast with strollers and wagons. If you plan on feeding the goats take a few dollar bills incase the kiosk is closed. Overall I really enjoyed my trip but amenities are catered for family visits i.e. playground by the cafe, stroller rental although they allow outside strollers, splash pad for kids. the gazebo by the waterfall on the way to the flamingos was the most peaceful spot. i had my ear plugs in but was able to take the out for a bit as i found more monkeys and how to enter the flamingo viewing box.

This place was nice except you have to backtrack where you walked to go to other side to back track where you walked. But they have a TRAIN!!! Also alot of places to take photos!

Really disappointed as I have a lot of great memories here from when I was a kid. Everything is either broken, missing a lot of pieces, or a relic from the 90s. Only giving it a second star because the dinosaurs animatronics were neat but I suspect they will be out of order in no time.

This place is amazing and recommend it to anyone, with or without kids. The prices are great and if you get a family membership it’s even better. With a membership you and your family get in free all year, but there are also other centers around the country you can go to free as well. There are fun learning experiences for people of all ages, as well as special events all throughout out the year. We go several times a year and my son never gets bored of it (even now as a teenager!)

Visiting from out of town and looking to feel some time both my kids 15 and 8 had a lot of fun going all around the building so much to do and see and play here great place to spend some down time or looking for something fun for the kids

A pretty good price with a lot of things to do. It was a fun family friendly experience that we all enjoyed. Would recommend!!!!

Had a good experience here with the dinosaurs and all the gadgets of the kids had fun playing with. Unfortunately, I had to leave early due to a very sleepy baby but I saw a miniature golf on the second floor and the third floor had tons of stuff for toddlers I'll definitely be going back. Furthermore, it was cheap and definitely worth the price.

The staff was very friendly. It seemed to be a kids free for all but the exhibits were very informative and 100% awesome! As a homeschool family we really loved it. It was educational and a bunch of fun! They had stuff for kids of all ages but I would say most educational activities were for 6+ age range.

We enjoyed it. Definitely alot to see. It is geared more toward younger children. I have 2 teens but they still enjoyed themselves.

Incredible collection of antique and historic cars. Each vehicle is annotated with information. Vehicles are incredible… so hard not to touch! The museum is for sale for those with a dozen or so millions in the bank to spare.

Stopped in the Route 66 Car Museum while visiting Springfield and spent a little over an hour checking out the unique cars and trucks. I was impressed with the variety of cars and how well the cars were kept in top condition. The museum even has a gift shop that sells second hand flea market stuff that has nothing to do cars.

Me and my two daughter just went here it was so very cool to see all these different cars old cars and movie cars the really loved the Batman, ghost buster and DeLorean. If your not a car person like us it was still just great to look and admire all the vehicles all the staff we talked with was very nice and had no issues

Great place to visit on your Route 66 trip. Wide variety of cars and memorabilia. Each car has a placard with info and a short summary of the cars history. It's definitely worth a stop and I'd stop again next time I'm in the area

Visited on 6.12.2025. Spectacular Auto Museum with a collection that includes rare cars. Definitely one of the best auto museum along Route 66. Highly Recommend to anyone traveling through Springfield, Missouri.

I was able to use my mobility scooter there was sufficient room for me to move around and the young man at the counter was able to help me purchase a few items and I would recommend it for the price

A nice little car museum with history of each vehicle. The owner was friendly and has a great collection to share!

We went on the Ghost Tour 👻 and had a good time. The ladies who led the tour had a lot of interesting stories, recordings and photos to share. Fun experience and interesting castle. We recommend taking the tour.

Took my wife for her bday and we had a blast! The castle was beautiful, and the staff was entertaining. If I could offer one piece of advice it would be to lean into your theme of ww2 on every aspect and ditch the non related decor. We did the ghost tour and highly recommend. The place was busy the Saturday we went.

Online you can book a ghost or history tour with a minimum of 4 people for the history tour. We booked the 2pm tour and it took about an hour to walk through and here the history. It was a lot of fun for us and the kids highly recommend.

Had the pleasure of getting the opportunity to go on their ghost tour. The guide was fantastic! He was full of charisma, very knowledgeable about the history and encompassed both the history of the castle from all aspects of natural and supernatural. His beliefs are magnetic and he truly pulls you into a world in which anything is possible. I had a wonderful time and highly recommend anyone who loves history or has a fascination with the idea that there is something after death go. I honestly feel more connected to those who came before us after this and I find that comforting.

Definitely go at night. Some parts of the tour are not for the claustrophobic and not wheelchair accessible. Great place to take children and learn the history of the mansion.

I took the guided tour and it did not disappoint. The guide was informative and they took us around the entire Castle. So much fun... you should definitely go.

Went on a Ghost tour and it was fun learning the history of this place. Very well kept and maintained, very beautiful Castle

Beautiful place to walk around. The trails & facilities are kept up well. My husband & I love bringing our daughter here. Tonight we had some car troubles right before the gate closed. The Missouri conservation employee (Tim) was very kind helping us & making sure we had a way to get home. We appreciated it very much!

Absolutely incredible—The trails were stunning and each curve took our breath away. Could have spent all day just enjoying the beautiful creation. Not to mention how kind the staff was at the Nature Center. There’s even a fun exploration room inside with learning activities for little kids!

Beautiful place to go hang out in nature and go for a lovely walk. They have trails surrounding the nature center plus the visitor center has lots of things to see and explore inside as well. Seems to be a great place to take kids on a field trip as we saw a lot of that while we were there. ~RoadLifeAdventure

Great area well Mark trails. Excellent wildlife. Perfect time of the year, even older people and Grandma and Grandpa can do the blue boardwalk trail all the way to the water

A jewel in the Ozarks. Heartily recommend. Knowledgeable staff with expertise on biodiversity, photography, and refuge management. Visit often and tread lightly to preserve this sacred place. We need more wildlife refuges like this one.

Wonderful place to walk and no worry of having to jump out of the path of an upcoming bicycle 🚲. No worry about getting trampled by a group of runners. Parking, restrooms, and vending machine.

So grateful this center exists and is available so close to the heart of Springfield. Absolutely gorgeous and well maintained trails. We loved it.

I loved visiting the Springfield Art Museum! The museum has free admission, which is great for a family friendly adventure. They have a good variety of different styles of art. I really loved the Bradi Barth exhibition they had on display when I visited. They have many modern/contemporary artists featured as well. The courtyard is a nice place to relax. The staff here is great. I highly recommend if you're in the area.

Great visit with my granddaughters this week at the museum. No fee, great collections. We really enjoyed the watercolor exhibit. We were even able to vote for our favorites! They encourage you to sit and create for yourself or just take it all in. There was a room that the kids could add their own drawing to the wall as well. Fun. Interesting. Clean. Welcoming.

Had a wonderful visit and enjoyed much of the artwork. Could not share it all here, but I hope the pictures inspire you to visit. We spent a couple of hours just taking in all the art pieces, and they allow you to photograph without flash photography in the gallery. Have fun!

It’s absolutely free which was surprising. The amount of art inside is incredible. Great atmosphere and you can spend at least an hour or two admiring the works of greats. You must leave your back packs at the front desk, they will tell you. You can’t bring any weapons inside too, there is a picture telling you on the outside

Unfortunately by the time we got to this museum (visiting from out of town) it was half an hour before it closed. But we still spent a pleasant and fairly peaceful 30 minutes surveying the museum and its exhibits, both the permanent collection and a neat exhibit on watercolors. There is a really nice area for kids that allows them to play and explore with art-related materials. It's not a large museum but it appears to be well cared for.

We were super surprised by the great time we had at this little museum. We've been to many of the great art museums of the world, but this gem we found to be charming. Not stuffy or dark. Nice variety in the exhibits. Interesting modern and temporary works displayed. We spent two hours here.

The Springfield Art Museum is such a cool museum. First off, unlike some other museum's, it's free to get inside and look around at the exhibits. They change up their exhibits often, and so even if you make it here multiple times a year, you'll always catch a variety of displays and impressive, intriguing artwork. They have a kids area, as well as a book nook, which are always free to go hangout in. They also offer art classes, sometimes free and sometimes for pay, with what seems very reasonably priced. Ever since Covid times, I began to notice that they have free project bags that you can swing by and pick up, and take home for the kids to do. They are still doing that - which is very amazing and awesome that they offer such a thing! Also, they host various events throughout the year, such as Celebrate Springfield, which is a free event, where kids can do all kinds of cool crafts and activities for free, and there are vendors, and food trucks. This is a great fixture in Springfield and such a great resource to utilize. Highly recommend!

What a fabulous place to visit! So much to marvel at! There are several free museums or other if you want you can pay to enter the Wild Life museum. You can certainly spend a few hours walking around and looking at everything! Remember to look up!

We had an amazing time. We went through all the exhibits, it took all afternoon and was well worth it. I would suggest if you have any health issues be aware there is lots of walking,they do offer scooters. This was the 4th Bass Pro property we have gone to and each one is different and wonderful. We love the exhibits and museums, they are Outstanding! We are not fishermen or hunters but we love Bass Pro.

Throughout my adult life, I’ve visited Bass Pro Shops in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Omaha, and several other locations across the country. However, I had never made it to the flagship store — until now. I have to say, I was absolutely in awe. This location feels more like a Bass Pro mall than a store, offering an experience unlike any other. If you’re a Cabela’s or Bass Pro enthusiast, this destination deserves a top spot on your bucket list. It’s truly a must-see for any outdoor lover! My only critique is for the fishing department manager. I tried to purchase a Shimano Nasci 1000, but it wasn’t available even though one was on display. I would recommend removing or clearly marking items as out of stock until replacements arrive to avoid confusion.

There is SOOOO much to see, not just shop. The fish tanks, alligator, taxidermy are really good. The layout is huge but nicely done with an area for each department. Nice decorations for Christmas. The bad thing, the timeshare area IN FRONT of the bathrooms to tell ya about the Bass Pro owned resort. They are relentless, annoying, pushy, & stalk you.

We stopped in while in Springfield as a family member of mine had bought a boat here 30 years ago so we wanted to check it out. This location is huge!!! I thought the Clarksville, IN store was big, but this one was MUCH bigger with so much more to see. This one has so many fish tanks in the Bass Pro store, along with an archery and National Rifle Association museum inside thats FREE to look around. So many rifles from hundreds of years ago to look at. We spent over 2 hours wandering around inside, 100% recommend visiting!

What a cool experience. I am from Michigan, and most of our bass pros are on the smaller side, but this place is huge. I really enjoyed the fun museum and I could have spent hours there without shopping. If you are anywhere near this location, I recommend you stop in.

Worth the stop—even if you’re not an outdoorsy type.” This location is huge and packed with everything from boats to boots. The staff were friendly, and the layout made it easy to explore without feeling overwhelmed. Loved the museum and aquarium touches—they add a lot of character. Great for families, gearheads, or anyone curious about outdoor life. Just plan for at least an hour (or three).

While tracking down information on another project, the Hillbilly came across the History Museum on the Square. It doesn't matter if you are a history buff or not. This museum has something for anyone. I was impressed with the staff as well. Very knowledgeable and very friendly. If you get the chance, I highly recommend a visit.

Very cool musuem, nice displays very warm and welcoming. Nice native American displays and very clean. Elevator center of building great access for people with disabilities, or stairs to get your cardio in lol. Will be back nice little hidden gem in downtown springfield.

We think the History Museum on the Square is a very well done collection of Springfield, Wild West and Route 66 history. The museum is housed in the wonderful old Barth’s Department Store Building which is also interesting. We really found it to be a great collection and well laid out to be easy to enjoy.

A fantastic museum right in the heart of Springfield! The exhibits do a great job showcasing the rich history and culture of the area, with lots of interesting artifacts and stories. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, making the visit both fun and educational. It’s a perfect stop if you want to learn more about Springfield’s past and its role in Missouri history. Highly recommend for locals and visitors alike!

Alot to see! My children loved the interactive displays. Alot of history of Native Americans was fun to see. We loved the trains as well. Definitely recommend.

This place is so fun, and beautifully organized. I'm looking forward to going more. The interactive kid displays were phenomenal. My children really enjoyed the Wild Bill shoot out area, and the trolley and train exhibits. The game in the train was really hard and the last activity we did before it was time to go, but my oldest asked if we could go back. Absolutely stop in!!

Great museum to visit for Rt 66 (5th floor), and the entire area of Springfield. Great history here!

This was an experience of a lifetime for my 9 year old grandson! He plays shortstop on his traveling team and had never been to a real ball game. We had excellent front row seats to take it all in. Great close parking, every staff member I interacted with was extremely helpful, friendly and pleasant! He got a custom jersey at the team store, some food at the concession that was very reasonable for a ballpark. A host asked if he wanted to sign up for a contest after the 7th inning and we did and he had fun with that. He ended up with 2 game balls, win a bobble head at the spin-a-wheel and to top his already wonderful day JJ the Cardinals shortstop signed his Cardinal ball that we picked up at the team store! So JJ is now his favorite baseball player! He was very nice and friendly while signing. He went to a St Louis game the following week with some of his teammates and enjoyed his experience in Springfield much more! I can’t say enough of what a special day it was for a grandson and his Papa. We will be back.

This is a great Double-A stadium with a large concourse with a variety of food items. The seats are comfortable and there are grassy areas in the outfield you can visit or sit on the grass. The game was put together well with a good PA announcer and in-between inning games. The only downside is that viewing home plate from the first base side is looking directly at the setting sun when the sun is beginning to set as the game start. I recommend sitting on the third base side or wearing sunglasses and a hat. This would be 5 stars if there wasn’t an issue viewing the game on three first base side due to the sun.

This is a really nice park for a double a team. I went to see Tink Hence start and there was a two plus hour rain delay before the start of the game. The staff was great and the crowd ( at least 90 percent of them) stayed for the start. Parking was simply. I will be back to see another game sometime soon.

Very nice ballpark. My husband and I have gone to several games and always look forward to going when we are in Springfield.

Absolutely horrible customer service. Ordered the new black bird hats. Sent them to Kansas City for a week sitting up there for no apparent reason. No communication. But hey they took my money in a hurry. After more than a month I still have not received them. Pathetic

My first visit to Springfield in a long time and the last home game of the year happening on the same day? Becomes a must visit. Sprung for the Redbird Roost ticket and they were 100% worth the price of admission: great food and views. It was an amazing spot to watch the game. I love minor league baseball and Hammons Field is a beautiful place to watch it. Easy to get to, easy parking close by, and easy to get in and out - even when you arrive just before first pitch and leave just after the game ends. Couldn't ask for more - I had an amazing time.

Really affordable seats fun entertainment between innings and good day at the ballpark.

Been a place i have always gone to clear my mind over the years. Heck i moved to washington state and came back for my grandfathers funeral and still made sure to visit this park to clear my head and talk with an old friend. This park is ada accessible while providing plenty of parking. I highly suggest the hasta garden… who knew green could be done/look good in so many ways🤯. Any one of any age will find something they like here so bring a book a friend or just yourself and touch grass.

A must-see for nature lovers, trail walkers, flower garden fans, picnic havers, and general dilly-dalliers. Even the butterfly house is free and run by knowledgeable volunteers. It’s 118 acres of something interesting at every turn for free!

Probably the best park in Springfield! Very pretty, always clean. You get a good walk around the path. Lots of botanical/educational things as you walk. Nice pond/lake and waterfall. A few rivers to play in when the water isn't too high. Ducks, geese, squirrels and bunnies. Large fountain you can sit and enjoy. Lots of places to sit around the path. Very dog-friendly! Absolutely recommended!

This botanical garden is wonderful! There are a lot of plants for each season. Right now, the peonies are gorgeous! There's a beautiful shade garden with a natural water feature plus a big rose garden.

The place was very beautiful. Clean peaceful, relaxing. You can have a picnic there. You can have children playing in the park. You can see wildlife. It was a very soothing atmosphere.

I go here to pick up Pokémon and collect stops and gyms. I can’t do much walking at this time, I’m 71 and have cancer. So it’s great to be able to drive around to do my collecting.

One of my favorite places to chill, especially on warmer days when the attendance is lower. They have a fascinating and interesting assortment of trees, bushes, and flowers.

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield is a Park that you need to visit. Passport cancelation stamps are inside by the gift shop. There are three stamps here. There are many displays and exhibits here. There is a movie about the park you can watch. Lots of history here. Staff were friendly and answered any questions that I had.I would absolutely come back here to visit.

Great place to go for hiking. I really enjoyed learning the history of the Wilson Creek battle and the area. I didn't realize how much historical stuff outside of the battle occurred here. Great place to visit.

Several trails, many spots to turn off and park to explore and learn some history about this place. There is a creek that flows pretty steadily, but it's not recommended to swim in. You can walk, bike, or hike. Pet friendly, but on leash.

Super friendly gentleman behind the counter that I got to have a conversation with as a fellow history buff. Very nice welcome center, sprawling Battlefield the best kept I've ever visited! Springfield

Self guided tour, interactive, and very informative. National treasure. Well worth the visit.

This area is well-maintained overall. Good interpretive signs along the tour road. Trails are well-maintained and include additional interpretive signs and gun batteries. We didn't get to see the visitor center due to the federal shut down. It does a good job in presenting the history in a respectful and unbiased manner. Entry is free.

This is an amazing place to learn about. My kids got to watch history and even got to become Jr. Rangers!

Great place to take kids for an afternoon stroll! It's $6/ adults and $4/ kids 3 and older. 0-2 are free. They also offer group rates for 10 or more. Grounds are well kept. Ticket house also has clean restrooms and picnic tables for use. The playgrounds are right next door at Nathaniel Greene Park. Does have a different parking for other areas but is within walking distance of parking at Mizumoto.

Beautiful place to go walk and meditate. Bathrooms on site. They have a small gift/ souvenir shop. Lovely spot to read and relax. We went in the spring time and the smells of the blooming trees was alluring to the senses. It would be a beautiful place for pictures and weddings

I love the Japanese culture and enjoy the landscape and architecture they create. I believe they have a special ability to work with the environment and create spaces that are so aesthetically appealing and unique. This stroll garden is true to form. Developed by a talented and professional Japanese landscaper, this is a place that invites calm and peaceful reflection. You must experience it. Take your time and stroll through. Sit down and take in the view.

It was a nice place to still through. I had hoped to see more flowers but the beauty of the trees were nice. Good place to sit and think.

I went near dusk closing time and really cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this!! Quiet, peaceful, beautiful, just lovely!!!!

Beautiful place. Great for photos, meditation, contemplation, weddings and so much more

The best times to visit the garden is during the annual Japanese Fall Festival or Gardens Aglow (festive lights themed) event. The 2025 festival was a really great year for the yearly event. Good place to walk on a nice day out!

We visited today for the first time. My family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience! It was a very welcoming, calming, well laid out, clean establishment. There is something there for all ages, adults and kids alike! We definitely didn’t spend enough time there so we will for sure be back!

The playground was really cool and my son loved getting to see the animals. The toddler area was cool but didn't hold my 2.5 yr olds attention for long. The sensory garden was a really cool addition.

This whole area is very neat! The playground was fun for all ages, which means you have to watch the little ones but at least it's big enough for the parent to fit in with them. The animal side was well kept, which was nice to be able to enjoy the other aspects of the park without foul animal odors. The gift shop is small but packed full of items, so make sure to take a little spending money. The grounds were clean and obviously well maintained. This park is definitely worth spending an afternoon at!

Honestly expected more. The gravel road made it difficult for strollers and wagons. Once on the grass it's ok. The animals are cute and they have the bouncy houses for older kids but other than that it's just basic. Hardly any pumpkins so maybe best to go later in October or just somewhere else.

This is a sprawling , publicly funded farm that is beautifully kept with numerous animals that include pigs , chickens , goats , cows , horses and other common farm animals. They grow crops there and have several acres , and it is a beautiful place to take the family and remember a simpler time of how people live off the land. The terrific and safe way to introduce kids to different basic animals at are in our society. They often host. Festivals like the pumpkin festival.We recently visited with jump houses , horse rides riding a various animals and corn rays and lot of other games for the whole family.

Alot of fun. All the kids had a great time! Staff is warm & friendly! Fantastic gift shop.

Cute little place to take your kids and feed all the little farm animals!

We didn't know this place was closed on Sunday. We were able to walk around outside and there are some remarkable statues with stories of Missouri Sports heroes. We actually went here because my son is a sports fan, even though I really am not. We should have checked the hours, but of course it is closed on Sundays. Anyway, the bronze medal statues along the walkway outside are cool enough to warrant a visit, even on a Sunday. Even for a non-Sports fan.

Nice place to visit, all sports are covered. Free for veterans and active duty military. Seniors was only $4. Well worth the time and money. Even at full price

I called the museum. I have a signed and numbered Marshall Faulk print from the Missouri hall of fame when the Rams were in Saint Louis. I purchased the piece at a Branson Chamber of Commerce fundraiser, and they forgot to give me the certificate of authentication. I am waiting for Jack of the Hall of Fame Museum to call me. Hopefully, the museum has the certificate tucked away and will be able to provide it. 😊 Update 2 months later, Aug 1, 2023 Jack never followed through with calling me back. I suppose I'll have to go to the museum when it reopens and ask in person.

Small place, but they make great use of the space they have. Really enjoyed the presentation of all the artifacts, lots of hands on for the kids and a bunch of statues throughout the building to help bring the real feel.

Fun and interesting place to visit especially if you are a sports nut! Something for everyone, even sports widows! Worth coming to visit again as they change and add displays often. The staff member was new but still extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Take a couple hours or so to see exhibits upstairs and downstairs and bronze statues in the garden.

This was one of the best places we went to in our 2 days in Springfield! I loved the high school section, all the games, especially the race car as you could play Forza in it! I really liked the football game where you had to throw the ball through a hole to get points. The exit was just as good, we went on a side walk that had all the statues, I really liked all the sports jerseys that were in the building, they showed lots of history. 5 stars for sure, will be coming back when we go to Springfield again.

This was an Awesome place! My family had so much fun here. We were the only ones touring the museum, so we had it all to ourselves and it was fun! Definitely will be going back!

Super family friendly, clean, fun experience. Highly recommend this place, perfect for spending time with friends, even if you don't like baseball a whole lot, they provide a great experience. I get confused when they change their mascots and add new ones, the Springfield Cashew Chickens thing was the most random crap, but i like Springfield Cashew Chicken.

Dalton was our dance studio's representative when we were preparing to perform before a Cardinals game. He was knowledgeable, patient, kind, and always went above and beyond! He made the process easy and was available to answer questions every step of the way! Thank you Dalton for everything you do!

The Springfield Cardinals suites offer an outstanding game-day experience. The views are fantastic, the staff is attentive, and the suites are perfect for hosting groups or entertaining. Food service is generally great, but the hot dog buns are consistently not fresh—something we’ve noticed on every visit. A simple fix that would make the experience flawless. Still highly recommend!

With excessive heat warnings we brought water bottles to fill. We also brought 1 water bottle less than 20 oz. Had to ask 3 people where to fill water bottles. Water cost was high. Spent $30 just trying to hydrate family then just left after the 3rd. Had spent around 70 for tickets. 10 for parking. We've been many times but think we will pass for awhile. There really should be an exception bringing water in on hot days only. I saw 2 people overheating there. Example of profit over people.

We loved our experience!!! Can't wait to go back to another game!!

Watching the Springfield cardinals play is a great time. They really capture the glory of being at a ballgame. The food, the fans, all the excitement of being there. When you have someone to share this with it’s a core memory for sure.

The line moved quickly to get in. They have helpful volunteers to answer any questions and help us find our seats. The facility was very clean and I was impressed by it! We will be back for another game!

Beautiful theatre located in the fun hustle and bustle of downtown. The architecture inside the theatre is gorgeous. The staff went above and beyond to be helpful in finding your way around. Only little negatives were that the seats were too narrow with arm rests on both sides, making it difficult for plus size guests to sit in the seats they purchased. The ladies bathroom had a long line but it moved quickly enough. Another bathroom would be helpful. But overall, a great experience and a fun location!

I have been going to big name concerts and and small venue concerts since the 70’s and tonight I saw and heard the best concert of my life. Thank you Gillioz Theatre and Bela Fleck trio. Awesome

Had a wonderful experience! Building is historic; so, not fully ADA compliant. That said, it is wheelchair accessible. Staff were friendly and helpful. Safe and secure environment. Springfield Police were professional and classy in their presence at the theater. Temperature, lighting, and volume were pleasant. Happy with the views (I was told by a regular patron "There is not a bad seat in the house") and Happy with the comfort of the seats. * the missing 5th star: During a 2 hour ballet, the single female restroom, (6 stalls, blowers, no papertowels) went from clean to a lack-of-care situation with pools of water on the floors (through the toilet areas to the sink areas, and the spaces between.)

Beautiful old theatre in good shape. Great acoustics and ability to see stage. Fairly small and intimate. Loved going there to hear PostModern Jukebox.

Gorgeous theater, art déco. Glad I get to visit for a show , ballet or opera. Bring on your best duds and enjoy.

Great theater. My 2nd time there as I saw Steve Vai and Joe Satriani there March 2024.

Great venue! My first show was amazing and the theater has such great character.

S'more Power To You is one of the reasons I love to come here. It is thick, rich, complex, and a fireworks display of flavors. Their stuff is always superb and coming to their distillery tour is a must. ❤️

Super fun vibe! Hang out in the beer room or outside on their huge yard or in their barrel room OR upstairs in their newest lounge area. They now have food which is great! Gotta grab a flight, there's something for everyone on tap! Great craft beer to be drank here.

We stopped here mid-week in August on a whim. The brewery has a very interesting layout, with a pretty extensive parking area, a "walk around to the rear of the building" entrance to the garden, and then the indoor brewery thereafter. There is quite a bit of space outside, and a fair amount indoor. But, what you really are reading this for is the brewery review. Upon entering the indoor area, you are able to complete a 6-beer flight sheet. There is a very large board above the counter with each brew and its characteristics. I chose a fairly light balance of wheat and lagers. The staff were quite helpful and friendly, making this a pretty nice experience. However, while I found the brews to quite aromic, they lacked a corresponding taste.

Where's the entrance? 🤣 Long day.. took us a minute lol. Walking up you're greeted with a large outdoor space.. Plenty of room to chill, have a beer, run a few laps. Entering the taproom you're greeted worth a huge brew board.. Lots of options to choose with the ability to pull a flight to get a good sample.. Mixed results for me. Mostly good, well balanced flavors with a few that just weren't for me, personally. The space is laid out in an interesting bit cool way. I was a fan, overall.

Excellent clean beer! Atmosphere is very comfortable! I had a flight and they all amazing! Their winter coffee beer is close to one of the best I have ever had! Great IPAs! Staff is friendly! A place to visit if you like great beer!

We had our wedding in the Barrelhouse at Mothers and I am still reeling in how perfect it was, the location and staff were perfect. I have had so many compliments from guests and I couldn’t have imagined a more perfect place. The bartenders and planning process was very attentive. Big shout out to Kyle who went above in the days leading up where my nervousness on my planning process was the highest, and Amir who answered my many questions over months of planning. We have loved Mothers for years, and it seemed like the most fitting place for our wedding, but seeing how it turned out and the help from the team there really solidified creating the perfect wedding I had always dreamed of having.

Located on Historic Route 66. This place has a fantastic park area for family gatherings. The tasting room and gift shop are very nice. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The beer is cold and very good. When you are in the area stop by and grab a cold beer. We highly recommend Mother's Brewing Company.

My Grandfather, who was in WW1 is buried here, along with my Grandmother. I would have loved to meet my Grandpa. My Aunt and her Husband, who was a Marine in the Korean War, are also buried here. The last time I was here, it was quiet and beautiful. You could sense the peace around these Soldiers and their wives. Thank you, National Cemetery in Springfield, MO.

My brother, a VN Marine Vet, was buried here in 1980. I was living in Alaska at the time and attended the funeral, but was not here when the headstone was set, and years passed before I was able to visit the National Cemetery. The cemetery grounds are very nice, but when I later saw my brother's stone, I was almost certain the rank was incorrect. Years passed and then in a visit of about 3 - 4 months ago, I happened to encounter Josh, who is in charge of the cemetery, and asked him if there was any way the rank could be corrected. It took some time but after going through many boxes of old family papers I found brother's DD214 and took that to Josh, who immediately sat down at his computer and completed / submitted the paperwork to have a new, corrected stone cut. THANK YOU THANK YOU JOSH. YOU HAVE MADE THE FAMILY'S DAY WITH THIS ASSISTANCE.

It's a nice Cemetery. They keep the grounds very nice. They have men all the way from the Civil war on up to now.

amazing This is actually a response to skeptic. I know first hand that the people who bury loved ones here is A not doing community service B He takes his job seriously, and has nothing but the utmost respect for our fallen Hero s And as i said I know this first hand because I am married to Him. And second even if there are community service workers there, what does that matter? Have you never in life made a mistake? If you have not then be my guest judge away, but remember judge not lest you be judged. My husband does an amazing job and has more respect and love for the hero s he helps to their final resting place. I Have been out there picking up sticks off the graves for him because he has that much respect. He goes above and beyond what is required, because they deserve the best

Really nice employee. saved us lots of time. Noticed we are struggling to find where we were going and helped us get there.

Unfortunately I have to give people the honest truth. To those who are thinking about having their loved one buried here...don't The people whom bury your loved one are there for community service. correct the ones burying your loved one do not care about properly doing anything and then lie about the hours those people have serviced at the facility as well. Bury your loved one at a place that respects the dead, the ceremonies, etc. This is not the same as hazelwood cemetery which is a better and yet slightly attached to this unfortunately ran mess. Avoid this place at all costs including those doing community service

I have always enjoyed visiting my Daddy’s grave as a little boy and even more now that I am in my 70s. I live out of state now and don’t get to visit as often as I would like to but today I noticed that there was a large chip out of his grave stone that has been there for some time now. His stone was obviously hit by a mower, WHY IF YOU HIT A VETERAN’S GRAVE STONE THAT HARD THAN REPLACE IT. My Daddy is MY NUMBER ONE HERO, he died when I was eighteen months old, and life was very rough growing up. Please replace his marker. His name is Walter Frederick Parkhurst. Thank you Walter Frederick Parkhurst Jr.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5 stars) The Springfield Visitor Center is a neat, small hub that packs a punch for travelers looking to explore the city. Located conveniently in downtown Springfield, it’s easy to find and offers ample parking nearby, making it a great first stop for visitors. The center’s compact size gives it a cozy, welcoming vibe, and it’s well-organized, so you don’t feel overwhelmed despite the limited space. The staff were a highlight—friendly, enthusiastic, and eager to share their knowledge about Springfield’s attractions. They provided me with a detailed map and pointed out some lesser-known local spots, including a fantastic café just a short walk away. The center is stocked with brochures, event calendars, and even a small display about Springfield’s history, which added a nice touch for those wanting to learn more about the area. While the space is clean and modern, it could benefit from a few more seating areas for visitors to sit and plan their day. The gift shop had a nice selection of local souvenirs, though I’d love to see more unique, locally made items. Overall, this visitor center is a great resource for anyone new to Springfield, offering just the right amount of information and charm to kickstart your visit. I’d definitely recommend stopping by to get oriented and grab some insider tips!

A quaint yet very informative free museum along Route 66. The gentleman inside was very helpful and friendly. The restrooms were clean. My children enjoyed seeing the memorabilia and learning about Route 66. Highly recommend. Like other reviewers have stated, please park in the parking lot across the street and not in the parking garage.

Great place to stop to get some great information on RT 66. Very helpful, lovely lady that gave us some perfect information.

This visitor center on Route 66 in downtown Springfield is a great place for information about Springfield and Route 66. Jan was the associate working and was very friendly and helpful.

Some Cool stuffs here, the staff here is so nice too and accomodating. You should try and explore this visitor center when you are in the area. 😊

Had a good time completing the Tap and Brew challenge. Today, the parking garage helped a lot in order to attend a game

Shelley was so sweet and helpful! We started here when we arrived in Springfield and got some great tips for our weekend in town. Great stop with very cute decor inside.

Beautiful at every season. Great walking/jogging paths. An array of seating options throughout the entire park.

What a beautiful and peaceful park. Sitting in the shade at Drummond Cove on a very not day, enjoying the cool breeze off the water.

It had so many pretty flowers even this late in the summer. There were lots of people there enjoying it so that was good to see

Weather was perfect for a little morning stroll, tons of photo opportunities and lots of thing s to learn about.

Beautiful park , plenty of space to walk and just over all react . Have been going here since I was kid . Definitely a favorite

Really nice park so many different things to take in and they are still changing & adding

I asked my lady friend of 6 years to marry me in the garden! And we had a BLT picnic in the gazebo

What a GREAT place my wife and I went today 6/5/2025 it was a really nice museum you would never think by seeing the outside that it was so big inside the elder gentleman that gave us our tour was the best , very knowledgeable, he was a pilot and all around nice guy for the price of 6 bucks each it's a hidden gem we are so glad we went !!!

Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks: Where History is Compact, Hands-On, and Absolutely Full of Surprises Let me start by saying—I didn’t expect much. The museum looks small from the outside, and we weren’t exactly walking into the Smithsonian. But then… my boys absolutely LIT UP. 🚀 🎖️ Real Veteran. Real Helicopter. Real Cool. Right off the bat, a real-life veteran (yes, a legit war hero) came over and started explaining how the helicopter worked. And not just “this is a chopper” kind of stuff—he was flipping switches, opening compartments, and explaining the mechanics like we were in a Mission: Impossible pre-briefing. My boys were locked in like he was giving them launch codes. 📼 Cassette Tapes Blew Their Minds And THEN we hit the corner with the cassette player. Oh. My. Goodness. Forget the tanks. Forget the missiles. My kids stood there like they had just discovered fire. “Wait… it just slides out like that?!” “Is this what movies were like in the olden days??” They were pressing every single button on that VHS-TV combo like it was an alien artifact. I haven’t seen that level of awe since they unwrapped their first iPad. 🧭 Compact but Packed with Awesome Yes—it’s small. But what it lacks in size, it makes up for in creativity, hands-on experiences, and actual passion. There are uniforms, survival kits, tools, radios, and enough gadgets to spark a hundred conversations. We climbed into a cockpit, spun radio dials, and looked at antique gear like we were shopping for time-travel essentials. The vibe is intimate, not crowded - and it actually lets kids explore without being yelled at by velvet ropes and “DO NOT TOUCH” signs every five feet. ⸻ Final Thoughts: No, it’s not a national museum with glass floors and tour headsets. But yes, it’s unexpectedly awesome. The kind of place where your kids learn something real, touch something cool, and accidentally become obsessed with cassette tapes. If you’re in Branson and want a short but memorable adventure full of old-school tech, hero stories, and wide-eyed “wait, this is real?” moments - go here. We came for the planes. We stayed for the chopper tutorial. We left talking about the cassette player. 😂

This place is pretty cool! Lots of history here! My kids enjoyed seeing the place and even sitting in a plane!

We stopped by to fill time on our visit and I’m glad we did. The volunteers were so friendly and took time to explain things to us, and even share some of their personal stories. I love that they let you sit inside some of the aircraft, plus an easy affordable admission fee. It was a pleasant surprise.

Volunteers are fantastic about explaining things and showing you around. Wonderful place to take somebody interested in military and the history of.

Very interesting history filled museum. Kind, helpful staff. Lots of things to see

This place is packed with military history! From the get go of the self guided tour, you would never know they had vehicles in the back! The gentlemen running the museum were very knowledgeable and great guys to talk to. I would definitely recommend checking out!

One of the better parks in Springfield. Always enjoy taking walks here. Good trails. Sad the bridges are closed right now though. When the runoff fills after rain it makes a nice little river to wade in. Lots of shaded spots. Cute playgrounds. The Pavillion in the middle is good for gatherings. Overall, definitely recommend this park to visitors

It was a bummer some of the trail was closed, looked a bit over grown which was kind of sad, I remember it being so beautiful. Wondering in they are going to spruce it up more next year, I sure hope so.

Small but beautiful park to walk and enjoy the outdoors and scenery. Nice walking path with shade for the dogs. Great little break spot.

Great park. Playground for kids. Pavilion for parties. Clean. Great trails.

Busy, yet, I wish the cave and trail were open. Novice,short hike, up to the top of cave; yields lovely photo op. There were tiny bats in the cave , so perhaps that was part of reasons for cave to be closed. I think of a time forgotten when looking at this park. Makes mewonder what facts we actually know of our ancestors and what they had to ensure for shelter and warmth. Really cool park and pond. Bring your own duck food. Enjoy nature!

Amazing, wish the trails were open. But the ponds and cave entrance was amazing and so peaceful.

Sequiota Park was such an excellent and fun experience while I was visiting Springfield for a vacation. This city park was much more exciting than many other regional parks, or even state parks that I have visited. The caves near the back side of the park were my favorite. They were closed to enter them when I was there because of the health of the bats, but still seeing them was really great. There's a nice large pond that ends with a small waterfall, which is beautiful. Lots of great hiking trails in the woods, or There's regular paved paths around the park as well.

I am so glad I was finally able to get my Dole Whip fix! Great little kiosk with great prices. Would gi back if I was ever in town!

Pineapple Whip is a Springfield specialty and also considered the nectar of the Gods. It is so light and refreshing, with each flavor being unique. It is a true sign of summer to finish a night out getting dinner by swinging by a Pineapple Whip stand and getting some for dessert. Or after spending a few hrs at the pool, swinging by for a sweet treat. Opinions vary, but I would rank the flavors as follows: Pineapple: 10/10 Cherry (limited): 9.5/10 Watermelon (limited): 9.0/10 Mango Peach: 8.5/10 Strawberry Kiwi: 8.25/10 Fruit Punch: 8/10 Orange (limited): 7.5/10 Banana Pomegranate: 7.0/10 Grape: 7.0/10 Lemon Berry:6/10 Chocolate: ranked separately because it is unique and not the regular whip. 9/10- it is very good and reminds me of a Frosty.

It's time for summer, delicious treats, and cooling sweets. Therefore, I have 7 words of advice for everyone: You need Pineapple Whip in your life. If you've never been to Pineapple Whip, you're missing out on a staple summer sweet since the 70s (Say that 5x fast!) While there are a bunch of flavors, the original Pineapple Whip flavor is delectable. Plus, just look at the height of my Whip in a cup! 🤩😮🤩

Super refreshing on a warm summer day! I got the strawberry kiwi swirl and it was SO good the only thing it the lady rushed our order by saying like 10 words but the pineapple whip was so good I couldn’t take a star off. Love this place!!

I stopped at Pineapple whip on my mobility scooter and I got a cup of their delicious Pineapple whip .I hadn't had it for several years and I'm now planning trips in that area just so I can enjoy it again and again. Price was affordable and service was fantastic 👏

Our family has been enjoying Pineapple Whip for many years. Summertime in Springfield is official, once the first trip to Pineapple Whip has arrived.

Love the cherry flavor! And of course pineapple is even better than Disney Dole Whip.

This was the surprise of our day. In town for a college visit for our daughter and after a long day we were starving. Our MSU tour guide mentioned this place during our tour so we thought we would check it out. I love a good burger and this place did not disappoint. We ordered the Truffle Parmesan fries to share and they absolutely delicious! Good call on the fries for sure. Our server brought all of the sauces for us to try and we enjoyed most of them but they really weren’t needed because the fries were amazing on their own. I ordered the Foodie burger and oh my it was tasty. Our daughter got the Ugly Cheeseburger and she ate every bite with a smile on her face. My wife ordered the Hippie Jen because she doesn’t eat meat. She liked it, but it didn’t knock her socks off like our burgers did to us. Overall, it was a great experience. Very friendly staff, cool atmosphere and one of my favorite burgers in years. If our daughter chooses MSU. I’m sure this will my regular spot when I visit.

Black Sheep is a great choice. Menu is perfect for any burger lover! I had a gluten free bun on the bacon burger. It was fantastic! The onions were way overdone so if you don’t like onions make sure to ask for none. If you don’t mind onions or like them but don’t want them to over power the sandwich then definitely as for light onions. The bacon was really good on the burger! My grandson got the Parmesan fries and the bowl was HUGE! He loved the fries and he is only 18 months old. The service was great, however they served could have given us a refill much sooner than he did. Our glasses were completely empty for a while, but he was still a great server. Super nice. We will definitely be back!

Black sheep was good as I had hoped! We were taking a trip, and this was a stop on the way. You step inside to a great atmosphere and are kindly welcomed. They have burgers that are different, which sets them apart from every other burger place. They have traditional too, but they offer great French fry choices too. Great sauces as well. They have an array of shakes, with or without alcohol, ours were without since we were on the road to another destination.

Damn! That's a good burger. A co-worker ordered for our group earlier this week. It was so good, I've been thinking about it since then. So, tonight I confirmed my first impression - damn good burgers. In general, the restaurant is an odd blend of hipster meets greasy-flat-top burger joint. It's nice but not pretentious, blah blah blah. Whatever. The important part: both burgers devolved into six napkins and a fork to finish. That's just flexing. My co-worker called this place the "best burgers in Missouri" - I was skeptical at first, but...

Amazing place to grab a beer and burger. The service stands out as friendly and efficient. I ordered a burger and cheese curds, the cheese curds were amazing , surely a shareable plate there was a lot. The spicy mayo was amazing. Surely a 'will visit again" place.

I loved eating here, I called ahead to see what kind of cocktails they offered, and they had a great array of milkshakes that they can make with or without cocktails. Overall great price we literally had 2 cocktails, 2 burgers and an appetizer and it was under $60. Loved it, I got the Light My Fire Burger 10/10 definitely recommend

Would definitely recommend this restaurant! The service was amazing and the food was so tasty. The sauces were so good - each sauce was good with different things. The Sriracha mayo was AMAZING - our favorite sauce! The chipotle ketchup was so good with fries, too. It was so hard to pick a favorite sauce, though - they were all delicious! The habanero cheese curds are fantastic - definitely a must if you're feeling appetizers. The chicken bijon sandwich is great if you're not in the mood for a burger - the chicken was juicy and tender. The Bleus Brothers Burger was phenomenal - those homemade pickles absolutely made the sandwich (and I typically am not a fan of pickles). Finish it all off with either a boozy milkshake or a non-alcoholic one and I promise you won't be disappointed!!!

Found this little breakfast stop near the square in downtown Springfield. Decent food - loved the arty atmosphere (there is local art for sale on the walls). From what I heard, the original Gailey's was a dinner with a pharmacy in the back. That part of the location is still open; you can sit at the old bar-top and watch them work the griddle. Over the years, the small diner expanded , gradually taking over two other adjacent buildings. So, it has a funky, historic, arty quality. The menu is diverse, but they appear to specialize in skillet breakfasts. There's also some breakfast tacos (that I probably wouldn't order again), omlettes, and a solid selection of coffee and boozy breakfast drinks (along with great tea, hot coco, etc.) I'd recommend this place; it's a cool spot with great service. But I'd recommend sticking with traditional breakfast options. Also, it looks like they do more of a bar/event thing in the evenings. I saw posters for board game nights and live music. I can't speak to those, having just done breakfast. But I'd be down for checking it out in the future. Finding hip places in Springfield can be a bit of a challenge.

Unique dining experience in Springfield with a solid variety of fare. Good choice for breakfast in downtown location. Service was mildly friendly and we had to ask for top off for our coffees twice. Waited 20 min for meals on a Friday morning at 8:30, and food came out hot. Convenient place to meet and eat breakfast in downtown Springfield, MO. Been here a couple times and there's a good amount to choose from.

Food was fast and delicious. I had the French toast breakfast. Hot and yum! I love the atmosphere, the building is made up of many small buildings and rooms, filled with local art that you can purchase. Very cute. Our server was nice and attentive to us. The area is cute and walkable.

We enjoyed our visit. Heard about Gailey’s through friends. We went for an afternoon brunch. The staff were very friendly. Very nice server. Love all the plants. I had stuffed French toast and my husband had an Italian sandwich. The stuffed French toast was delicious. Eggs came out perfectly (rare occurrence for based medium eggs) and the sausage patties were so good. I enjoyed all the plants too as I’m a plant person.

I got the BarHug. The food was good not the best I have had. I wish the gravy had a little more flavor and more sausage. Regardless the item that made this review 5 stars was the hot chocolate. It was the best I have ever had at a restaurant and would go back just for that!! The service was also great and very clean.

The best breakfast experience we've had here. The food was great- all fresh made, and the experience beas a lot of fun. Cool old building with lots of charm and a great wait staff. Parking was okay, a little on the slim side for the area, but we found a space easily enough at 930 on a Tuesday. These guys really wanted to put out a superior product and it showed.

Excellent customer service. Great coffee. Lots of breakfast choices- eggs, pancakes, waffles, burritos, yogurt bowls, etc.., It’s a large place and it was filling up by the time we were done- you can go online and get on their waitlist. Parking is street parking.

First visit to the Fork and the Redbuds were in bloom. This is located in a very nice part of town. I don’t believe it is the largest any longer, but it was fun for a quick photo.

This was a fun find driving around Springfield. I saw some creative pictures online of people looking like they were trying to grab the fork and I tried to duplicate it. Unfortunately it was raining super hard and when the lightning started I had to give up. I propped my cellphone against my water bottle and used the 10 second times to get in position. It’s better if you hold your hand the way I am doing it in the pictures verses some of the other ways. We went early on a Saturday morning around 7:15’ish. There were no cars or people in the way. If you want a no cost thing to do in Springfield I highly recommend this and the sculpture hunt they have downtown. Just don’t do it in the rain 😬.

Such a forking awesome roadside stop! 😂 If you're into weird roadside attractions like I am, this one’s a must. Super easy to find, great for a quick photo op, and it made us laugh way more than it probably should’ve. Just a giant fork outside an office building — but it totally made our day! Follow my quirky road trip stops on TikTok: @diamond.in.the.rough.78 🍴📸

Went just to say been there done that. I mean where else can you go to see the world's largest fork!

My colleague saw a very large fork in Switzerland and when we were visiting Springfield for business, we were told about this fork. It is very big and shiny and not sure about 11 tons. Overall, didn't see a plaque describing what and why but still kind of interesting

The kids loved seeing it. It never disappoints. Not much otherwise to look at but it's cool for a photo opp

Very cool, worth the stop to grab a photo or two.

HUGE, NOTHING GARAGE SALE THROUGHOUT THE STORE! From the Outside, it looks like it has Lots of Nice Stuff, however when you go in, it's a different story! Booth after booth, I saw Nothing, but Old Stuff that you couldn't even Sell at a Garage Sale. A few Nicer Areas, but Mostly Old JUNK! Even Any Furniture Pieces were Obviously Old, Damaged, & should Actually be Thrown Away! VERY DISAPPOINTING!

2025-06-17 - 3.5 Stars Very large antique/vintage mall, lot to see, as with most places like this, there are good items for a fair price and some that have the “I don’t want to sell price” but that is everywhere. We did find a few treasures. Down side is we wanted to see in a cabinet that was locked. Only employees behind the front desk seem to have keys. Not good for the vendors. Check your receipts on what you buy to make sure you get the correct discount. AND if they have to refund something back make sure they ALSO include the tax!!!!!!!!!

This place is massive. Furniture, collectibles, commics, books, glassware, crafts and home made small business goods. Well worth the stop. You're almost guranteed to find something.

We love relics, you can spend an entire day here, so many vendors can find almost anything you are looking for, comfortable atmosphere, always clean. Check out can take a while, but it gives you time to peruse the cases a little & the staff is generally helpful & friendly. They stay very busy & parking can be a bit of an issue. All in all though I highly recommend Relics

I could spend all day getting lost in here. The only thing that holds me from it is that lack of snacks. Edit on 5/31/25: The provisions we're located as foretold. Extended adventures unlocked!

In the way of 'antique' malls, this is a medley of antiques, crafts, boutique items, and rummage sales finds. If you are unable to find something that interests you here, then you are not looking hard enough. There is a collection of fine furniture and antiquities that I thoroughly appreciated and enjoyed. Some prices are low while others are questionable-- but in the world of antiquities and unique items, the owner can ask their price. I found a few choice pieces that I will appreciate for some time to come. So why only three stars? For starters, I went there on a Saturday. The parking outside is rough, hardly a place for a larger vehicle or full-size truck. Perhaps I misunderstood from what I saw on the internet, but I thought there was a café there that served lunch and I was disappointed that there was not. One of my least favorite aspects was the line for the cashiers. It was chaos in motion, with no stanchions to direct traffic, it was formed down three different directs and all blocking the main aisle for other visitors to pass by. I had to wait in this line just to ask for someone to open a showcase for me. I then had to wait again a second time to pay for my items. Every large antique mall I have ever visited, and I have visited a myriad of them, has some type of bell or light system that signals that a potential buyer would like to see inside of a showcase. I have never had to hunt for an employee to sell me something. Why are there not any latches on the stall doors? That would be considerate to the customers. I would have liked to look at all of the books, but some booths actually had them just thrown on the floor in huge piles, couldn't even get in the booth. All of the employees that I dealt with were polite, except the one who opened the showcase for me (what is with all of the knives?). I enjoyed my 5-hour visit to this mall, and I would recommend it to anyone searching for interesting items. What I do not recommend is going on a Saturday during Christmas break.

Wow! This antique mall is so big and full of so much to look at. The booths are not crowded so they are easy to scan if you don’t have a lot of time. I will say most of the antique booths are in the front and middle of the store, so if you don’t have time for the back I would focus on the front. The farther you get to the back, the less antiques you will find. If you are looking for anything, you will probably find it here, the variety is impressive! The staff are very friendly. The store is big enough that even if it’s busy it doesn’t feel crowded. The parking lot is sufficient as well. There are handicapped parking areas and it looks to be wheelchair accessible. Definitely worth a stop and look if you have the time! I’ve been here twice and haven’t seen all of it yet, but I plan on going back a third and possibly even more.

Beautiful park! The fountains are definitely my boys favorite place to go. They have several sections with fountains, some with bigger splashes and some with smaller ones. The water is less than a foot deep, so my young toddlers could play in it with no issue. Not a lot of shade in the fountains, but otherwise the park is super shaded. There are a couple of places with picnic tables, including one covered area. There is also a small playground. Parking is a little space, but other than that it is a great place to spend a warm afternoon

Love this place! Such a beautiful part of town! The park has a great place to walk, have lunch at a picnic table or play in the water. It's even open until 11pm

We had an Angleman Syndrom event there with live bands and about 100 people registered plus a few public wondering in and room for plenty more people. Great place to hold event with outdoor stage area could easily accommodate 500 people or more.

This park is really cool and has wonderful wading pool areas for kids. There are plenty of spaces to roam around and some pretty neat displays that are interactive. The only thing is that it took me a long time to figure out where I was supposed to park, and I had to go to the Parks and Recreation website to figure it out. For those wondering, you park at the ice skating rink down the street.

My 16 year old autistic daughter is so enthusiastic about this beautiful park the flowing water fountains and the flowers are so wonderful and with the clean smell of chlorine I am not at worried about any bacterial problems. I love it too the water was such a perfect temperature cool enough for the heat and when the sun began to set it was warm and delightful. We spend hours and never get bored or tire of it, also the people are so nice it's really an awesome friendly place for everyone.

Nice splash area for the kids to cool off in. The bricks are not attached, so kids pick them up and throw them. The rules say no to do this, but not one person read the rules while we hung out here. Eventually they will destroy the splash area, which will be sad. Still, it's a great free place to spend some time. Parking wasn't clearly marked, but everyone was parked behind the ice skating rink.

This is such a lovely park! With the good comes the bad. Too bad the homeless also think that 🙄. Had my grandchildren with me and saw a woman shaving her underarms! Parking is also an issue. Very small parking lot😕

My sister and I attended the introduction to kayaking last Saturday. It was great, we enjoyed it so much! Our guide, Robin, was awesome. Explained everything and made sure we were safe. We'll definitely come here again.

Overall our day on lake Springfield was a blast. I get to spend quality time with my boat working on repairs. Swimming was a blast with a wonderful “earthy” aroma! Launching your boat here provides a great excuse to get closer with your primary care physician. I’ll be back next week!

Lovely little get-away inside Springfield. Boathouse with kayaks for rent, some souvenirs and small snacks as well as drinks are available. Pavilions plus the boat house(indoor venue complete with kitchens) are available. Playground at the South Pavilion plus swings at the North Pavilion along with a basketball court is also available. Paved trail along with a more rugged Ozark and Lake Springfield are also there. Bonus….a disc golf course too! Plenty of parking up by the entrance and how’s by the boat house.

Perfect place to try kayaking and canoeing. If you’re not sure if it’s your thing, you can easily rent one. Very affordable and worth the time! Chances are, you’ll be back! Very knowledgeable and friendly people here.

Went to my grandsons wedding it was beautiful. I would recommend this to every bride and groom

Wonderful nature space. Uncrowded, excellent wooded hiking trail system, great green spaces, play equipment, and a very nicely marked disc golf course. The only thing needed is an extension of the paved trailway for the elderly and parents pushing a baby.

This is a beautiful park with loads of ducks. You can walk around, rent a kayak, or rent the boat house for a party. We love to just sit and look at the water and the ducks. It's relaxing. Also it's a good place to bring a chair and sketch or fish. A lot of people fish from the bank here. It needs a store for drinks and snacks but other than that, there are restrooms and pretty good parking. I would recommend going here.

This place is worth your time. I can’t wait to go back to visit again. It’s free admission, but donations are appreciated. They have a little dinosaur play corner for toddlers. My daughter liked it so well she didn’t want to let me move towards the back where they keep the cave and mineral items. There were so many cool things to look at and learn. I regret not going sooner. I’m so grateful places like this exist. Thank you to all the donors and volunteers who keep this place open.

Great little gem off the beaten path... a wonderful place to take your family and a must stop for any lover of earthly treasures. Entry is free and they have a cool gift shop and scavenger hunt for kids.

This place was so awesome the volunteers were so kind and knowledgeable about alot of things in the museum. I highly recommend checking them out. It's free admission but you can donation which if you can you should so this awesome place stays open. Lots of things to check out. Lots of dinosaur artifacts and fossils,

I had never heard of this place until we were looking for things to do with our kiddos before school starts. It was so cool and had lots of nifty things to look at. All three kids 10, 8, 4 loved it. Pretty easy to get to. Accessible but there is a gravel parking and might be a little harder to navigate with a wheel chair or stroller. Stay tuned though they have a class room building going up and also waiting on new things coming in.

It’s free to get in it’s a small museum has amazing fossils dinosaurs, fish, shells and older rocks and crystals has some history here to my 8 year old was entertained for just long enough to walk around the hole place there is a small gift shop we had to pick up a copper coin and some geo rocks you can donate to help support the free museum it’s not forced and they didn’t ask but we did as we appreciate having a free place to visit on vacation

Really neat place to visit if you enjoy fossils and geology. They have a decent collection of dinosaur and Ice age era fossils to look at, and the other half of the place is all rocks and mineral crystals. They also have neat things for sale like hard to find crystals and fossils. So far I've picked up a mosasaur tooth and an ice age bison bone for very reasonable prices. It's a must see for any rock/crystal/fossil collector, especially if you're after authentic pieces to add to your collection.

Everyone who works here is very informative. They answered our questions and guided us through parts of the center. We were able to revisit our favorite parts. It is fun for kids as well as adults.

This is the first time my girls and I have ever been here. We absolutely loved it. Very nice and clean. Very friendly staff. Very affordable. I love that they have two courses an easier one and a harder one. We did both.

We were in town for the week to attend a basketball tournament and needed something fun for the team to do and decompress. This was the best place for that! With nice weather, we showed up early when they opened and hit the links for some fun. Great atmosphere, very clean, and lots of snack/drink options. Will be back next year!

This was an amazing course and very fun! Had a bunch of different decor on each hole and had a nice snack bar at the front, they also sell beer!. Also has a really cool place to sit down and drink and play some games on the side of the course! Must see and play when visiting Springfield Missouri! I loved every bit of this place!

Fun place. They have food and drinks. I feel like the food is kinda priced high for what it is but not super high. Drinks are reasonably priced. Both alcohol and non-alcohol. We played both courses and they were very fun. I would definitely come back. It would be really fun at night too.

We had a great time! The courses were fun and get family atmosphere. Highly recommend going here!

Our first time here. It was great! Tuesday night, so no crowd. We played the US side, which is supposed to be easier than the International side. Course is in good condition. Seems obvious that it is well taken care of. Really like the themed holes - Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, Old Faithful, etc. Will definitely be back to play the other side! Update: Bank for round 2! Played the international side this time and found it more difficult and not as nicely themed. Still very enjoyable , but back to the USA side for us.

Price for 2 is 23! U do 18 holes . First time here . I liked the different themes . Nice environment and has snacks and achohol, will be back

We came to Springfield for a Saturday event and we weren't sure how we were going to spend Saturday evening. We searched around and found tickets to a local showing of The Waitress at Little Theater. I grabbed tickets and we headed out! Once we sat down, I quickly realized why these tickets were still available... it's very hard to see from FF row. I spent the first half of the show leaning every which way around the folks in front of me to see what the actors were up to. Luckily, no one came to sit in the seat next to me or in front of me so I just moved over in the second half and had a better experience, but I unfortunately don't recommend the F row seats. If the people in front of you decide to lean forward (which several of them did for me), they block nearly the entire front half of the stage from view. Other than that, what an incredible little venue. Amazing performers and cozy space! Enjoy this gem Springfield!

We came from Sedalia and seen the play Annie, not only was this play wonderful as a huge fan of the movie(s) I would consider this a masterpiece as the actors were phenomenal, gave it their all, and brought these characters to life as I've never seen before. I will definitely be looking forward to come and see another play that this theater gives!! 👏👏

My mom & I went to see A Christmas Carol: The Musical. It was the first play we've seen! It was just wonderful! The music, acting, sets, design, & choreography were incredible! We definitely will be back again to see more of what this timeless place has to offer :)

Exit Laughing on 3/16/2025 was EXCELLENT! The five cast members were fabulous. Each played their part perfectly. Funny storyline and a good ending. Loved it. Kudos to director, staff, set designers. The set was the best I've ever seen!

Absolutely amazing seats. Unreal performance for The Wizard of OZ

I saw Oklahoma this afternoon!! It was awesome! So much fun! The young girls all had such beautiful voices and the male lead who played Curly was awesome! Ado-Anne was so much fun!

Springfield Little Theatre produces Broadway level shows right here in the Midwest. The theater is stunning, the staff is so fun and helpful, and the productions are next level. They even have an actual Broadway Star join them in shows every couple of seasons! How cool is that? If you want high quality performances for a decent price, this is WELL worth it.

Was not expecting such amazing displays and museums when we decided to visit BPS. What an amazing collection!

Tons of firearms to see and read about. Great to see the history of them throughout time. I spent way too long in there.

This firearms museum is one of the best I've ever seen! They have firearms from every era and all kinds of history to read about them. There are some weapons here that you won't see anywhere else in the world and some of them belonged to famous and infamous people alike. I recommend this museum if you like firearms and the history behind them.

This is such an amazing little museum, right in the bass pro HQ! It's free, and there are a ton of historical firearms to see, as well as so much history to learn. I highly recommend

A really detailed and educational dive into the American Gun History. I especially enjoyed the exhibit displaying all the standard issue American Guns for the US Military throughout history. They've got some unique stuff like the punt guns and gold/silver pistols. Recommend any visitors to this Bass Pro take a stroll through the museum.

So many historical guns...plus, it's in the Bass Pro Shop. It's free and took about 1.5 hours to scope everything out. Must see if you're into historical firearms. There is also a large archery Hall of Fame at the end of the firearms display.

We had an awesome time there it was very interesting my son enjoyed all the old guns from the wars it takes a lot of time to get through it unfortunately we didn't make it to the aquarium maybe our next trip AWESOME TRIP!!!

As someone who travels to a lot of rail museums, I can very much say this is one of my favourite out of the hundreds of museums I've been to. Hundreds of unique preserved artefacts of railroad history, all lovingly cared for by a friendly & knowledgeable team of volunteers, definitely worth a visit & I'll be returning time & again

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – A Must-Visit for Train Lovers and History Buffs! As someone who loves trains, visiting the Railroad Historical Museum in Springfield was an absolute treat! The museum is packed with fascinating history about the Frisco Railroad and its impact on Springfield and the surrounding region. The exhibits are well-curated and detailed, showcasing everything from vintage railroad equipment to historic photographs and memorabilia. You really get a sense of how important the railroad was to the growth and development of the area. The volunteers are knowledgeable and passionate, happy to share stories and answer questions that make the experience even richer. Whether you’re a train enthusiast or just curious about local history, this museum is a hidden gem that’s definitely worth your time. If you’re in Springfield and love trains or history, don’t miss it!

Wonderfully presented, and wonderfully made, this Railroad Museum is great for any lover of Trains and their history. The volunteers who run this Museum are passionate and eager to answer any questions!

The museum volunteers were very knowledgeable and passionate about the history. Unique museum. Fun for age 6 to 106.

We had my sons 7th birthday party here today, it was great!!! The kids LOVED looking @ all the stuff they have out, going up & down the stairs in the 2nd to last car, playing w all the knobs, etc in the locomotive, blowing the whistle, & more! Thank you so much for a great experience & a birthday party to remember!!! The fact that it's air conditioned made it all that much better in todays heat! Thanks again!

My 3 yr old son is crazy about trains, when we arrived he was so shocked and in awe he didn't know what to do or say, but that didn't take long about 10 min later he is giving tours to the volunteers . lol

Lot of nice older people that will answer all your questions but there only open from 2 to 4 on Saturdays

It's such a wonderful Artsfest again. It was my second time, and I had fun with my doggie.

Last night was my first experience with the art walk here and I must say that I was not disappointed. I spent most of the time in sheer awe of the talent I saw at every turn. Hopefully one day there will be some tactical art included.

A lot of nice artists work First time going there definitely will be going back next year it was a beautiful day and a great event

Use to go every Friday when I was 16

Beautiful park, we were pleasantly surprised. Wish there were more restrooms available. Unfortunately, we were a week to early for the butterfly garden.

What a beautiful and peaceful park. Sitting in the shade at Drummond Cove on a very not day, enjoying the cool breeze off the water.

It had so many pretty flowers even this late in the summer. There were lots of people there enjoying it so that was good to see

Weather was perfect for a little morning stroll, tons of photo opportunities and lots of thing s to learn about.

We enjoyed a lovely morning walking through the gardens. It was very special to see so many others of all ages walking the paths.

Beautiful park , plenty of space to walk and just over all react . Have been going here since I was kid . Definitely a favorite

Really nice park so many different things to take in and they are still changing & adding

The Springfield Symphony Orchestra was wonderful. But, it was smothering hot in there. We left at intermission because we were sweating.

We took the little ones to see Blippi. The seating is nice. The bright lights from the stage had our 3 year old covering his eyes. He loved the parts without the beaming lights.

The shows are always amazing and entertaining!!! My family has seen multiple over the years, too many to count honestly. My son LOVED The Lion King and can NOT WAIT for The Grinch later this year. It's nice that they always offer a huge variety of shows, so there is always something for everyone. We have sat just about everywhere and have not found a bad seat in the theater. The staff is always pleasant and they always have a wonderful selection of souvenirs to remember your experience. Thank you for the amazing productions, and keep being FANTASTIC!

It is a beautiful performance hall, and there are plenty of seats. There's multiple restrooms, and it is handicap accessible. Parking in Bear Park North is the closest you'll be able to get, and there is accessible parking in there as well.

I've been a Broadway series subscriber for many years. Productions usually don't disappoint with some great talent mixed in. I wish productions didn't feel like they have to be so "woke". Changes to classics like Peter Pan or My Fair Lady just aren't necessary. The building could use some updates.

They have great plays, performances, and symphonies here, with a few of their events even being free the seating is alright, and the few snacks they have are significantly marked up.

We had a blast . We had pretty good seats Row R 17 rows from the stage. Alice Cooper put on one heck of a show.

We had a great experience on Sunday touring the cave with our guide, Christina! Was well worth our time and money. Only recommendation, bring your own high power flashlight and be prepared to do a little crab walking here and there. We really enjoyed being the only 2 people on that particular tour. Fun date spot, and don't forget to do the gem mining at the end. It was a little kid silly, but still fun! We look forward to trying the Wild Tour next!

Had a great experience here! The guides were knowledgeable and made the tour lots of fun. If you're tall like me, be aware that there are several very low spots that might be a bit uncomfortable at times, but it's totally doable. This is a great spelunking trip for children.

I liked the cave, it has plenty of formations and cool facts but the cave is a little tight, there are very low 3' ceilings that will make you crouch or crawl if you choose to go through them, the cave also has low 3.5' to 4' walkways were you will haft to balance yourself with the guard rails, there is also a lot of low ceilings but the cave itself is nice and the gift shop is pretty cool. (The tour is a little short but the tour guide was great) (my lower review is from cave ceilings and a tour that felt shorter than normal.)

We visited on a warm July. Our tour guide was very science focused. Would have enjoyed more of the cave stories, but overall enjoyed our tour. Beware that the tour is rather athletic and very close at times. Spaces are small and ceilings are low. Definitely an unusual cave and well worth the tour.

Went there with my family. It was beautiful to explore. Christina, our guide was incredibly patient with my family, my parents, and younger siblings. Fam of 8. She spoke and described a lot on the tour and was incredibly kind. It felt wonderfully cool inside. There are a few areas you have to crouch to get through due to low ceilings and passages, but the view is worth it absolutely. In the gift shop, Christine was patient with my siblings wandering around as we waited for the tour, talking with the little ones and smiled the whole time.

Spectacular, majestic, and captivating. The tour guide was amazing, she personalized our tour and was very knowledgeable. While we only spent about an hour in the cave, these memories will live with me forever. The coolest part - when I visit in the next 30-40 years this fast growing cave may look totally different. Bonus if you bring your own high powered flashlight for extra shiny photographs.

Wasn’t worth $40 a piece for a 15 minute “Walk With The Dinosaurs” and a cave tour. I did like the cave and the guide was very nice and polite. The gift shop had some old coin games and old gum machines. They were neat to look at. I wish I hadn’t paid so much, but I’m glad I went. I can’t see a reason to return.

I love the trail here!!! Very beautiful and lengthy with complete tree coverage. So peaceful and pretty.

Wonderful place with so much to offer! This is the best location I know of for bird viewing. Today we spotted what I believe to be a Yellow Crowned Night Heron, and three Hummingbirds without even trying. 🙌🏼

Very nice spot for a walk. Enough up and down to get the heart pumping a bit. Some interesting local history and a real, easily visible spring. Perhaps 1.5-2.0 miles depending on which side trails you take. 30-45 minutes for once around the lake.

Very nice nature place to walk through. A few spots to sit and just watch. A flock of geese were on the water. Nice little hike and educational centers around how the water gets to the tap.

Plenty of room here to spread out and get away from the crowds. There's some sidewalk for all ages, but most of the trails are uneven with endless rock and root tripping hazards, along with numerous elevation changes. Not to be discouraging, but just be aware. Much of the trail is shaded and there are several benches along the way. There are are also restrooms available.

Lots of interesting scenery in this area, including the lake and waterfall, forest, wetlands and stream. We enjoy looking at the spring that can be seen from the overlook. We couldn't find the side trail that is supposed to go to the stream, but we have walked the loop around the lake and through the wetlands a couple of times. Watch out for ticks. One of our visits was shortly after some rain, and too many mud puddles so we had to walk in the grass to avoid those. Found a nymph afterward.

Very beautiful; paved & unpaved trails, with plenty of water access to a pond & a creek. Very nice scenery with picnic tables for a nice family setting. Great place to take your dog for a wonderful walk & a cool dip in the creek!!! Nice walking bridge & this area usually has a nice breeze blowing. Took our "cheagle" dog (Shadow) out there & he had an awesome time; got a lot of exercise. We frequently visit this beautiful, peaceful, & serene park. One of the nicest parks in Springfield, MO to visit.

The best show I've ever seen

We never realized they existed until we were searching for something to do in the area. We saw Disaster and it was so much better than I even expected. So funny and the actors did a great job. I was expecting something more novice but these guys were great! We're even thinking about season tickets.

Went to see the Color Purple and I was very impressed with this play especially loved Sade Shine she is very talented and has a beautiful singing voice we need more plays like this in Springfield. Great job to the whole cast !!!!

I've been to two productions so far and both were extremely well done. It is a tiny venue so every seat in the house is a great seat. You are truly a part of the show being so up close and personal. I'm so impressed with the actors. To stay so in character and never be distracted by the audience who is so so close... it's really impressive. And the shows are reasonably priced also. One of the gems I've found in Springfield being relatively new here.

Absolutely loved the experience! Not a bad seat in sight. I love how the wrapped seating brings a level of intimacy...like you're almost inside the performance itself. ...the audience that evening was very responsive and that made it even more enjoyable. Will attend again...and again! This should be on everyone's list of must do in the Springfield area.

I went Saturday night and watched a show here and they did fantastic. Their actors are very talented, the sets are beautifully crafted. I would highly suggest going and seeing one of their performances!

I just left the Fox Theater after seeing SCTs production of The Color Purple! It was beyond outstanding!! You can be sure that I will not miss another production of any show they do!!

My favorite park in Springfield. There is a wonderful music park and two different playgrounds. They are a little more suited for little kids, but I love that there are not really places to fall off! The park is far from the road, so there is lots of space for little kids to run around without a parent on them all the time. My kids love it, too!

It's a nice park. We were there at night, it seemed safe. There was some sort of uniformed bicycle operator with a lot of lighting that seemed to be patrolling the place in some manner. They could've just been the World's Safest Bicyclist though. There's a stage with columns that don't appear to have ever had any structure associated with them. There's a well lit wall that has appeared in music videos. There's an art installation there that could be described by many terms: speech balloon, thought bubble, quote bubble; it's actually an Ernest and Ruth installation. We had a wildlife interaction with an inch worm. I'm not sure what's larval in September in SWMO. Video attached.

Great park for many occasions. From casual Saturday morning play time with little kids to picnic date nights, Phelps Grove has something to offer for just about everyone. Also the trees are beautiful.

Went to the park Labor Day afternoon to hit a few tennis balls. Phelps Grove Park is a beautiful park just south from MSU on National Avenue. Great jogging / walking trails, lots of trees for shade, BBQ stations for those so inclined, swings and play equipment for the kiddos and restroom facilities all surrounded my a very nice neighborhood. Best park north of Sunshine street.

Very nice park,large historic shelter house, relaxing .Never seems crowded, Large modern playground. Restrooms are dated but definitely usable. Next to art gallery with free admission, tennis courts, nice flower garden. The park is kinda spread out almost like two or three separate park areas , but as far as I know it's considered all one park.

Our family really enjoyed this park! I loved the accessibility of park benches close to the playground equipment. I also really enjoyed the uniqueness of the music area that had multiple musical instruments for the kids to play on and enjoy. They especially enjoyed the playground zipline.

One of the best parks in Springfield. With many large old trees, playground, pavilion, tennis courts, walking path, & lots of open spaces for games it's no wonder it is a Springfield favorite.

This is one of many parking areas along a gorgeous stretch of paved trails, where you're likely to bump into several friendly folks, who make you feel welcomed, or strike up a conversation with a new person, and walk 5 miles talking like best buds (You rock Ben. I needed that walk that day). Lately, this is NOT the place to park/start you journey. This is the 2nd time I've pulled up and there are 2 plies of fresh glass. This time I arrived in a friends car, and decided to let everyone know. IT'S NOT SAFE TO LEAVE YOUR CAR HERE, PEOPLE!! Stay safe.

It’s a great place to walk. I wouldn’t recommend kiddos on a bike or kiddos in general. It’s a long trek on the Rutledge Wilson trail with some moderate hills and curves. It is quite beautiful though.

Very nice trail for a walk; I brought my pup along with me. There are a few branching paths to take. The creek provided a nice water break for my pup after walking for a bit! For the time of day we went, it wasn't too busy. Beautiful walk!

This trail is very nice, but I would love to see a drinking fountain, and there are a few big lumps in the path that could potentially cause someone to get hurt. Overall though, this trail is great, and I'll keep going on it as long as I live near it.

Best place to hike in Springfield area in my opinion. Paved trail with natural trails throughout. Great workout with paths that go up and down hill. Lots of wild flowers, insects, birds, reptiles, and more. Highly recommend!

Great trail. Steep hills in a few areas. Ensure your bike can shift to 1-1... you'll need it! Path covered in water in areas. Be prepared to go through livestock gates--breaks up your rhythm a bit but still an enjoyable ride. Entire trail (out and back) is 11.3 miles.

Very nice walk through local farmland and grasslands. Nice, paved trail throughout which would be good for cycling, walking, running, or any other sport one would want to use on a paved trail.