West Central
Springfield
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Popular places to visit
Fantastic Caverns
Look for bats hanging from stalactites as you pass through the cool caverns of this underground cave on a jeep-drawn tram.
Hammons Field
Catch an event at Hammons Field during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Pythian Castle
Tour this striking 1913 structure to see dungeons that once housed prisoners of war and to find out about its ghostly associations.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Missouri State University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Missouri State University, during your travels in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea life at Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Top hotels in West Central
Upscale Loft in the Heart of Dtwn Springfield
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
This hotel was alright. The breakfast was about what you get at any other hotel in this price range. Nothing special. The pool was very loud. Lots of little kids and the area where the pool is at echos every scream. So it makes it really hard to hear anyone you are talking to. The hot tub was hot ...
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
Nice people
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Hotel Vandivort
Attentive staff, beautiful decor, comfortable bed. The onsite restaurant is excellent. Parking options could be clearer.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Springfield South Hwy 65
Yes
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Very nice property and clean and inviting
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Central
Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abou Ben Adhem Shrine and 1984 Arcade.
Fassnight
While there might not be top attractions in Fassnight, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
Phelps
When in Phelps, you can plan a visit to JQH Arena and Springfield Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
University Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
Midtown
Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Springfield Cardinals and Pythian Castle.
Walnut Street
While there might not be top attractions in Walnut Street, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hammons Field and Springfield Cardinals.
