Westside
Springfield
Visit Westside
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.
Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
Explore the great outdoors at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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.
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
Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Top hotels in Westside
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
"Great breakfast! Clean rooms. Laundry was available which was fast and easy. The staff is excellent and most accommodating. We will stay again if in the area."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
"Great place to stay"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Economy Suites Springfield - Extended Stay
"The property was clean and pet friendly and there was wifi , but there was no laundry site."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Best Western Coach House
"Front desk staff was clearly unhappy the room was dirty the sink drain plug was broken n dirty the front outlet didnt work the thermostat was malfunctioning. And my daughter woke up with bug bites from bed bugs. Worst experience!"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Hotel Vandivort
"Nice stay. Enjoyed our evening. Historic building."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Springfield South Hwy 65
"This facility needs to be upgraded and the rooms are too expensive—they provide only the bare minimum of what is expected for a $170 per night room."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Where to stay in Westside
Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like 1984 Arcade and JQH Arena.
Southeast Springfield
While Southeast Springfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Enterprise Park Lanes and Battlefield Mall.
Doling
Doling might not have many top sights, but Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center and Dickerson Park Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Galloway Village
Galloway Village might not have many top sights, but Battlefield Mall and Springfield Conservation Nature Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Meador Park
While there might not be top attractions in Meador Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Battlefield Mall and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
