2013 Travel Guide
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Illinois Korean War Memorial
The Korean War State Memorial, honoring 1,748 Illinoisans killed during the 1950-1953 Korean War, was dedicated on June 16, 1996.
CITY: Springfield
Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway
The experiences you’ll find here are as unique, fun and memorable as the road is long. Route 66 defined a remarkable era in our nation’s history - and it lives on today in Illinois Route 66’s many roadside attractions, museums, restaurants - and the shining ribbon of blacktop we call The Mother Road. Illinois’ stretch of this mythic road boasts the highest density of kitschy, interesting things to do you’ll find from here to California. So, join us for the far out journey that never ends on Illinois Route 66.
CITY: Springfield
Illinois State Capitol
The center of state government houses the offices of the Governor, the Secretary of State, the Comptroller and the Treasurer, as well as the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers. Visitors can watch Illinois politics in action from balcony-level seating when legislature is in session.
CITY: Springfield
8 - 18
Illinois State Fair
Make plans now to bring the entire family for adventure, thrills, top name entertainment and the best agriculture exhibition in the country! Each August, hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to Springfield for the Illinois State Fair. Enjoy 10 days of Illinois excitement and entertainment, with everything from top name stars to carnival rides, food, contests, concerts, livestock shows and auto racing.
CITY: Springfield
Illinois State Fairgrounds
The Illinois State Fairgrounds encompasses over 360 acres of land that is fully fenced for added security. The landscaping and scenery throughout the grounds provides one with a sense of hospitality and homeyness. Springfield and Illinois offer the finest in services and recreational opportunities available anywhere. With over 1,500,000 visitors each year, guests will surely have a pleasant experience while making their own history here at the fairgrounds.
CITY: Springfield
Illinois State Military Museum
Preserving the heritage of the Illinois National Guard, the museum is committed to collecting, preserving, interpreting and exhibiting the military artifacts associated with the citizen-soldiers of Illinois.
CITY: Springfield
Illinois State Museum
Permanent and changing exhibits on Illinois' land, life, people and art. Hands on children's discovery room. The museum store contains high quality crafts created by Illinois artisans.
CITY: Springfield
Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This powerful granite monument and its eternal flame pay tribute to the 2,981 Illinois residents who served in the Vietnam War and died or are still missing. Located at Oak Ridge Cemetery.
CITY: Springfield
Inn at 835
National Historic Registrar and city landmark. Antique-filled inn, private baths, full breakfast and evening wine.
CITY: Springfield
Joe Roger's Original Recipe Chili Parlor
Voted Springfield's best chili since 1945. The restaurant also serves hot dogs, sandwiches, tamales and their famous, "Denburger."
CITY: Springfield
Jungle Jim's Cafe
Family-operated cafe features all-American favorite foods with daily specials.
CITY: Springfield
Knight's Action Park & Caribbean Water Adventure
The theme park offers miniature golf, go-karts, batting cages, carnival rides and an arcade. While the water park features a wave pool, bumper boats, water slides, paddle boats and a lazy river. Catch a movie at the old-fashioned drive-in, adjacent to Knight's.
CITY: Springfield
Korean War National Museum
Treasured artifacts, historial papers, and mementos tell the story of the Korean War through interactive exhibits. The first phase of the museum, The Denis J. Healy Freedom Center, is open to the public. The Center houses 3D-interactive exhibits, the Freedom Hall Theater, a canteen, and a center for Veterans and their families to record their personal experiences.
CITY: Springfield
Lake Shore Golf Course
Rated 3½ stars by Golf Digest, this challenging scenic course has rolling hills, blind shots on three holes, many mature trees, watered fairways and bent grass greens.
CITY: Taylorville
Lake Springfield Marina
Full-service marina with slip rental by day, week, month and season with certified mechanics on duty. Cruise or fish on beautiful Lake Springfield on your rental pontoon boat, personal watercraft, conoe, kayak or paddleboat. Have a family or company outing on the 35 foot Party Barge.
CITY: Springfield
Lawrence Memorial Library/Mata Simpson Resource Center
In 1905 Frank Lloyd Wright designed the interior of this school library which has been restore to its original luster.
CITY: Springfield
Lime Street
A relaxed dining experience in an unique nostalgic setting. A Springfield tradition since 1988. Live entertainment Fri and Sat night.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Greens Golf Club
This golf club features an 18-hole, par 72 course and driving range.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Get an intimate look at Lincoln during a tour of the Lincoln Home, the only house he ever owned. The Lincoln family lived here from 1844 until they left for Washington. The Lincoln Home is located in a historic four-block neighborhood that looks much as it did in the mid-1800s, complete with wooden sidewalks. A visitor center and restored neighboring homes display exhibits that tell the story of Lincoln’s time spent with his wife, children and friends in Springfield.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Ledger
Abraham Lincoln's original account ledger with the Springfield Marine and Fire Insurance Company is on display at Chase Bank during banking hours.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Memorial Garden Nature Center
Located on the shores of Lake Springfield and designed by landscape architect, Jens Jensen, five miles of wooded trails lead you on a journey through the Illinois landscape Lincoln walked.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Souvenir and Gift Shop
Springfield and Lincoln souvenirs, jewelry, lots of miscellaneous gifts. Open March-November.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site
The final resting place of President Lincoln, his wife and three of their four children. Constructed 1869-1874.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site
The Tomb is the final resting place of President Lincoln, his wife and three of their four children. It was constructed between 1869-1874 in Springfield's Oak Ridge Cemetery. Be sure to rub the nose of the bronze Lincoln bust at the entrance, which is said to bring good luck. Dogs are allowed on the site; they are not allowed inside the monument. Dogs must be under their owner's control, leashed, and cleaned up after at all times.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln's Family Pew
Abraham and Mary Lincoln maintained a family pew in their place of worship. You can quietly view the pew and beautiful Tiffany stained glass windows in the First Presbyterian Church.
CITY: Springfield
Oct 31
Lincoln's Ghost Walks - Legends and Lore
Take a 90-minute nighttime tour of sites throughout Springfield that are linked to spirited stories about Lincoln’s life and death. Founder Garret Moffett based the tour partly on local lore about Lincoln’s visions and dreams, as well as on reported ghost sightings.
CITY: Springfield
Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices State Historic Site
This is the only remaining structure where Abraham Lincoln maintained working law offices. Lincoln and his final law partner, William Herndon, operated from the top floor of the building from 1843 to 1852. Filled with clutter and makeshift furniture, the offices draw a vivid picture of what a normal day was like for Lincoln and Herndon. Today the building includes a visitor center, federal courtrooms and attorney offices.
CITY: Springfield
Lindsay's Gallery
Continental American Cuisine offers Sunday Brunch. Located in the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel and Conference center. The bar is called the Globe Tavern and serves drinks 7 days a week.
CITY: Springfield
Lisa's Antique Malls
175 Dealers in 2 buildings. Wide variety of antiques, furniture, silver, glass, pottery, jewelry, linens, quilts, coins, dolls, toys and much more.
CITY: Springfield
Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition
Abraham Lincoln spent 30 years in Central Illinois, where he raised his family and pursued his passion for the law and politics. Today, the 42 counties of the state's Central region have been designated as the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area, which is managed by the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition. The group is responsible for preserving the history and heritage of Lincoln’s Illinois, and offers information on historic sites and suggested tours.
CITY: Springfield
Lost Bridge Trail
Five-mile paved trail from Springfield's east side to its sister community, Rochester.
CITY: Springfield
Luca's Pizza
Quality and authentic Italian flavor in homemade pizzas,calzones, pastas, salads and sandwiches.
CITY: Springfield
Macoupin County Courthouse
The Macoupin County Courthouse, built in 1870, used to be the largest county courthouse in the United States, with the possible exception of one in New York City. It was even larger than the Illinois Statehouse. While the courthouse still serves as the seat of county government, it has also become a showplace that attracts tourists, architects and artists from across the country, as well as overseas.
CITY: Carlinville
Macoupin County Historical Society Museum
The Macoupin County Historical Society Museum is housed in the John Anderson mansion, originally built in 1883. The main house is a museum with exhibits that chronicle the development of Macoupin County and its citizens. In addition to the mansion, several other buildings on the grounds emphasize the county's history: a one-room schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, church, wash house, granary and herb garden.
CITY: Carlinville
Macoupin County Jail
The historic 1869 Macoupin County Jail was designed by E.E. Meyers. It was built using the "cannon ball" method which prevented jail breaks by making it nearly impossible to remove the blocks. This unique medieval-inspired fortress housed many lawbreakers during its 119 years of use, but only one prisoner escaped. He was soon apprehended a few blocks from the jail.
CITY: Carlinville
Magic Kitchen
Magic Kitchen presents fantastic Thai food. We are currently operating in two great locations throughout Springfield, one conveniently located downtown at 115 North Lewis Street and the other near the Fish Man Pet Center at 4112 North Peoria Road. We guarantee that you will leave with excitement and a full stomach.
CITY: Springfield
Magic Kitchen
Magic Kitchen presents fantastic Thai food. We are currently operating in two great locations throughout Springfield, one conveniently located downtown at 115 North Lewis Street and the other near the Fish Man Pet Center at 4112 North Peoria Road. We guarantee that you will leave with excitement and a full stomach.
CITY: Springfield
Magnuson Grand Hotel
This Magnuson Hotels affiliate is within driving distance to St. Louis, the University of Illinois at Springfield, Lincoln Land Community College, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, golf courses, and shopping areas. Guests will enjoy relaxing in the 10 acres of flowered gardens with gazebo and fish pond, an indoor pool, free wireless internet, local cuisine at the Captain’s Table Restaurant, refreshments at the Yacht Club Lounge, exercise facilities, meeting space is available, pets are welcome with additional charges and some restrictions. Rooms feature either one king bed or two double beds, patio, free wireless internet access, cable TV with extra stations, air conditioning, free local calls, coffeemaker, hairdryer, microwave, mini-fridge, alarm clock, and iron and board. Poolside rooms may be available upon request for an additional charge.
CITY: Raymond
Maid Rite - Springfield
Restaurant has been in business since 1924 offering specialty, "Maid Rite" sandwiches, french fries and root beer.
CITY: Springfield
Maldaner's
Offering American cuisine with daily specials in beautiful downtown surroundings. Limited outdoor seasonal seating.
CITY: Springfield
Malham Orchards
The roadside market sells homegrown apples (20 varieties), peaches, nectarines, pears and plums. Choose to "Bag Your Own Apples" and mix varieties, or pick up cider and apple butter.
CITY: Carlinville
Mansion View Inn and Suites
Conveniently located across from the Governor's Mansion, within walking distance to State Capitol and all state offices in downtown.
CITY: Springfield
Mario's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
Casual family-style pizza parlor featuring a pizza lunch buffet, pastas, salads, sandwiches and other specialities.
CITY: Springfield
Market Street Inn
Lovingly cared for Queen Anne Victorian home of 1892 developed into a bed & breakfast in 1994.
CITY: Taylorville
McCormick's restaurant
BBQ ribs, pulled meats, burgers, sandwiches and Friday fish dinners make this a popular family friendly restaurant.
CITY: Springfield
Microtel Inn & Suites
Inviting 64-room inn located at Stevenson Drive exit off I-55, with indoor pool, continental breakfast, guest laundry, smoke free environment.
CITY: Springfield
Miller Nursery
Choose and cut your own scotch pine, white pine, Austrian pine and other nursery trees. Shrubs, flowering trees and evergreens are also sold.
CITY: Atwater
Motel 6 - Springfield
Interior corridors, 3 floors, elevators, 104 rooms, guest laundry, truck parking, data ports in all rooms, free local calls, coffee 6am-10am, handicapped rooms, AARP discounts for members, children 17 and under stay free in parents room.
CITY: Springfield
My Sister's Closet
Distinctive women's and children's apparel - in business since 1974.
CITY: Carlinville
Nelson Center
A multi-purpose recreation complex that provides leisure endeavors for all ages, including public ice skating, group skating, lessons, and learn-to-play hockey. In the summer enjoy the outdoor public pool.
CITY: Springfield
Nick & Nino"s Penthouse Steakhouse
Perched 30 stories above historic downtown Springfield, Nick & Nino's provides a relaxed, inimate atmosphere in which to enjoy the finest food in Springfield. Located in the Hilton Springfield.
CITY: Springfield
Northfield Inn Suites & Conference Center
Newer 107-room facility with adjoining conference facilities and own banquet kitchen & separate restaurant/bar. King/Queen jacuzzi rooms & suites, indoor pool, fitness center & continental breakfast. Also offer free HBO and USA today.
CITY: Springfield
O'Connor's Gifts, Antiques and Art
Antiques, collectibles, primitives, old tools, glassware, pottery, toys, lamps, jewelry and Lincoln souvenirs. Located in Salisbury.
CITY: Springfield
Oak Street Bed & Breakfast
A cozy functional B&B. There is a kitchenette, queen size bed, tv and vcr. It has it's own seperate entrance. There is a living room with a patio off the room.
CITY: Carlinville
Obed & Isaacs Microbrewery and Eatery
It all about the freshest and best in local beer, great food and top service. Featuring a diverse and eclectic menu and locally crafted beer, located near the Lincoln Home National Historic Site.
CITY: Springfield
23 - 24
Old Capitol Blues & BBQs
Two days of award-winning BBQ with local and national Blues talent. Free childrens activities, come to watch the IL Central Blues Club Challenge. An entertainment filled weekend for everyone.
CITY: Springfield
Old Capitol Farmers Market
Peruse two full blocks of Illinois grown tomatoes, berries, meats, eggs, herbs, flowers and much more! Open May through October.
CITY: Springfield
Old State Capitol State Historic Site
The Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of Illinois' fifth statehouse, the first to be located in Springfield. It is here that Lincoln practiced law, served as a legislator and gave his famed House Divided speech on slavery in 1858. The building served as the seat of state government and a center of Illinois political life from 1839-1876. The current State Capitol Building is the center of state government, where visitors can watch Illinois politics in action when the legislature is in session.
CITY: Springfield
Original Brick Road
This beautiful 1.4 mile long piece of restored hand-laid brick road is a segment of 66 done in 1931 and placed over a concrete roadbed. Route 66 at its best.
CITY: Auburn
Parkway Pointe
This shopping area offers a variety of specialty shops, restaurants and movie theatres.
CITY: Springfield
Pasfield House Inn
Six roomy guest suites with individual thermostats, breakfast bars with personal regrigerators, private large Jacuzzi baths and amenities for discerning travelers. Personalized breakfast served in kitchenette, evening wine and cheese soiree. Business center with DSL (WIFI) and workout room. Full catering and beverage services available, classical architectural detail and interior design. Hospitality in a Grandeur Way.
CITY: Springfield
Prairie Archives
An antiquarian bookstore specializing in rare books, used books, prints, postcards, autographs, records, CD's and a few good antiques and all paper collectibles.
CITY: Springfield
Prairie Art Alliance
Prairie Art Alliance in Springfield, Illinois represents emerging and established Central Illinois artists of all ages.
CITY: Springfield
Prairie Crossing
Shopping for a new car? This is the newest in Automall shopping. and while you're there, check out the new Meijers superstore.
CITY: Springfield
Ramada Springfield North
Conveniently located just off I-55 at exit 100B, this beautiful hotel offers guest-friendly hospitality along with free breakfast, cable/HBO, local calls, newspaper, and parking. Ammenities include indoor pool, fitness center.
CITY: Springfield
Recycled Records
Hard-to-find old records, tapes, CDs, furniture and lots of miscellaneous.
CITY: Springfield
Robbie's - Springfield
Located across from the historic Old State Capitol, this Springfield staple offers homemade soups, sandwiches and pie. Live jazz and blues performers play during dinner on Friday nights.
CITY: Springfield
Route 66 Hotel
108 room facility with 5800 square feet of banquet and meeting space, outdoor heated pool and on-site bar & grill. Nostalgic atmosphere.
CITY: Springfield
Sangamon Auditorium - University of Illinois Springfield
The auditorium presents a broad range of music, theater and dance performances.
CITY: Springfield
Sangamon Center North
Located near the Illinois State Fairgrounds on the city's north side. Sangamon Center has several small shops and restaurants.
CITY: Springfield
Sangchris Lake State Park
200 sites and 135 hook-ups. Nestled in native forests and brimming with a record-setting bass population, this park is a comfortable outdoor retreat.
CITY: Rochester
Saputo's
A Springfield tradition for classic homemade Italian food since 1948. The menu features pastas, steaks, seafood and pizza.
CITY: Springfield
Scandals Nightclub
This gay and lesbian show bar features drag shows, comedians, and dancing Wednesday through Saturday nights.
CITY: Springfield
Scheels
The 200,000-sq.-ft. Scheels is much more than a sports store, featuring attractions that include a 16,000-gallon saltwater aquarium, a 65-foot-tall Ferris wheel inside the store, an old-fashioned shooting gallery, and simulators for everything from NASCAR to golf and hockey. A deli and fudge shop serves gourmet soups and sandwiches, plus more than 20 flavors of homemade fudge.
CITY: Springfield
Sebastian's Hide-out
Mediterranean cuisine restaurant located in the downtown area. Please see our website for menu options. Wine, beer and spirits.
CITY: Springfield
Shea's Gas Station Museum
Take one look at the guest book and you’ll see that this unique spot attracts visitors from all over the globe. A former Texaco gas station owner, Bill Shea has amassed an impressive collection of Route 66 memorabilia during his more than 50 years on the Mother Road. Shea's is closed during the Illinois State Fair, held every August.
CITY: Springfield
Signature Inn-Springfield
124 rooms, with microwave, refridgerator, Iron,Ironing board,hair dryer. Indoor pool & fitness center
CITY: Springfield
Sleep Inn of Springfield
Free continental breakfast. Free local calls. Cable TV with Showtime and pay-per-view available.
CITY: Springfield
Southwest Plaza
Bordered by Best Buy on one end and Barnes and Noble on the other, Southwest Plaza offers a variety of discount shopping opportunities.
CITY: Springfield
Southwind Park
With special attention to individuals with cognitive and physical needs, this state-of-the-art park is both peaceful and accessible. Check the treeless treehouse for a towering view of the park.
CITY: Springfield
