Visit Springfield Illinois

109 North Seventh Street, Springfield, IL, USA, 62701
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Why Choose Springfield, IL?

Historic Springfield, Illinois offers convention attendees all the great things they have come to expect…and then some. Springfield, the capital of Illinois, is the ideal convention destination providing a unique balance of business and pleasure as well as unique opportunities for special event functions including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and many historic sites. Meeting planners will find unique, customizable meeting and convention space throughout 3 areas of Springfield, boasting nearly 4,000 overnight rooms and 325,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. The SCVB offers a wide variety of services to help take stress off of our valued meeting planners. Some of our services include: pre-meeting promotional materials (printed or digital) to increase attendance and awareness as well as our website link for your convention page, visitor information brochures and attendees bags, name badges and covers that we can print or can be printed by the planner, transportation assistance including a listing of transportation options, shuttles and charter bus company contacts, tourism ambassador information table to help attendees enjoy their downtime and find the perfect dining location for times when meals aren't provided. Our trained Tourism Ambassadors greet guests and ensure they won't miss a thing, making their convention experience memorable. Visit Springfield is here to help! Our powerhouse team has over 165 years industry experience and a combined 200 years of living in our city. When the ‘brain trust’ unites, there is literally nothing that we cannot solve for our customers and guests. The plethora of contacts, references, and experiences sets us apart to be able to tackle any challenge sent our way! Make sure to ask us about our exclusive promotions for 2024!

Venue Details

Hotels38
Convention center65,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms3,851
Guest rooms at 1 hotel369
Special event venues15
Average room rate$86.21
Occupancy rate13%
Restaurants264
Daily food cost$56.00
Tax rate6%
Venue typeCVB
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Need dates

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Oct 10, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

Match your event dates with this hotel’s availability. Low seasons tend to have better availability.
High season
Mar 10 - May 15Jun 02 - Jul 16Sep 16 - Nov 15
Shoulder season
Jan 16 - Mar 09Jul 17 - Sep 15May 16 - Jun 01
Low season
Nov 16 - Dec 31

Getting Here

Distance from Springfield's Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport(SPI) airport 6 mi

Location

Local Attractions

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

Museum
The museum presents permanent displays, such as “through Lincoln’s Eyes,” a vibrant, multi-screen presentation that puts you at the center of some of the Civil War’s epic moments.
212 North Sixth Street
Springfield, IL, US 62701
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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

Museum
The Presidential Library contains an overwhelming treasury of carefully preserved Lincoln documents and artifacts including more than 12 million items from the Illinois State Historical Library. Providing an amazing resource of information for families, historians, and scholars alike.
212 North Sixth Street
Springfield, IL, US 62701
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Lincoln Home

Lincoln Home

Historical landmark
Step back in time as you enter the only home the Lincolns ever owned, and walk through the charming neighborhood surrounding this national treasure
426 South 7th Street
Springfield, IL, US 62701
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Lincoln Tomb

Lincoln Tomb

Historical landmark
Within the walls of this granite monument lie the final resting places of Abraham Lincoln, his wife Mary, and three of their four sons. The number of visitors this landmark attracts each year is surpassed only by Arlington National Cemetery.
1441 Monument Avenue
Oak Ridge Cemetery
Springfield, IL, US
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Knights Action Park

Knights Action Park

Recreation
Family entertainment center including two miniature golf courses, batting cages, golf driving range, go-kart track, kiddie rides, a 1930's ferris wheel standing 60 feet tall, and the newest attraction "The Paratrooper". Caribbean Water Advernture includes a wave pool, watereslides, children's play area, an action river ride, activity pool, bumper boats, and more.
Springfield, IL, US
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Dana Thomas House

Dana Thomas House

Historical landmark
the Dana Thomas House is said to be one of Frank Lloyd Wrights largest and most elaborate Prairie-style designs. The house has 15 rooms that contain more than 100 pieces of original furniture as well as 250 art glass windows.
301 East Lawrence
Springfield, IL, US 62701
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Old State Capitol

Old State Capitol

Historical landmark
Abraham Lincoln launched his 1858 Senate campaign against Stephan Douglas with his famous “house Divided” speech in Representatives Hall. Years later, Lincoln’s remains were displayed in that exact chamber as 75,000 mourners passed by to pay respects.
1 Old State Capitol Plaza
Springfield, IL, US
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Lake Springfield

Lake Springfield

Recreation
Lake Springfield is a 4,235 acre lake providing visitors with eight public parks. The lake offers boating, fishing, picnicing, and swimming.
Springfield, IL, US
Illinois State Capitol

Illinois State Capitol

Historical landmark
301 South 2nd Street
Springfield, IL, US
Lincoln-Herndon Law Office

Lincoln-Herndon Law Office

Historical landmark
Lincoln practiced law in these quarters from 1843 to around 1852. Restored to resenble its bustling prime.
6th and Adams
Springfield, IL, US
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Executive Mansion

Executive Mansion

Historical landmark
The red brick italianate downtown mansion has been the official residence of Illinois Governors since 1855.
410 East Jackson
Springfield, IL, US
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Illinois State Museum

Illinois State Museum

Museum
Exploe 500 million years of environomental change in Illinois. Travel through time, from the beginning of life on Earth to an era when mastodons roamed the Illinois landscape to the days of the first Europeon discoverers.
502 South Spring
Springfield, IL, US
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Illinois State Military Museum

Illinois State Military Museum

Museum
Located on the grounds of Camp Lincoln-headquarters of the Illinois National Guard- the museum is dedicated to preserving the state's military heritage. The museum contains many rare items including the state's collection of military battle flags, a target board show at by President Lincoln, vehicles, weapons, uniforms, equipment and photographs.
1301 North MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL, US
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The Muni

The Muni

Theater
As the sun sets, the curtain rises on warm summer nights at The Muni. A Springfield tradition that has provided the best of Broadway to enthusiastic audiences for over 50 years, the Muni is one of the largest all-volunteer community theatre organizations in the nation. (June - August)
Springfield, IL, US
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Henson Robinson Zoo

Henson Robinson Zoo

Recreation
Located at Lake Springfield, Henson Robinson Zoo is home to more than 90 different species of exotic and native animals. Lemurs, cheetahs, and cougars ar eamoung the 300 animals at the Henson Robinson Zoo. Be sure to check out the repitle house, monkey island, and the panguin exhibit.
1100 East Lake Drive
Springfield, IL, US
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Professor Pizza
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Convention Centers

Bank of Springfield Center (formerly PCCC)The Prairie Capital Convention Center is located in the downtown area of Springfield, Illinois, between Adams & Washington Streets and 7th & 9th Streets. The Center is a multi-purpose facility that is adaptable to suit a variety of events.
Exhibit Space40,000 sq. ft.
Total meeting space44,000 sq. ft.

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Travel along iconic Route 66 to Springfield, the history-filled capital of Illinois. Experience one of America’s most beloved presidents, Abraham Lincoln, who spent the majority of his adult life in Springfield before traveling to Washington, D.C. as President. From touring the Lincoln Home and neighborhood to his final resting place at the Lincoln Tomb, the story of our 16th president is deeply engrained in Springfield. For attendees looking to experience our local fare, our Horseshoe Sandwich can be found at many locally operated restaurants. Local breweries put their own spin on craft brews with ingredients sourced right here in our backyard. Discover a vibrant arts and architecture scene, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s Dana-Thomas House and the Illinois State Capitol. Nostalgia takes the forefront at the many roadside Route 66 attractions, Route 66 Twin Drive-In, Motorheads Bar, Grill & Museum and Cozy Dog Drive-In. Learn more about Springfield by following our social media channels: FaceBook: @VisitSpringfield Instagram: @VisitSpringfield YouTube: Visit Springfield LinkedIn: Springfield Illinois Convention & Visitors Bureau Make sure to copy Visit Springfield Illinois on your RFP, we look forward to working with you!

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