Trip Ideas: Experience Springfield
Everything outdoors for you in Springfield. Experience the history of Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield, and all the wonders of sports and craftsmanship at Bass Pro Shops, Grizzly Industrial and PFI Town. Top off your day with a Springfield Cardinals game.
Morning
Hemingway's Blue Water Café
Relax in a unique Ozarks' restaurant named after the author, Ernest Hemingway. Dine amid sport fish, African game trophies and a 30,000-gallon saltwater aquarium. Enjoy a bountiful breakfast buffet. An adventure in dining.
Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World®, 1935 S. Campbell Ave., 417-891-5100.
Village Inn Family Restaurant
Village Inn Family Restaurant
Serving the Springfield area for more than four decades, this family restaurant is noted for great breakfast, salads, coffee and desserts. A large selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner favorites are offered any time. Check out the dessert menu with more than 15 varieties of pies and cakes.
2036 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-881-0774.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
Your adventure starts here. Explore the 300,000-square-foot showroom loaded with unique features including an art gallery, barber shop, firing range, Tracker boat showroom, waterfalls and aquariums. Fishing, hunting, camping, boating, golf, gifts, footwear and apparel are all available for purchase.
1935 S. Campbell Ave., 417-887-7334.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
Grizzly Industrial's huge showroom features top-quality woodworking and metalworking tools and name-brand accessories. Whether you're a hobbyist or professional craftsman, you won’t want to miss this great attraction.
1815 W. Battlefield Rd., 417-887-9191.
Afternoon
Argentina Steakhouse
USDA prime steaks and chops, extensive wine list and an eclectic menu prepared seasonally. This Springfield steakhouse strives to offer its guests the very best in cuisine and service.
1410 E. Republic Road, 417-886-8010.
ReRico Brazilian Grill
Brazilian steakhouse featuring a sumptuous gourmet cold bar and a continuous parade of 15 varieties of slow-roasted meats carved tableside by Gaucho chefs.
3371 E. Montclair, 417-881-8882.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
Walk in the footsteps of soldiers who fought at the Battle of Wilson’s Creek, a pivotal battle in Missouri and the second major battle of the Civil War. There’s a visitor center, museum and self-guided driving tour.
Minutes from Springfield at 6424 W. Farm Road 182, Republic, Mo., 417-732-2662.
PFI Town
PFI-America’s Western Store features more than 15,000 pairs of boots, western clothing and accessories. Saddle City features more than 500 saddles in-stock and a large selection of tack. Diamond Ridge Market has more than 120 cheeses, 400 varieties of wine and cheese sampling.
2816 S. Ingram Mill Rd., 417-889-2668.
Evening
Fuji Japanese Seafood, Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
Step into another world; this restaurant’s flair is putting on a show. Your chef's knives flip shrimp and slice steak at the speed of a magician's wand. Fresh vegetables and savory sauces will be served to complement your main dish.
2909 S. Campbell Ave., 417-889-0088.
Springfield Cardinals
The Springfield Cardinals are the AA team of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball club, playing in the Texas League April-September. The Cardinals offer family fun and the opportunity to watch future St. Louis Cardinals play at Hammons Field.
955 E. Trafficway St., 417-863-0395.