Breeze Flights to Springfield, IL From $64*

Springfield is a hidden gem deep in the Heartlands of the United States. While the scenery outside of town is mostly pastoral, it is quite a historic place. Known as the home of Abraham Lincoln, you can visit several sites that are connected to the nation’s 16th president. It is also the capital of Illinois and plays a crucial role in housing the state legislature. Nearby, drive along Route 66 and browse memorabilia from a bygone era. 

Start your day with a full tour of all things Lincoln. Your first stop is the Presidential Library and Museum. View a scale replica of the White House’s front facade and journey from Lincoln’s early years growing up in a log cabin through his work uniting the country during the Civil War. Check out the restored Old State Capitol where the president delivered the famous line “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” Discover the family ties and day-to-day life of the important leader in his simple, yet stately home. You’ll find several other landmarks in the area, including the Dana-Thomas House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the fancy Illinois Governor’s Mansion, the grand-domed new State Capitol Building, and an old passenger train station at Union Square Park. Wrap things up on the peaceful grounds of Oak Ridge Cemetery where you can view Lincoln’s final resting place and a monument to the president. 

Go for an afternoon of recreation at Lake Springfield just south of town. You’ll find several hot fishing spots and parks to relax in along its snaking shores, including a golf course. On the far side of the lake, visit the Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center, a secluded green space filled with wooded trails. Washington Park is another great place to get outdoors. Peruse the plethora of plants at the botanical garden, look out over the pond from the gazebo, or rest beneath the trees scattered across the open field. If you’d like a good change at spotting deer or songbirds, stop by Margery Adams Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy trails cutting through dense foliage and meadows filled with flowers. 

Grab dinner at a diner around town. Residents love to visit the Route 66 Drive In Theater for a classic American pastime – watching a film under the stars. If the stage is more your scene, visit Legacy Theatre for a local production. 

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