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Reminders of a rich and remarkable history mix with the everyday whirl of modern politics in Springfield, the Illinois state capital and home of America's 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. A tour of the area's Lincoln sites sheds light on the Great Emancipator's pre-politics legal career, his local roots and his path to the White House. Springfield is a working, welcoming town offering visitors many cultural and recreational diversions, but almost 140 years after his death, Honest Abe is still the city's main man.
 
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Staybridge Suites South
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Howard Johnson Inn & Suites Springfield
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Don't-Miss Attractions
TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten track, but all are worth a visit.
Abraham LincolnAbraham Lincoln
Lincoln Home National Historic Site: The only house Abraham Lincoln ever owned is the centrepiece of this four-block historic neighbourhood. Lincoln and his family lived in this two-storey house from 1844 until 1861, when their address changed to the White House.
Address: 413 South Eighth St., Springfield, Illinois
Phone: 217-492-4241 ex.221
Free
Oak Ridge Cemetery: Lincoln's widow insisted the slain president be buried here, defying local leaders who wanted to erect a grand memorial in the city centre.
Address: Springfield, Illinois
Free
Old State Capitol State Historic Site: Painstakingly rebuilt after being disassembled in the 1960s, this Greek Revival masterpiece saw Lincoln serve as a lawyer and legislator. In 1858, Lincoln delivered his landmark "House Divided" speech in the Capitol's Representatives Hall.
Address: 5th & Adams Streets, Springfield, Illinois
Phone: 217-785-7960
Donation suggested
Family funFamily fun
Henson Robinson Zoo: More than 300 animals from Africa, Asia, Australia, North and South America call this popular zoo home.
Address: 1100 East Lake Drive, Springfield, Illinois
Phone: 217-753-6217
Admission fee
RestaurantRestaurant
Maldaner's Restaurant: Seasonal fresh produce is featured at this hometown favorite that has been serving tantalizing dishes since 1884.
Address: 222 S 6th St, Springfield, Illinois
Phone: 217-522-4313
Outdoor dining in nice weather
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Where to Stay
Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travellers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
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Staybridge Suites South
Popularity index: #13 in Springfield
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Hilton Springfield
Popularity index: #14 in Springfield
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President Abraham Lincoln Hotel & Confernece Center
Popularity index: #19 in Springfield
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Comfort Suites
Popularity index: #15 in Springfield
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Howard Johnson Inn & Suites Springfield
Popularity index: #21 in Springfield
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Courtyard Springfield
Popularity index: #23 in Springfield
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Recommended Reading
"36 Hours: In Springfield, Ill."  New York Times (free registration required), 14 Jul 2006
Walk in the footsteps of one of America's most famous presidents in Springfield.
"Chicago is playing up its Obama appeal"  SignOnSanDiego.com/Associated Press, 16 Nov 2008
Illinois is home to an important new tourist attraction.
"Lincoln Museum: All About Abe"  Washington Post (free registration required), 3 Jul 2005
History buffs have yet another reason to check out America's heartland.
"Four Road Trips With Something for All in the Family"  New York Times (free registration required), 10 Jul 2005
Try some of these ideas for a fun, family-friendly road trip.
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