Attractions & Locations
Frank Lloyd Wright's only Prairie Style home in Ohio, the Westcott House is one of the country's premier Wright house museums — and it has the details to prove it. Completed in 1908 and meticulously restored inch-by-inch, every feature — art...
Just 10 minutes from downtown Springfield, Buck Creek State Park puts 2,120 acres of lake right in your backyard. Spend the day boating, water skiing, fishing, or swimming — then settle into a campsite or lakeside cottage for the night. Hiking...
Ohio's only Smithsonian Affiliate Art Museum lives right here in Springfield. The permanent collection features work by Berenice Abbott, George Bellows, and Charley Harper, while rotating contemporary exhibitions mean there's always something new...
What began as a modest concrete fish pond in H.G. (Ben) Hartman's backyard is now revered as a folk art masterpiece. More than 250,000 individual stones weave together history, religion, and Depression-era pop culture across a full residential...
Nearly 1.5 million people a year find their way to Young's Jersey Dairy — and once you taste the ice cream, you'll understand why. Play a round of "Udders & Putters" mini-golf, hit the batting cages, visit the petting zoo, hop on the carousel...
Built in 1890 and extending an entire city block, the Heritage Center Museum occupies one of Springfield's most striking Richardsonian Romanesque buildings. Inside, the collection faithfully tells the story of America's Heartland and the historic...
At 122,000 square feet and 800+ booths, the Heart of Ohio Antique Center is the largest indoor antique mall in the United States — and it's climate-controlled, so you can take your time. Dealers span virtually every genre of collecting, from...
The Mad River runs clear enough to see the bottom — calm enough for beginners, with a few shallow rapids to keep things interesting. Mad River Adventures offers canoe and kayak rentals on one of Clark County's most scenic stretches of water....
One of only three Underground Railroad stops in Ohio owned by free Black Americans, the Gammon House is one of Springfield's most powerful historic sites. Built in the 1850s by George and Sarah Gammon, the home features secret passages to the...
Ten minutes from downtown Springfield, Mad River Gorge & Nature Preserve packs 91 acres of serious outdoor adventure into a surprisingly accessible spot. Hike an old railroad trail through stream-side forest, watch for birds and wildflowers,...
MMother Stewart's Brewing is a family-owned production brewery in downtown Springfield, with a large tap room and spectacular outdoor beer garden. Food trucks and live entertainment are a regular part of the offering. The tap room is open...
The village of Yellow Springs - located just 10 minutes south of Springfield - offers an eclectic mix of boutique shopping, art galleries, coffee houses and dining options. Among our favorites are the Winds Cafe, Ye Olde Trail Tavern and Sunrise...
Thanks to the removal of low-head dams and some significant in-stream improvements, Springfield's Buck Creek is now whitewater country. The ECO Sports Corridor features four recreational whitewater kayaking areas including a large-scale “park...
The largest aviation museum in the world is just 25 minutes from downtown Springfield. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force spans 10 acres of exhibits, 300+ aircraft, and a full IMAX Theatre — from the Wright Brothers to spacecraft, all...
One of America's most beautiful campuses is right in Springfield's backyard. Wittenberg University's 114-acre grounds — steeped in 19th-century architecture — make for a wonderful afternoon stroll, and the campus disc golf course is a genuine...
Springfield connects to over 330 miles of statewide trail through the Simon Kenton Trail, Buck Creek Trail, and Little Miami Scenic Trail. Ride out to Young's Jersey Dairy for world-famous ice cream, or pedal on to Yellow Springs for boutique...
Billed as America's Most Colorful Caverns, Ohio Caverns draws guests from around the world to see formations found nowhere else. The temperature holds at a steady 54 degrees year-round, making it a perfect escape any season. Explore the 35-acre...
The coolest place for family fun in Springfield! Chiller's regulation ice surface offers public ice skating, skating and hockey classes, youth and college hockey and special events.
Springfield's 'Central Park' sits just blocks from downtown — 226 acres established in 1895 as a gift from local philanthropists John and David Snyder. Stroll the Gardens & Arboretum, maintained by local Master Gardeners, challenge a friend...
Since 1944, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra has been the heartbeat of the city's arts scene. Performing at the stunning 1,500-seat Kuss Auditorium at Clark State, the SSO brings 72 professional musicians and internationally renowned guest...
Buck Creek Nature Park is located directly behind Carleton Davidson Stadium at 1101 Mitchell Blvd. The Park is adjacent to Buck Creek and includes wildflower gardens and multiple active play areas for children.
Champion City Guide + Supply is your first stop in Springfield — literally. The official visitors center and heritage retail shop sits in the heart of downtown, stocked with hand-screened tees, locally made candles, home goods, and everything you...
Cyclotherapy rents adult fitness bikes in a range of sizes, as well as kids' bikes and kid and dog trailers. Each bike comes equipped with every non-personal item someone would need to enjoy a day on the paths including a cargo rack, bag for...
Duo Home, owned Vicki Rulli and Tom Heaphey, is a lifestyle store that sells furniture, decor and gift items. Springfield shoppers can find linen sets, upholstered furniture, benches and even rugs from Turkey, India and Morocco at the new...
Firefly Boutique brings upscale women's clothing and jewelry to the North Fountain Avenue shopping district — the heart of Springfield's most walkable retail block. Browse in-store or visit fireflyboutiqueoh.com before you go.
Registered as a National Natural Landmark in 1968, Clifton Gorge is one of Ohio's most spectacular natural sites. The preserve encompasses a 2-mile stretch of the Little Miami State and National Scenic River, flanked by dramatic dolomite and...
The Ohio to Erie Trail is a primarily off-street recreational trail from the Ohio River to Lake Erie. It spans the state of Ohio from Cincinnati to Cleveland for the most part following lands formerly occupied by railroads and canals. The...
South Fountain blends mid-sized vernacular houses with high-style Victorian mansions, forming one of Springfield's most walkable and architecturally rich neighborhoods. Just south of downtown, the district's tree-lined streets were once home to...
Built in 1839 along the Historic National Road, the Pennsylvania House Tavern & Inn was a vital stopover for pioneers and livestock drovers heading west. Today the beautifully restored 24-room inn houses one of the country's most extensive...
The Champions Center – located within the Clark County Fairgrounds – is the Midwest’s premier equine and expo center. The center plays host to regional and national equine shows, specialty breed dog shows and other special events. Check their...
In 1929, Hugh Taylor Birch donated a wooded glen to Antioch College in Yellow Springs in memory of his daughter, Helen — and that gift grew into one of Ohio's most beloved natural preserves. Glen Helen now spans 1,000 acres, threaded by 25 miles...
In 1780, the Revolutionary War Battle of Peckuwe was fought on the ground where George Rogers Clark Park now stands. The Davidson Interpretive Center brings that history to life through free interpretive displays and educational programs — a...
Springfield's Splash Zone Waterpark is family fun for everyone including: Over 400 feet of water slides, a 280-foot lazy river, water vortex, sprayground, 25-yard competition pool, 2 one-meter diving boards, zero-depth beach entry, and Ohio's...
Ferncliff Cemetery & Arboretum is 240 acres of peaceful reflection — a place where Springfield's history, nature, and community intersect. Walk among over 50 labeled tree species in the arboretum, follow the winding paths through the grounds...
Cedar Bog Nature Preserve was the first nature preserve in Ohio purchased with state money and is considered by many to be Ohio’s premiere natural area. More than forty endangered, threatened, and rare plants and animals can be found at Cedar Bog...
The Mad River is Ohio's oldest trout stream — stocked annually with brown trout and producing good hatches of mayflies and caddis flies through spring, summer, and fall. The stretch from Urbana to West Liberty along Route 68 is the sweet spot for...
The Crabill Homestead is located in Buck Creek State Park and is accessible by way of a private road accessed from Overlook Drive. The Crabill House dates to 1821 and is a three-bay, Federal-style house. The property hosts a number of annual...
Known as one of the finest private clubs in the region, the Springfield Country Club offers a wide variety of events and programs for men, women, juniors, couples and families. The Club features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by the...
Springfield's own College Prospect League team plays wood-bat baseball at Carleton Davidson Stadium all summer long. The competition is serious — these are the players scouts are watching — and you might be sitting in the stands when a future...
Springfield offers countless miles of picturesque biking and hiking trails. Ride the Little Miami Scenic Trail to nearby Young's Jersey Dairy to enjoy their world-famous ice cream, and then continue on to charming Yellow Springs for boutique...
Spend an afternoon roaming 145 rich acres of high quality wetlands and woodlands. The wetlands is a refuge for wildlife and features many thriving species of Ohio waterfowl, including the great blue heron. Trails provide paths through the...
Windy Knoll Golf Club is a public links-style course that brings a classic open-land feel to the Springfield golf scene. Established in 2001, it's one of the area's newer tracks — and one of the most walkable. Visit the website above to book a...
Designed by Jodi Kinney, National Golf Links is a family-owned 18-hole championship course offering a quality round at a welcoming pace. One of Springfield's most accessible public courses, NGL has been a local favorite since opening in 1995.
The Clark County Fairgrounds — right off I-70 — is home to some of Springfield's biggest events. The world-renowned Springfield Antique Extravaganza draws 20,000+ shoppers from all 50 states three times a year, the Swap Meet & Auto Show...
Located in Yellow Springs, the Little Art Theatre is one of the country's oldest independent cinemas. The Little Art showcases contemporary and classic films in full digital quality while offering beer, wine and other refreshments.
This historic Opera House, located within South Charleston’s Renaissance Revival-style Town Hall, was built in 1879 and returned to active use in 1984. Known for its phenomenal natural acoustics, it has hosted countless musicians, singers and...
Reid Park Golf Course offers 36 holes of public golf at the Reid Memorial Golf Complex — one of the best values in the Springfield area. The dual-course layout gives players room to grow, from a welcoming front nine to a more demanding back....
Built by wealthy mill owner Daniel Hertzler in the 1850s, this Pennsylvania Bank-style house in George Rogers Clark Park is furnished exactly as it would have appeared before the Civil War. Tour the period rooms on Sundays 1–3 pm from June...
Sunflower Yoga is an all-inclusive space in the heart of downtown Springfield offering a wide range of instruction including yoga, Pilates and maybe even a little Zumba!
We will offer workshops, guided meditation and wellness classes and...
This meandering historic road features sweeping vistas, the sites of pioneer town New Boston, the Daniel Hertzler House and the Estel Wenrick Wetlands Park. Begins near the Ohio Masonic Home at US Route 40 in Springfield.
The “Made-in-Springfield” Museum is in a 190 year old building that was built as the Home of Jeremiah & Ann Aston Warder in 1835. It was for many years the Home of “RECO Sporting Goods” but, after a $250,000 reclamation project, it has been...
Rocky Lakes Golf Course in Springfield is like playing two courses in one — an open, welcoming front nine followed by a more demanding par-36 back nine with mature trees and water hazards. This public course suits all skill levels and is one of...
Situated in southern Clark County, Ivory Meadows is a barn wedding venue surrounded by idyllic vistas. Fields roll into treelines surrounding this chic setting ideal for “I dos” and their accompanying celebrations. This locale is about...
Take a step back in time to explore a Woodland Indian Village, tour the historic 1854 Hertzler House, fish in Hosterman Lake, hike nature trails or enjoy a family picnic at one of the four shelters in this 240-acre park located at 930 S. Tecumseh...
Search for multiple species of birds and wildflowers found in the Leadingham Prairie, or wade into the Mad River to catch a crawdad at this 165-acre nature preserve located at 3656 Spangler Road adjacent to the Estel Wenrick Wetlands. Nearly 2...
Locust Hills Golf Club offers 36 holes of public golf across two distinct courses — the Maple and the Locust — each suited to different skill levels and playing styles. Welcoming to beginners and a fair challenge for experienced players. Visit...
The most scenic state park in western Ohio, John Bryan's 752 acres are carved by the Little Miami River into a dramatic limestone gorge — part of which is designated a National Natural Landmark. With 60 campsites and neighboring Glen Helen and...
A great way to explore the scenic beauty and fascinating history of Springfield is to participate in a tour offered by the Westcott Center for Architecture + Design. The Summer Tour Series celebrates Springfield’s distinctive architecture and...
Ranked one of America's Best Flea Markets by CNN, Country Living, and Fodor's, the Springfield Antique Extravaganza is a world-class event drawing 20,000+ shoppers from all 50 states. Held each May and September at the Clark County Fairgrounds, 2...
The National Road Commons downtown park is home to Springfield's celebrated Madonna of the Trail. One of 12 such statues commissioned by the Daughters of the American Revolution along the National Old Trails Road — from Maryland to California —...
Anchored by Kroger, Roses and CVS. Moorefield Square and Northland Plaza Shopping Center are Springfield, Ohio's NW primary retail shopping district.
Serving as a main destination for local shoppers, the Park Shopping Center houses all the necessities including Kroger, Office Max, beauty salons, and banking. This shopping center provides convenient, one-stop shopping. With the nearby Target,...
The spacious 43,000-square- feet of equipment ensures plenty of equipment and room for anyone to get the training and workouts they need. Springfield Health and Fitness provides a positive atmosphere for not only professional athletes but also...
