Tom Watkins Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Tom Watkins
Popular places to visit
Fantastic Caverns
Look for bats hanging from stalactites as you pass through the cool caverns of this underground cave on a jeep-drawn tram.
Hammons Field
Catch an event at Hammons Field during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Pythian Castle
Tour this striking 1913 structure to see dungeons that once housed prisoners of war and to find out about its ghostly associations.
Springfield Conservation Nature Center
Enjoy a stop at Springfield Conservation Nature Center, an entertaining place to visit in Springfield. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
Explore the great outdoors at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
The Library Station
The Library Station is just one of the places to see in Springfield, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Activities
Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Our pick of the best Tom Watkins Hotel Deals
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield Airport/Rte 66
"This was the second time I have stayed here to catch an early flight the next morning. Very clean, very friendly, helpful staff, free breakfast and free shuttle. Great value for the money. Can’t ask for more."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Springfield Airport PLZ
"The only thing that was unpleasant was the walls being so thin. I could hear the next rooms TV, conversations and even their cell phone vibrations as if they were in the same room with me. Everything else(staff, room,amenities etc) was wonderful"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
THE GAMER’S OASIS! Bring friends and family together for retro/modern gaming!
"We were in for one night, and the "game" theme was irrelevant to us- we just needed 3 bedrooms for adults. The house wasn't all dirty, but there were dirty spots. The dishwasher was full when we arrived (we didn't eat here, and didn't realize it until we were leaving), the coffee maker was dirty ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Game Room & King Suite! & More
"Great host, great home. I would definitely book this property again. Super responsive."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
"The staff are very friendly and helpful. The shower, beds and hot breakfast were wonderful."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
"Great hotel. I was a kid in Springfield and remember watching this place get built in the late 70s/early 80s. It's still very nice. Bit of a time capsule, but the important stuff is updated. Got to stay here with my family on a recent trip back to Springfield and everyone had a nice time. Staff is ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tom Watkins
Doling
Though Doling may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center and Dickerson Park Zoo.
West Central
Though West Central may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 1984 Arcade and Abou Ben Adhem Shrine.
Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abou Ben Adhem Shrine and 1984 Arcade.
Fassnight
When in Fassnight, you can plan a visit to Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Walnut Street
When in Walnut Street, you can plan a visit to Hammons Field and Springfield Cardinals, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Phelps
Phelps might not have many top sights, but JQH Arena and Springfield Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
