Tom Watkins
Springfield
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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.
The Library Station
After visiting The Library Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Springfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Things to do

Cave Tour and Dino Trail on a Crystal Cave Adventure

Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

Springfield Crystal Cave Silver Adventure Tour and Dino Trail
Tom Watkins Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield Airport Plaza
Clean room, staff was nice, parking lot decent size, breakfast the last visit was above average then most , this visit we had to leave earlier because it being weekend it started later. Was disappointed we couldn’t grab a drink for the road bar side they were setting up so I felt a bit cheated but ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026

ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Springfield Airport PLZ
Easy check in process, clean room, quick and easy stay for us. No complaints
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

THE GAMER’S OASIS! Bring friends and family together for retro/modern gaming!
Pulling into the neighborhood, we immediately had concerns. Unfortunately, those concerns were confirmed as soon as we entered. This property looked nothing like the listing photos or prior reviews.Cleanliness was a serious issue. The half bath had clearly not been cleaned, the floors throughout ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Game Room & King Suite! & More
House was very clean and homy, hot tub could have been a little cleaner, and some outside seating by the grill and hot tub would have been even better. But the stay itself was amazing thank you.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
It was all great
Reviewed on May 1, 2026

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
The bed was comfortable but the room is very dated. The bathtub had soap scum build up which should have easily been cleaned off. In addition, I was over charged based on what I booked the room for and the receptionist said” this is what it is, I don’t know what to tell you”, even though I had the ...
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tom Watkins

Doling
Doling might not have many top sights, but Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center and Dickerson Park Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Midtown
Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Springfield Cardinals and Pythian Castle.

West Central
When in West Central, you can plan a visit to 1984 Arcade and Landers Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like 1984 Arcade and JQH Arena.

Fassnight
While there might not be top attractions in Fassnight, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.

Walnut Street
While there might not be top attractions in Walnut Street, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hammons Field and Springfield Cardinals.
