West Central, MO
Springfield
Visit West Central
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.
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.
Missouri State University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Missouri State University, during your travels in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea life at Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
West Central Hotel Deals
Lovely & Spacious Downtown 2 Bedroom
The value was great for the proximity to all the entertainment nearby.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Sleek & Stylish Retreat! Bass Pro, MSU, Downtown!
Instructions were clear and easy to understand
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Upscale Loft in the Heart of Dtwn Springfield
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
Was a great place to stay
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
Room was nice
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hotel Vandivort
Great staff made for an easy and enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around West Central
Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abou Ben Adhem Shrine 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.
Grant Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grant Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Abou Ben Adhem Shrine and Springfield Cardinals.
Phelps
When in Phelps, you can plan a visit to JQH Arena and Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
University Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
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.
