Walnut Street
Springfield
Visit Walnut Street
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.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
You can do some window-shopping 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
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Discovery Center of Springfield General Admission
Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Top hotels in Walnut Street
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
"This is a huge hotel that has a lot going for it, but go in with accurate expectations. It is really dated. Carpet is old, stained in places, and just tired looking. Wallpaper was ripped or scratched in a few places in our room. The bathroom had ceiling (sheetrock) paper that was cracked. Lighting ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven
"The Location was easily accessed, the late night staff were very accomodating. The history and decor were what truly made it a unique place to stay. Best Western banked on the relationship to one of America's most beloved highways and the history of travelers like The King who stayed there. I loved ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Walnut Street Inn
"Beautiful character and charm of old Springfield Missouri. Superb breakfast."
Reviewed on 29 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
Hotel Vandivort
"Everything was perfect. I stayed in the second building, which I thought was very nice. Big rooms with large windows. All the staff were very friendly. Food and drinks at the restaurant/ bar were outstanding! Did not get a chance to check out the rooftop bar, but hope to next time."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Springfield South Hwy 65
"A+++. Close to the major highway. Clean indoor pool!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Walnut Street
Rountree
Though Rountree may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like JQH Arena and Hammons Field.
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.
Phelps
Phelps might not have many top sights, but JQH Arena and Springfield Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Delaware
Delaware might not have many top sights, but Springfield Art Museum and Enterprise Park Lanes are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bingham
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bingham and surrounding area, you can visit Enterprise Park Lanes and Pythian Castle.
University Heights
While there might not be top attractions in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.