Springfield · Sangamon County, IL
Sports & Recreation in Springfield
Scout analyzed 57 Springfield places and surfaced the ones that actually fit sports & recreation.
Places analyzed
57
Matches
24
Typical spend
$35
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Scout-verified spots

Wellness
Spavia
Spavia is good for a relaxing solo treatment or as a part of a special occasion celebration. Plan for about 1.5 to 3 hours and a per-person cost typically ranging from $100 to $300 for services like massages or facials.

Wellness
Soak Nail Massage & Spa
Soak Nail Massage & Spa is a good spot for a relaxing solo pampering session or a casual girls' outing for manicures and pedicures. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and between $40-$100 per person.

Wellness
MassageLuXe
MassageLuXe is suitable for a solo wellness treat or a relaxing pre-dinner activity. Expect to spend about an hour and $80-$150 per person for a massage or spa service.

Wellness
Meraki Salon and Spa
Meraki Salon and Spa is suitable for a solo wellness visit, typically lasting 1.5 hours and costing between $50-$200 per person for hair or spa services. It is best to reserve an appointment.

Wellness
BJ Grand Salon & Spa
This is a good spot for a solo pampering session or to prepare for a special event, typically lasting 1.5-4 hours. Expect to spend $75-$250 per person depending on services, with easy parking available.

Wellness
BJ Grand Salon & Spa
This salon and spa is suitable for a pampering solo outing or a special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-4 hours and between $75-$250 per person for services like massages, facials, or hair treatments.

Family
Amazing Xscapes
Amazing Xscapes is suitable for a 1.5-hour indoor activity for families or groups, offering various challenges. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for an experience.

Food & Drink
Café Moxo
Café Moxo is suitable for a casual breakfast or lunch outing, or a coffee stop. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and $10-25 per person.

Outdoors
Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center
Spend 1-2 hours exploring trails and nature at this free garden and nature center. It's a good standalone outing or can be paired with other local outdoor attractions, costing nothing beyond transportation.

Downtown
Saputo's
Saputo's is a classic Italian spot for a dinner outing, offering pasta, pizza, and family-style meals. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

Outdoors
Sangchris Lake State Park
Sangchris Lake State Park offers a half-day or full-day outdoor escape with trails, fishing, and picnicking. It's a low-cost option for families or solo adventurers to enjoy nature.

Outdoors
Lincoln Park Pavilion
Lincoln Park Pavilion is a good spot for a relaxed outdoor stroll or picnic, especially with family. Expect to spend an hour or two enjoying the park, with minimal to no cost unless you pack a picnic or snacks.

Downtown
Long Nine Junction
Long Nine Junction is an American restaurant suitable for a casual meal. Expect to spend around an hour and $10-30 per person, making it a good stop for lunch or dinner.

Downtown
Custom Cup Coffee
This cafe is good for a quick stop to grab coffee and a light bite, perhaps before starting errands or a work session. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $5-$15 per person.

Food & Drink
Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill and Big Timber Bourbon Bar
This is a good spot for a casual meal of American comfort food in a relaxed, lodge-style setting. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and $15-35 per person for a main course and perhaps a drink, suitable for family or a simple outing.

Food & Drink
Joseph's Fine Cuisine
Joseph's Fine Cuisine is an indoor restaurant suitable for a dedicated dinner outing. Expect a two-hour meal with a per-person cost around $70-150.

Family
Knight's Action Park
Knight's Action Park is a full-day family outing for rides, water park fun, and mini-golf. Expect to spend 3-5 hours here and budget $20-50 per person for entry and some concessions.

Outdoors
Washington Park Botanical Garden
Washington Park Botanical Garden is a free outing suitable for a 1-2 hour relaxed stroll, offering both outdoor gardens and indoor conservatories. It pairs well with a picnic or a visit to other nearby park attractions.

Food & Drink
Indigo Restaurant
Indigo is a fine dining option suitable for special evenings or date nights, focusing on diverse culinary offerings. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

Downtown
Maldaner's Restaurant
Maldaner's Restaurant is a classic fine dining spot, good for a special evening meal with adults. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-100 per person.

Outdoors
Stuart Park
Stuart Park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity, such as a casual walk or playtime with kids, typically lasting about an hour. It pairs well with other local attractions for a low-cost day out.

Sports & Recreation
Skateland South
Skateland South is suitable for a 2-3 hour family outing or birthday party, costing around $10-25 per person for admission and skate rental. It can be paired with a casual meal afterward.

Family
BounceTag
BounceTag is an indoor amusement center suitable for family outings or birthday parties, typically lasting a couple of hours. Expect to spend $15-40 per person on activities and basic concessions.

Family
Malibu Jack's Springfield
Malibu Jack's is a good family destination for a few hours, offering activities like go-karts and bowling. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for an afternoon of fun.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 57 of the 57 analyzed Springfield places fit sports & recreation.
- 28% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 77% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Playful, Upscale, Educational.
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