Springfield, Hampden County, MA

Places to go in Springfield

77 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Robinson State Park

Outdoors

Robinson State Park

Natural area with a river & multi-use trails, plus activities such as fishing, canoeing & swimming.

428 North St, Feeding Hills, MA 01030, USA

Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters

Local coffeehouse chain with a variety of brews & espresso drinks, plus breakfast bites & pastries.

60 Shaker Rd, East Longmeadow, MA 01028, USA

Shortstop Bar & Grill

Food & Drink

Shortstop Bar & Grill

Sports-fan hangout featuring a variety of pub grub & beers on tap, plus a patio with live music.

99 Springfield Rd, Westfield, MA 01085, USA

Skinner State Park

Outdoors

Skinner State Park

Home to the Summit House, a historic hotel, this park offers hiking trails with scenic river views.

10 Skinner State Park Rd, Hadley, MA 01035, USA

Smith College Museum of Art

Arts & Culture

Smith College Museum of Art

Distinguished permanent collection & special exhibitions over 4 floors of galleries, plus a cafe.

20 Elm St, Northampton, MA 01063, USA

Socialite Coffee Bar

Food & Drink

Socialite Coffee Bar

1516 Allen St, Springfield, MA 01118, USA

Springfield Armory National Historic Site

Arts & Culture

Springfield Armory National Historic Site

Historic buildings & large collection of military weapons displayed at Revolutionary War arsenal.

1 Armory St Suite 2, Springfield, MA 01105, USA

Springfield Museums

Arts & Culture

Springfield Museums

Leafy complex with a science museum, history museum & 2 art museums around a grassy quad.

21 Edwards St, Springfield, MA 01103, USA

Springfield Plaza

Shopping

Springfield Plaza

1329 Liberty St, Springfield, MA 01104, USA

Student Prince Cafe and The Fort

Nightlife

Student Prince Cafe and The Fort

Family-run spot, serving German food & beer since 1935, with a huge collection of steins in the bar.

8 Fort St, Springfield, MA 01103, USA

Symphony Hall

Arts & Culture

Symphony Hall

Historic Greek Revival performing arts venue hosting the Springfield Symphony Orchestra & more.

34 Court St, Springfield, MA 01103, USA

Tavern On the Hill

Food & Drink

Tavern On the Hill

Boasting valley vistas, outdoor seating & a fireplace, this warm spot serves refined American fare.

100 Mountain Rd, Easthampton, MA 01027, USA

Texas Roadhouse

Food & Drink

Texas Roadhouse

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

12 Mall Street, Springfield, MA 01128, USA

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum

Arts & Culture

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum

Visitor center honoring local writer Theodor Geisel, with rhyming games & life-sized characters.

21 Edwards St, Springfield, MA 01103, USA

The Big E

Arts & Culture

The Big E

Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Ave, West Springfield, MA 01089, USA

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

Arts & Culture

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

Vast picture book collection & visiting exhibits at museum founded by famed illustrator Eric Carle.

125 W Bay Rd, Amherst, MA 01002, USA

The Farmer's House Restaurant

Food & Drink

The Farmer's House Restaurant

600 Belmont Ave, Springfield, MA 01108, USA

The Iron Horse

Arts & Culture

The Iron Horse

18 Center St, Northampton, MA 01060, USA

The Longmeadow Shops

Shopping

The Longmeadow Shops

690 Bliss Rd, Longmeadow, MA 01106, USA

Theodore's Blues, Booze, and BBQ

Nightlife

Theodore's Blues, Booze, and BBQ

Funky BBQ joint with quirky decor hosting national & local blues acts on Friday & Saturday.

201 Worthington St, Springfield, MA 01103, USA

Three Sisters Sanctuary

Arts & Culture

Three Sisters Sanctuary

188 Cape St, Goshen, MA 01032, USA

Van Horn Park

Outdoors

Van Horn Park

Recreation space with a large pond & forests, plus baseball fields, tennis courts & a playground.

494 Armory St, Springfield, MA 01104, USA

Villa Napoletana

Food & Drink

Villa Napoletana

Long-running, unassuming Italian spot with traditional entrees, cocktails & a simple dining room.

664 N Main St, East Longmeadow, MA 01028, USA

Wahlburgers

Food & Drink

Wahlburgers

1028 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103, USA