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Great stroll today at Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden. Kind of bummed that the Koi weren't out today. Still too cold, they're in a hole at the bottom of the lake hibernating. Such a beautiful place. The oldest attraction at the Springfield Botanical Gardens, the 7.5 acre, Mizumoto Japanese Stroll garden was created in 1985 and includes a large koi lake, moon bridge, meditation garden, tea house and traditional Japanese garden landscaping. #LIFEATEXPEDIA #AQUATROVE

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, a lovely green space in Springfield. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden
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Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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.

Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
Wilsons Creek National Battlefield showing a house and tranquil scenes

Wilsons Creek National Battlefield

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Visit the site of the second major battle of the Civil War, where more than 2,500 soldiers from both sides perished during a violent and bloody clash.

Wilsons Creek National Battlefield
Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Springfield Conservation Nature Center

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Trail of Tears Park

After visiting Trail of Tears Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Battlefield.

Trail of Tears Park

Trail of Tears National Historic Trail

You can take time to visit Trail of Tears National Historic Trail during your travels to Springfield. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Trail of Tears National Historic Trail

Best Lodging Options Near Missouri Institute of Natural Science

University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
3.5 out of 5
333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
2.5 out of 5
621 W Sunshine St, Springfield, MO
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield
Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield
3 out of 5
1303 E Kingsley St, Springfield, MO
Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield
Quality Inn & Suites
Quality Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
3930 S Overland Ave, Springfield, MO
Quality Inn & Suites
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Springfield - South - Battlefield
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Springfield - South - Battlefield
2.5 out of 5
2021 W Kingsley St, Springfield, MO
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Springfield - South - Battlefield
Sleep Inn Springfield South I60 near Medical District
Sleep Inn Springfield South I60 near Medical District
3 out of 5
233 E Camino Alto, Springfield, MO
Sleep Inn Springfield South I60 near Medical District
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Springfield Medical District by IHG
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Springfield Medical District by IHG
3 out of 5
310 E Monastery, Springfield, MO
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Springfield Medical District by IHG
The Bradford Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Bradford Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 out of 5
1260 E Independence St, Springfield, MO
The Bradford Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Homewood Suites by Hilton Springfield Medical District
Homewood Suites by Hilton Springfield Medical District
3 out of 5
4340 S National Ave, Springfield, MO
Homewood Suites by Hilton Springfield Medical District
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