University Heights, MO
Springfield
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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.
Perry Tennis Center
Catch an event at Perry Tennis Center during your trip to Springfield.
University Heights Hotel Deals
Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge
"The staff are very friendly and helpful. The shower, beds and hot breakfast were wonderful."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center Springfield
"Great hotel. I was a kid in Springfield and remember watching this place get built in the late 70s/early 80s. It's still very nice. Bit of a time capsule, but the important stuff is updated. Got to stay here with my family on a recent trip back to Springfield and everyone had a nice time. Staff is ..."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 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 Jun 1, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Springfield South Hwy 65
"Very clean rooms, excellent staff (especially Shawn), AMAZING breakfast. All the usual continental breakfast items plus waffles, biscuits and gravy, eggs and sausage. Hotel could use a bit of updating (our toilet was quite noisy), but would definitely stay here again. Great value for money!"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Best Western Coach House
"Stayed multiple times and always great place."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield Airport/Rte 66
"This was the second time I have stayed here to catch an early flight the next morning. Very clean, very friendly, helpful staff, free breakfast and free shuttle. Great value for the money. Can’t ask for more."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around University Heights
Phelps
When in Phelps, you can plan a visit to JQH Arena and Springfield Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Seminole Holland
Seminole Holland might not have many top sights, but Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Delaware
While Delaware isn't home to many top sights, Springfield Art Museum and Enterprise Park Lanes are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Rountree
While Rountree might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like JQH Arena and Hammons Field.
Meador Park
While there might not be top attractions in Meador Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Battlefield Mall and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
