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Places to see, things to do, and memories to make in and around my local 417 area.

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Some of my favorite places to visit in Missouri for food, attractions, and entertainment.
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Outdoor Activities/ Attraction's for the whole family. Some are free, or very cheap. Memories for your kids, grandkids, and yourself that can become your favorite places.

Some attractions I've been to that was fun for my whole family, and wholesome.

 
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Great food, amazing show, and it's fun to ride on a steamboat. I went for my honeymoon.
Showboat Branson Belle
 
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This water park has every kind of slide, rides, and it's perfect for the whole family.
White Water
 
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Want to go back to the 1800's well here they dress like that, make food like that, and so many activities I can't even begin to write down.
Silver Dollar City
 
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Want to be inside case look at crystal rocks then this is your place to go check out.
Fantastic Caverns
 
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I've been going here for 15 years, and even got married by the waterfall. It has trails, beautiful unique flowers, and great for the whole family.
Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
 
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Best Farmers market where I pick up amazing produce in Springfield, MO
Greater Springfield Farmers Market
 
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Breathtaking trail as you see beautiful mountains, trees, and great place for taking pictures.
Best hikes and trails in Willard - AllTrails
 
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Attention all parents in Springfield, MO kids need to play check out this playground.
Springfield Area Parks & Playgrounds
 
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senic waterfall cascading off a 163-ft wide ledge, plus creek pools, for swimming & fishing. Good Ole fashion fun for the whole family.
Grand Falls - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
 
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Looking to take your furbaby out somewhere they can be off the leash run, and play. This is the spot just for them.
Cruse Dog Park | Springfield-Greene County Park Board
 
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Want to go swimming, fishing, boating, jet sking, camping this place you can do it all. My dad caught a big mouth bass in 1986 that I now have on my wall that was 6lbs, 8 ounces. My uncles have went catfishing and they are up to 4ft. I have made tons...
Stockton State Park - Missouri State Parks

Some of the tastiest food/restaurants in 417 area

Some of my hands down favorite restaurants in Springfield, Mo that you must try.

 
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Best Lebanese food in Springfield Mo
That Lebanese Place
 
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This place is known as the of for throwing rolls at ya. It's very casual, country, big meal portions as they come around offering you more all southern style food.
Lambert's Café
 
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Best pizza and calzones in Willard, Mo
Pizano's Pizza and Sauce Lounge – We're here for great Food, Fun ...
 
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Best tasting steak I've ever ate in Springfield, MO
Jimm's Steakhouse & Pub
 
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Great food, entertainment as they cook it infront of you. Have you been here before?
Nakato Japanese Restaurant | Restaurants Springfield Mo
 
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Nice atmosphere, great food, and best martini's. This is more on the pricey side, but great for anniversary, special date night etc.
Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar
 
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This is a very chic Japanese resturant that serves amazing shushi rolls, creative cocktails, and it is a bi-level venue with mood lighting. Sushi is my favorite food to me they have the best sushi in the 417 area code. Have you ever been here? Commen...
Kai after Dark
 
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When i'm craving some Thai food this is my go to. I love their Pad See Ew and Red Curry it's very tasty. Have you been here? Comment below tell me your experience.
Thai Garden

My local 417 Favorite places/activities to do in Springfield, MO

My favorites in Springfield, Mo where I've made tons of memories at these places. I hope you will also.

 
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Love art stop by this place when in Springfield, Mo
Springfield Art Museum, MO - Official Website | Official Website
 
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Relax go have some different tasting beer and great hamburgers.
Springfield Brewing Company: Home
 
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I own a 70 mustang & 69 stingray corvette we go to this event ever year. Want to see some amazing cars? Have nice ole fashion entertainment for the whole family? This is the it place to go in August. People come from all over the country. They ha...
2024 Route 66 Car Show - Springfield, MO - Eventbrite
 
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Here they take you on a tour they show you how they make the wine, and my favorite part is they give you all different kinds of wine to taste. Be careful you might leave tipsy..
Branson Wineries
 
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This happens once a year they have the best ride, food, concerts, etc. Have you ever been? comment below tell me your experience.
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds

Booking for airfare/ hotels

This is the place I always book my hotel/ Airfare as I know they are going to be nice.

 
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I have been using this place for years for air fair, hotel, and rental cars. They also gave me special perks for using their services after so many bookings.
Priceline.com
 
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This is another place I use for airfair, hotels, and car rentals. I have used them many times as I always get what they show.
Expedia.com
 
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This place always when I have used it gave great pricing and nice rooms.
Hotels.com - Deals & Discounts for Hotel Reservations from Luxury Hotels to Budget Accommodations
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