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WONDERING WHAT A TRIP TO SPRINGFIELD COULD LOOK LIKE? TAKE A PEEK AT THESE SAMPLE ITINERARIES FROM SOME OF OUR HOSTED TRAVEL INFLUENCERS AS A STARTING POINT.

Choosing a destination is one thing, planning your time while you visit is another. Greater Springfield is a location that can accommodate a variety of visitors and their interests.

If you’re a foodie, we have you covered. If you are looking for new outdoor adventure, you’re in the right place.

THE FOODIE WEEKEND

DAY 1:

BREAKFAST:

Coffee at Winans Chocolates + Coffee

Great selection of coffees and tea along with a variety of chocolates and other treats.

Le Torte Dolci - A European style bakery with American flair - amazing selection of pastries and other items.

LUNCH:

Speakeasy Ramen - Award winning menu with amazing ramen as well as a list of other tasty choices - a must try.

DINNER + DRINKS:

Stella Bleu - Located in the historic Bushnell Building, Stella Bleu Bistro offers a unique dining experience, in a freshly renovated space. Cocktails at the Market Bar - Great cocktails.

DAY 2:

BREAKFAST:

Clifton Mill - Amazing breakfast + amazing setting especially during the holidays.

LUNCH:

Sushi Hikari Moe - Fresh made sushi to order inside COhatch downtown.

DINNER + DRINKS: Winds Cafe (Yellow Springs) - Fine dining with amazing food and drink selection.

DAY 3:

BREAKFAST FOR THE ROAD:

Schuler’s Bakery - Springfield classic - the best doughnuts in town.

Based on an itinerary created for @pursuitofdelights pursuitofdelights.com

GIRL’S TRIP

EVENING 1:

DINNER + DRINKS:

Mother Stewart’s Brewery + Food Trucks Local brewery with taproom that hosts food trucks for the win-win.

DAY 2:

MORNING: Springfield Farmers Market (June-Sept) Stroll the farmers market for fresh food, flowers and other locally sourced goodies.

UnMundo Cafe - Great coffee, smoothies, and other breakfast items right next to the market.

AFTERNOON:

Antique hunting at Heart of Ohio & Springfield Antique Centers

EVENING: Sip & Dipity / Wine & Paint A Social Art-working studio for in person and online crafty paint parties!

DAY 3:

MORNING:

Coffee & Breakfast at Ironworks Waffle Cafe - Belgian waffles and espresso for a great start to the day.

Based on an itinerary created for @consistently_curious consistentlycurious.com

COHATCH THE MARKET

CHAMPION CITY GUIDE & SUPPLY

HERITAGE CENTER MUSEUM

FAMILY FUN

DAY 1:

EVENING:

Arrive to stay the night at Simon Kenton Inn in one of the tree houses.

Dinner at the Inn’s restaurant.

DAY 2:

MORNING:

Family bike trail ride on the Simon Kenton Trail from the Inn to Downtown.

Painted Pepper - Hit COhatch and go to Painted Pepper for the best breakfast burrito around.

AFTERNOON:

Public Art - Snap some family selfies at the multiple murals downtown.

Shop - Hit the shops on Fountain for some Springfield swap from Champion City Guide & Supply.

EVENING:

Young’s Jersey Dairy Visit the renowned Young’s Jersey Dairy to see their newly renovated facility and grab some dinner and ice cream. After dinner take in a game of mini-golf at Udders and Pudders.

DAY 3:

MORNING:

Heritage Center Museum After grabbing some breakfast, head downtown to walk through the Heritage Center Museum for some great local history with national implications.

Based on an itinerary created for @breakfastwithnick breakfastwithnick.com

OUTDOORS WEEKEND

DAY 1:

MORNING:

Mad River Adventures Kayak Trip Grab a bite for breakfast and head to Mad River Adventures for a leisurely kayak trip down the Mad River.

AFTERNOON:

Picnic at Buck Creek State Park - Grab a to go lunch from Mike & Rosy’s near Wittenberg University campus and head to Buck Creek State Park for an afternoon picnic. After you eat, play the disc golf course located on the grounds.

EVENING:

Mela Urban Bistro - Enjoy dinner and a few cocktails on the patio of Mela Urban Bistro.

DAY 2:

AFTERNOON:

Rock Climbing at Mad River Gorge - A newly cleared area of the Mad River Gorge provides a great location to practice your climbing skills.

EVENING:

Crust & Company - Hit COhatch for some Italian style pizza.

DAY 3:

MORNING:

Hike Clifton Gorge - Grab your hiking boots and hike the trails. This 268-acre preserve protects one of the most spectacular dolomite and limestone gorges in the state.

Based on an itinerary created for Traveling with Nina rootedinohio.com

ARTS FOCUS

DAY 1:

MORNING:

Hartman Rock Garden - Visit a folk art masterpiece created by Harry “Ben” Hartman from 1932 through 1944.

AFTERNOON:

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Westcott House Take a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s only Prairie Style house in Ohio designed for Burton and Orpha Westcott.

EVENING:

Hatch Artist Studios - Visit the First Friday of every month to enjoy incredibly fresh, talented and eclectic artists, along with live music and light refreshments.

DAY 2:

MORNING:

Summer Walking Tours - Grab a coffee and join a walking tour that examines the architecture, design, and history of the built environment in the Greater Springfield Region.

AFTERNOON:

Springfield Museum of Art - Springfield is home to the only Smithsonian Affiliate art museum in the state of Ohio.

EVENING:

Springfield Symphony Orchestra Take in a performance by 72 of the area’s finest professional musicians, as well as internationally renowned guest artists.

DAY 3:

MORNING:

Public Art - Snap some family selfies at the multiple murals downtown.

FIND YOUR UNWIND

HERE, YOU’LL FIND NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ANTIQUES, MUSEUMS & ARCHITECTURE, BEAUTIFULLY SCENIC PARKS & RECREATION, IMPORTANT AMERICAN HISTORICAL SITES, AND UNIQUE EVENTS AND PROGRAMMING.

Your time here can be summed up by four words. Eat, See, Do & Stay. This section shows a selected highlight for each. For the full list of things in Greater Springfield, scan the QR code below.