Springfield Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Excursions & day trips

Springfield Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

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$14.99
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 1 hour to 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore Lincoln Home National Historic Site
  • Dive into Lincoln's time at Dean House
  • Visit the iconic First Presbyterian Church
  • Learn about Lincoln's dynamic law career
  • Stand tall with the Lincoln Statue in Union Square
What to expect

Explore Springfield and learn about the life and times of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. With every step and turn in Springfield, immerse yourself in Lincoln's legacy, bearing witness to a nation shaped by the great leader's vision and resilience.

Strolling down E Capitol Ave, a quick detour leads you to the Dean House, showcasing life from Lincoln's era. The fabric of Lincoln's private life unfolds as you learn about his family moments before arriving at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site on E Adams St, a symbol of his political journey.

Navigating through S 5th St, hear the suspenseful saga of the Election of 1860. A brief pause at the Young Lincoln Mural adds an artistic touch to this tale. Soon after, Union Square Park awaits, with its majestic Lincoln Statue standing tall.

Your journey deepens at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum on N 7th St. Here, uncover Lincoln's critical role during the Civil War Onset, and understand the significance of The Emancipation Proclamation.

As E Adams St unfolds before you, dive into how the Civil War concluded. While walking down S 8th St, the tragic assassination of Lincoln and its aftermath grips your attention. The tour concludes with the poignant chapter titled "After Lincoln", a reflection on his enduring legacy.

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What's included
  • check Audio-guided tour
  • check Downloadable APP
  • check Digital guidebook
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
  • x_not_included Transportation
Where

Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center, 426 S 7th St, Springfield, IL 62701, USA

Meeting point:
The tour begins outside the Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • This is a self-guided tour available through an app; no guide will accompany you and transport is not provided. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map, all in one
  • After booking, you'll receive an email from the activity provider with instructions for setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
  • Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
  • Buy once, use for a year! The tour can be used repeatedly for 12 months from the date of purchase. Ideal for extended visits and return trips
  • The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
  • Works perfectly without Wi-Fi/data with offline maps
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Provider
ACTION TOUR GUIDE
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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