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Springfield, Illinois, United States
Springfield , Illinois, United States
About this tour
Follow Abraham Lincoln on a journey around the capital of Illinois. On this fun-filled Springfield scavenger hunt, explore the iconic landmarks, epic sculptures and cultural attractions.
How many Capitol's does one state need? How did theLincoln Home National Historic Site shape the future president? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Springfield, Illinois!
Some of what you'll see:Illinois State Museum, Union Square Park, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Rating:
(13)
Suitable for all ages
Duration: 1.5 hours
Length:2.35 miles
App guided walking tour
Popular landmarks
Wyndham Springfield City Centre
Search for the tallest and most unique skyscraper in Springfield, the Wyndham Springfield City Centre.
Dana-Thomas House
Find the Dana-Thomas House. Susan Dana was heiress to a fortune of silver in the Rocky Mountains. Widowed in 1900, she wanted to make a fresh start by completely remodelling her family home. It was then that she met a young architect named Frank Lloyd Wright. Frank was given free reign to start her house from scratch in what would become his "Prairie Style".
Illinois State Capitol
Look for the grand Illinois State Capitol. Illinois became a state in 1818 and 50 years later they were already constructing Capitol Building number 6! The current State Capitol has had a good 150 year run, and it's here to stay - they recently completed a $50 million renovation.
What is a Springfield scavenger hunt?
A guided tour on your own time
There's never been an easier and more fun way to get to know Springfield. Install our app, get your tickets, head to the starting point and get ready to have a blast!
The world is your playground
With scavenger hunts in over 3,000 cities worldwide, the Let’s Roam app is your passport to discovery, delivering excitement and connection in Springfield and around the globe.
Built for tourists and locals alike
Each hunt is meticulously crafted to surprise and delight, whether you're looking to uncover the secrets of Springfield for the first time or rediscover the charms of your own backyard.
Capture memories that last
Access photos and videos from your Springfield adventures at any time. Relive the thrills and share your stories, keeping the spirit of the hunt alive long after the day is done.
Easy turn-by-turn directions
Our all-in-one experience includes built-in navigation with precise turn-by-turn directions so you always know how to reach your next destination.
Themes for every occasion
Whether you’re looking for romantic bliss or family fun, our specialized themes transform ordinary outings into extraordinary stories at the push of a button.
A guided tour on your own time
There's never been an easier and more fun way to get to know Springfield. Install our app, get your tickets, head to the starting point and get ready to have a blast!
The world is your playground
With scavenger hunts in over 3,000 cities worldwide, the Let’s Roam app is your passport to discovery, delivering excitement and connection in Springfield and around the globe.
Built for tourists and locals alike
Each hunt is meticulously crafted to surprise and delight, whether you're looking to uncover the secrets of Springfield for the first time or rediscover the charms of your own backyard.
Capture memories that last
Access photos and videos from your Springfield adventures at any time. Relive the thrills and share your stories, keeping the spirit of the hunt alive long after the day is done.
Easy turn-by-turn directions
Our all-in-one experience includes built-in navigation with precise turn-by-turn directions so you always know how to reach your next destination.
Themes for every occasion
Whether you’re looking for romantic bliss or family fun, our specialized themes transform ordinary outings into extraordinary stories at the push of a button.
How does it work?
Gather your friends
Each app-led outdoor scavenger hunt can be completed solo, but they’re better with a group. Grab your closest friends, download our free iOS/Android app, and head to the starting location.
Complete trivia and challenges
Search plaques, statues, and art to solve riddles that can only be answered on location in Springfield. Our hilarious photo challenges will help you capture the memories as you explore.
Share your adventure
Post your favorite photos and stories on social media, relive the funniest and most memorable moments, and inspire others with your unique journey.
How it works Team building options
Trivia, photo challenges, and more
It doesn’t matter if you’ve lived in Springfield for decades or if you’re experiencing the area for the first time, each Let’s Roam scavenger hunt tasks you to get up close and personal with locations around the globe. You’ll uncover hidden facts in plaques, complete hilarious photo challenges, and more!
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Can your team claim a spot on our Springfield leaderboard?
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Max Power
2450 PTS
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For the Lolz
2347 PTS
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1st not Last
2097 PTS
See what other Springfield explorers have to say
Don't just take our word for it! See what our satisfied adventurers have to say about this experience.
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
FAQs.
What is on the Land of Lincoln scavenger hunt
There's so much to see in Land of Lincoln we've scavenged up some of our favorite places Additional info about the scavenger hunt can be found here.
Can the Land of Lincoln scavenger hunt be used for team building?
Absolutely! Doing the Land of Lincoln team building scavenger hunt with your team is a great way to get outdoors, learn about each other, and explore. Team Builders can be customized with a new starting or ending locations, custom questions about your team, and can even include your logo. Click here for more info on how to start your Springfield team building adventure.
How do I start/buy the Springfield scavenger hunt?
You can buy tickets from our store! Tickets can be used for the Springfield scavenger hunt or any of our 600+ city scavenger hunts around the world. Once you have your tickets all you have to do is select the city you want to explore, pick your activity, download the Let's Roam app, and you're ready to go! You can also use Foxcoins to purchase your tickets. Exclusively available in the Let's Roam app, Foxcoins are the Let's Roam currency.
Would this be fun for a date?
Yes! Work with your date to solve clues and learn about each other along the way. Our activities lead you through some of the most scenic parts of a city, past enticing pubs, restaurants, and coffee shops. You can add a bit more of romantic spice to your hunt with our date night theme. Going on a double date? Triple date? No problem! At check out, select the date night theme.
How many tickets do I need?
Each person with a ticket will receive photo challenges, trivia, and other activities for everyone to do together. We recommend purchasing for everyone on your team, including children over 5, so everyone can have an interactive role. If someone does not have their own device, you can have up to 4 characters on a single device. Our app will let you know when to pass the device to a particular character when it's their turn!
Can I bring the kids?
Yes! Each activity is different, but we highly recommend our scavenger hunts for children. Within the hunt there is a "Youngster" character designed specifically for kids to have a great time. If a child does not have his or her own device, each device on the hunt can have up to 4 roles on it. When it is their turn you can pass it to them, so they can do their activity. We recommend getting tickets for anyone over the age of 6.
