Things to do in Springfield
What should a visitor do in Springfield? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are May to September. In January, cold makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Springfield
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Connecticut State Community College 25 miles
- University of Massachusetts-Amherst 19 miles
- University of Connecticut 28 miles
- Amherst College 18 miles
- Central Connecticut State University 31 miles
- Springfield Technical Community College in Springfield
- University of Hartford 23 miles
- Holyoke Community College 6 miles
- Westfield State University 11 miles
- Eastern Connecticut State University 33 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Springfield actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Springfield?
Connecticut State Community College (place, 25 miles), University of Massachusetts-Amherst (place, 19 miles), Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (museum, 25 miles), University of Connecticut (place, 28 miles) and Amherst College (place, 18 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Springfield?
For comfortable weather, go in May to September, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Springfield: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
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