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In Springfield, we fully understand the love you have for your pooch. He’s not only your pet but he is part of the family. Since he’s part of the family doesn’t he deserve to have an awesome time in Springfield too? Of course he does…and we have just what you need to give him that awesome time!
Now let check out the list of Fido Friendly Spots for your four-legged family member to visit!
(Reminder: All these dog friendly attractions & businesses require your pooch to be on a leash and cleaned up after)
Many of our sites are Fido Friendly, however on the grounds only. Even though he can’t go inside with his family, he will love experiencing the history of Abe Lincoln, a lover of all animals, as well as the history of Springfield.
Fido Friendly Sites:
Lincoln Home Neighborhood
Lincoln Tomb
Lincoln’s New Salem
Illinois State Capitol Complex
The Illinois State Fair Route 66 Experience
Something we know he will love to do with you is visit one of our wineries or breweries. You can enjoy a drink in a relaxing environment, while he enjoys all the attention he gets from everyone, because he’s just so cute! Or how about grabbing a bite to eat on one of our pet friendly patios.
Brew + Wine:
Anvil & Forge Brewery (+dining/Fido outdoor only)
Buzz Bomb Brewery (first floor only)
Engrained Brewing Company (+dining)
Hand of Fate Brewery
Hill Prairie Winery
Obed & Issacs Microbrewery (+dining)
Springfield Beer Company
West of Wise Winery
Outdoor Dining
Maldaners
Finley's Tap House
Corner Pub
Sweet Basil Café
Bunn Gourmet
Springfield Carriage Company
Aztca Mexican Grill
Burger Bar
Brickhouse Pub
Loukinen's on 4th
Brunchfield Café
Biscuits & Brunch
LaPiazza
Scoops du Jour
Brewski's Pub (Patio Only)
Check out the list below for a few other store options.
Wild Rose, Big R, Farm & Home & Lowe's
Springfield parks are all Fido Friendly of course, but we do have a couple just for him! Stuart Park Dog Run is 37 acres of freedom. Offering two completely fenced areas where dogs may be unleashed. A larger dog run and a smaller dog run. Each dog run includes a water source, dogiPot, and picnic shelter. For a complete list of amenities & rules, click here.
Also enjoy our recently opened, Centennial Dog Park with over 1 acre with separate play areas based on Fido's size. Park includes a challenging obstacle course, Fido friendly water fountains and waste stations as well as benches for mom's & dad's.
Lincoln Ghost Walk is a 90 min evening walking tour that brings you the history & mystery of Lincoln’s Springfield. Your pup is more than welcome to join, just make sure he remains on his leash.
Looking for a Fido Friendly hotel to stay in?? Click here for a full listing.