Shopping

From one-of-a-kind antiques and gifts to the latest in fashion trends, Springfield offers something for everyone. That special treasure you’ve been searching for is just waiting for you in one of the hundreds of shops and stores scattered throughout the city.

CAPITAL CITY SHOPPING CENTER
With Shopko as its anchor store, Capital City offers several shopping and dining opportunities, as well as an 8-screen cinemaplex.
(3095 S. Dirksen Pkwy.)

THE GABLES
This upscale shopping plaza includes fine apparel stores for men and women, several restaurants and beauty spas, as well as home decorating.
(2800 Plaza Dr.)

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
One of the most popular areas for visitors is Historic Downtown Springfield. Throughout the district, you’ll find a wide variety of intriguing specialty shops with everything from authentic Abraham Lincoln sculptures to hard-to-find collectibles.

PARKWAY POINTE
Anchored by Target Greatland and WalMart, this shopping area offers a variety of specialty shops, restaurants and movie theaters.
(Freedom Dr. and Veterans Pkwy.)

PRAIRIE CROSSING
Shopping for a new car? This is the newest in automall shopping. And while you’re there, check out the new Meijer’s Superstore.
(Veterans Pkwy. and Prairie Crossing Dr.)

SANGAMON CENTER NORTH
Located near the Illinois State Fairgrounds on the city’s north side, Sangamon Center has several small shops and restaurants ranging from a bookstore to an authentic 1950’s diner.
(1911 Sangamon Ave.)

SIMON WHITE OAKS MALL
Central Illinois’ largest enclosed retail shopping facility with over 115 stores, including Bergner’s, Famous Barr and Sears as well as specialty shops like Abercrombie & Fitch, Eddie Bauer, and The Gap. In addition, you’ll find lots of great restaurants and movie theaters. White Oaks Mall anchors Springfield’s largest shopping area on the city’s west side.
(Veterans Pkwy. & Wabash Ave.)

SOUTHWEST PLAZA
Bordered by Best Buy on one end and Barnes & Noble on the other, Southwest Plaza also offers a variety of discount shopping opportunities.
(Wabash & Veterans Pkwy.)

TOWN & COUNTRY SHOPPING CENTER
From discount apparel at Burlington Coat Factory to a unique art gallery shop, Town & Country offers you several shops and restaurants to choose from.
(2403 S. MacArthur Ave.)

WHITE OAKS WEST
Directly across from White Oaks Mall, this strip mall brings you several restaurants and discount shopping opportunities.
(Iles Ave. & Veterans Pkwy.)