8 days in Springfield Itinerary

Springfield is a city in western New England, and the seat of Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at The Clark Art Institute and Norman Rockwell Museum. Basketball Hall of Fame and Old Sturbridge Village will appeal to museum buffs. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Springfield: The Submarine Force Museum (in Groton), Honora Winery & Vineyard (in Jacksonville) and Mystic Seaport Museum (in Mystic). There's much more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, examine the collection at Bidwell House Museum, admire the masterpieces at MASS MoCA, and have fun and explore at The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum.

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In August in Springfield, expect temperatures between 82°F during the day and 57°F at night.