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Drivable Weekend Getaways from Springfield, Missouri

Play hooky and take Friday off. We've rounded up the best things to do over a long weekend in places like Memphis, Oklahoma City, Hot Springs and Omaha. Pack your bags and get the car ready—all of these destinations are within driving distance!
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52 Weekend Getaways

Quick trips and nearby destinations in southwest Missouri and beyond for every week of the year.

jan 2022 | Features, Quick Trips, Travel
Take a Trip to Butler, MO
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Take a Trip to Butler, MO

Butler, Missouri, offers rich history of the pioneers in Southwest Missouri with fun food and drink as well.

jan 2022 | Drinks, Food, Travel, Wine
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Take a Trip to Weston

Located 30 minutes north of Kansas City, Weston has all the charm and small-town fun your family needs for a memorable holiday weekend,...

dec 2021 | Travel
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Take a Trip to Hermann

Celebrate the season with a relaxing trip to Hermann where you can enjoy fun events, Missouri wine and a spa experience.

nov 2021 | Getaways, Travel, Wine

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