Capital Airport is located three miles northwest of Springfield, state capital of Illinois. Visiting the region's most famous attractions is made much easier if you are hiring a car from Capital Airport.
The area hosts the annual Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair every third weekend in May, with both exhibitions and performance art plus music concerts. As a major part of the history of Abraham Lincoln, there are many museums and exhibits dedicated to the man's life and work. Springfield is also well-known for its food; some of the most popular items include the corn dog on a stick which is said to have been invented here, as well as the horseshoe sandwich.
Rent a car from Capital Airport and treat the kids to a day at Springfield's biggest amusement park called Knights Action Park and Caribbean Water Park. The park is open all year round and consists of a dry park, water park, go karts, mini golf and the fortress of fun which is an outdoor climbing gym.
History buffs will truly enjoy a visit to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum; which offers rare and fascinating insights into the former President of the United States. Hire a car from Capital Airport and open up the sights and sounds of Springfield.
