History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri

Missouri, USA

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover gargoyles, a dungeon and POW cells on 1-hour tour of the Pythian Castle in Springfield, Missouri. Learn the history of the Knights of Pythias, and find out why ghost hunters and paranormal investigators flock to the imposing 1913 landmark. Follow the footsteps of glamorous movie stars and musicians, then hear the story of the castle’s wartime military takeover.

1-hour tour of Pythian Castle
Learn about local history
Visit a former military site
Hear about the castle's famous ghosts
Family friendly
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What's Included

Professional guide
Local taxes

Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1451 E Pythian St, Springfield, MO 65802, USA
Guest will check in at castle entrance.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Meet your guide at the Pythian Castle to experience an unusual part of Springfield, Missouri history. Start the tour with a 6-minute video presentation that introduces the Knights of Pythias and their ‘Pythian home of Missouri,’ then follow an experienced guide through the rest of the house.

Enjoy a tour that blends history with fun facts and entertainment as you make your way through the main floor lobby, ballroom and buffet rooms, and hear stories about the celebrities, orphans and military members who have used the castle through the years.

Descend into basement cells that housed prisoners of war during WWII, and find the gargoyles that still keep watch over the dungeon. Visit a second floor theater for stories about the castle history, then finish your tour in the tower room, the highest point on the castle grounds. Only the main floor of the castle is wheelchair accessible, and tours involve climbing stairs with resting points along the way.

Pythian Castle

1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Minimum number of 4 guests apply for tour to take place. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Adult pricing applies to all travelers 5 years and up

Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Tour involves stairs. Wheel chair accessible to first floor only.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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based on 40 reviews

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Pythian Castle

Edward_C, Jun 2025

You need to buy four tickets, so make sure you have four people. Big rooms so sometimes hard to hear the guide.

Vacation day in Springfield

Shelley_R, Oct 2024

Guide was very entertaining. The stories were interesting. We enjoyed and seeing the different rooms.

Great value; def recommend

John_G, Jul 2024

Worthwhile tour; good way to learn about some of the history of the building. Lots of walking, but went fine. Would def recommend.

Great castle hidden in city

Russell_P, Jun 2023

The location was surprising. The castle is beautiful. We learned a lot about the history of the castle. The gentleman (sorry I forgot his name) that guided us was amazing. He made it enjoyable for my 9 year old.

Excellent history tour of the Pythian Castle.

Jean_E, Jul 2022

Oh it was such an enjoyable afternoon to learn about the Pythian Castle. Our guide was great and we enjoyed learning about the history of this location.

The history of it...

Barbara_S, Mar 2022

The history of it The upkeep of the castle The multiple offers of tours, ghost tour, escape room, mystery dinner.

Excellent

j_perry7, Oct 2019

This was an excellent tour that takes you through almost all of the different parts of the castle. We were there near halloween time and they had several unique decorations. Very interesting place!