Springfield offers several options for school tour lunches. Many local restaurants are equipped to handle large groups with advance notice. Or, if you're looking for good areas to picnic, here are some of the options available.

• New Salem State Historic Site - picnic tables at park or restaurant
• Capitol Complex Visitors Center - Picnic tables located outside
• Presidential Museum - Cafe located indoors; see web site www.alplm.org
• Lincoln Souvenir & Gift Shop (near Lincoln's Tomb) - Picnic tables in rear
• Local Parks (no bus parking allowed in city parks, drop off & pick-up only)