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Planning Your Visit

Tour Overview

Step inside one of Illinois’ most storied addresses for a guided tour of the Illinois Governor's Mansion. Governor JB and First Lady MK Pritzker are proud to open the doors of the People’s House to you.

Your tour is led by a trained IDNR interpreter who brings deep knowledge and vivid storytelling to every room. All tours are guide-led.

Click either button above to learn more about each tour and complete your reservation.

Reservations are required for all visitors and are free of charge. All guest names must be provided at the time of booking. 

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early. An interpreter will greet you at the Jackson Street gate (north side of the Mansion, between 4th and 5th streets)

Tours must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.

For groups larger than 10, please contact us at igmtours@illinois.gov to arrange a time that works for your group.

Update or cancel reservations through Eventbrite. For questions, contact us at least 24 hours in advance: call 217- 782-6450 or email igmtours@illinois.gov.

Please note: Tours may be cancelled at any time, including up to the scheduled start time. No large bags or backpacks permitted. Small bags are allowed and subject to search. Photography and videotaping are not allowed. All visitors 18+ must present a government-issued photo I.D. or passport matching their ticket. Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. All guests pass through magnetometers upon entry. 

The Mansion is closed for state holidays and during official functions. 

 

ACCESSIBILITY

The Mansion is fully ADA Title II compliant. If your group requires special accommodations, contact the House Manager at 217-782-6450 or igmtours@illinois.gov at least one week before your visit.

PARKING

Free street parking is available on 4th & 5th streets. Meters are not active. Posted time limits are enforced by the city of Springfield.

Holiday Schedule

The Mansion is closed for tours on state holidays and during certain official functions. In 2026 the holidays the Mansion will be closed are:

Holiday
2026
New Year's Day Thursday, January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 19
Lincoln's Birthday Thursday, February 12
President's Day Monday, February 16
Memorial Day Monday, May 25
Juneteenth Friday, June 19
Independence Day Friday, July 3
Labor Day Monday, September 7
Indigenous People's Day Monday, October 12
General Election Day Tuesday, November 3
Veterans' Day Wednesday, November 11
Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday,
November 26 and 27
Christmas Friday, December 25

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