Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium

The Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, founded by Johnny Morris, bills itself as the world's largest immersive wildlife attraction. To its credit, Springfield's museum and aquarium complex include the Midwest's only sea turtle rehabilitation center, a full replica of President Theodore Roosevelt's North Dakota cabin, and the opportunity to dive into the shark and grouper tank while the fish are fed. The complex divides its collections into three categories: aquarium, wildlife, and special exhibits. The complex is named after Johnny Morris, the founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops and an American billionaire.

Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium is open daily beginning at 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. every day (closes at 7 p.m. Sunday). General admission tickets range in price from $40 to $25 for adults and $25 to $25 for children, with discounts for locals. Additional passes that combine family attractions or other nearby attractions for a reduced price are also available. Recent visitors to the museum and aquarium were impressed by the quality of the exhibits and recommended spending several hours there.

Address: 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, MO 65807