Utilizing the Plan Your Visit section of the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site web page allows for a comprehensive view of the park and can assist in the planning and allocation of time to be spent at the park.

The park offers a variety of activities for visitors. Careful examination of this section can furnish all the information needed to successfully plan and complete a visit to the park. By accessing the various headings listed under Plan Your Visit it is possible to retrieve directions to the park, park hours of operation, park fees and reservation requirements, things to do at the park, as well as information needed by the visitor prior to arriving at the park. This information includes getting around the park, park safety tips, park policies pertaining to pets and picnicking, and handicap accessibility.

A successful visit to the park begins with successful planning.