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Branson: Shows, Silver Dollar City and Table Rock Lake

Live shows every night, an 1880s theme park, and clear Ozark lakes for boating and fishing.

Best time
April to October. November and December bring Christmas shows and lights
Getting there
Branson Airport (BKG) is small; Springfield-Branson National (SGF) is about an hour north
Getting around
You'll want a car. Use the back roads to skip traffic on the 76 Strip
Stay
4–5 nights

Silver Dollar City

An 1880s-themed park with roller coasters, craft demonstrations and festivals through the year. Plan a full day, and buy tickets online ahead.

The shows

Branson has dozens of theaters along the 76 Strip, from music and comedy to magic and Christmas productions. Pick one or two a night and book ahead for the big names.

Table Rock Lake and the outdoors

  • Rent a pontoon or go to a swimming beach on Table Rock Lake
  • Hike at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park or ride the trams there
  • Fish for trout below Table Rock Dam on Lake Taneycomo
  • Walk Branson Landing on Lake Taneycomo for shops and the fountain show

Where to stay

These resorts are in very different spots. Pick the one that fits how you want to spend the trip.

Stay at Club Wyndham Branson at The Meadows

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