What Children Love to do in Branson
Silver Dollar City
(20 minutes away) price varies - see Branson Discounts for the best prices
(ages 3 and under are FREE all the time!)
The little ones will ask when you will go again! Don't miss the Tom and Huck's River Blast at Tom Sawyer's Landing or the carousel at the Grand Exposition area, as well as spinning teacups, flying elephants, train rides, and more. And pack an extra set of clothes for after a few hours at Geyser Gulch. For little legs, be sure to bring a stroller or rent one when you arrive. During Kids Fest, they have special shows just for them.
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White Water
(20 minutes away) price varies - see Branson Discounts for the best prices
(ages 3 and under are FREE all the time!)
This kid-friendly play structure is just their size with multi-lane slides for little tykes, interactive sprays, and shooting nozzles situated in a shallow pool of water. All of this, plus watch the activity inside the 6-foot wall aquarium that overlooks this. Of course, everyone loves the wave pool and lazy river!
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Moonshine Beach
(10 minutes away - map) $4 per car, per day
A sandy beach to build sandcastles, but wear your water shoes since the beach turns to fine rocks when you get to the water. Be sure to bring a cooler with drinks and snacks since there is none available there. They have an awesome playground for the kids when they tire of the water and sand, as well as clean and very nice bath and shower houses. There is also a large pavilion packed with picnic tables to get out of the sun. In addition, there is a boat launch and a courtesy dock nearby.
Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. May 15 to September 15
Mini Golf
(10 - 20 minutes away)
An all time favorite for our boys! Courses vary in theme and difficulty, but kids have fun at them all! We enjoy 3 different courses at The Tracks, Dinosaur Canyon, and Pirate's Cove, and the indoor golf for rainy days at Grand Country and the Family Fun Factory.
Ride the Ducks
(10 - 20 minutes away, 2 different locations) price varies
The tour is approximately 90 minutes long. It takes you on a tour of Branson, to one of the highest points in the area for an awesome view of Table Rock Lake, and then into the water for a swim. The drivers have fun with Branson lore and corny jokes and let the kids drive on the water. Everyone gets a "quacker" at the beginning of the rider, which the kids get the hang of immediately! An engaging tour for the kids, but 2 and 3 year olds may have a hard time trying to stay in their seat (no seatbelts or car seats). The windows are open, so it is very windy and can get chilly.
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AquaPlex
(20 minutes away)
With waterslides, pools, and more, this is a wonderful alternative to White Water, for a fraction of the cost!
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Bass Pro Shop
(45 minutes away in Springfield) FREE
See live ducks, a stuffed grizzly bear, and a huge aquarium or do some target practice, all with McDonald's on site! A great place for a rainy day.
Events and Map
The Track Go-Karts and Kids Kountry
(15 minutes away)
Five different tracks in the Branson area! Ride go-karts, play laser tag or mini-golf, have a blast with arcade games, soar with the Ozark Skycoaster, or get wet in the bumper boats. It's fun for the whole family!
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Branson Landing
(10 minutes away)
Street performers, including clowns, are a part of the Branson Landing experience during the summer. Kids also are fascinated by the fountain show that consists of water, fire, and lights choreographed to music. There is also a playground next to Joe's Crabshack when the kids have extra energy to use.
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Special Events
Playgrounds
(20 seconds to 20 minutes away)
Hop over to our neighborhood playground, or swing over to one of many Branson Parks, including the Skate Park. Also hike or wade in the creeks!
Map of Parks