Things to do in Southwest Missouri

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Sight and Sound Theatres featuring heritage architecture, a park and outdoor art
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Wilsons Creek National Battlefield featuring interior views
Table Rock Dam
Silver Dollar City featuring a waterpark as well as a family

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Things to Do in Southwest Missouri with Kids

There's fun for all the family no matter where you go in Southwest Missouri. Here are a few family friendly experiences you can enjoy together that'll make your trip memorable:


 

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Branson Ferris Wheel featuring a garden and night scenes

Branson Theater District

4.5/5(2,906 area reviews)

A vast wheel with its own radio station and dazzling light show is a shining example of this area’s penchant for the theatrical.

Branson Theater District
Mount Pleasant Winery featuring interior views

Foggy River Woods

If you're spending some time in Foggy River Woods, Thousand Hills Golf Course and Castle Rock Resort and Water Park are top sights worth seeing.

Foggy River Woods
Branson Landing which includes signage and street scenes

Downtown Branson

4.5/5(317 area reviews)

With a light show next to a waterfront mall in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, this historic center is a scenic spot to learn about the region.

Downtown Branson
Table Rock Dam showing a lake or waterhole

Skyview

If you're spending some time in Skyview, Welk Resort Branson Theatre and Table Rock Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Skyview
Branson Theater District which includes signage

Gretna

If you're spending some time in Gretna, Aquarium at the Boardwalk and Ballparks of America are top sights worth seeing.

Gretna
At the Top of the Rock there are some incredible sights to be seen at the Lost Canyon Nature Trail.  You can either walk the trail or take a golf cart and stop along the way to take photos or take in the breathtaking scenery. 

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Big Cedars

5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Big Cedars, Top of the Rock Golf Course and Table Rock Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Big Cedars

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southwest Missouri on a rainy day?
Try out some of these appealing indoor activities and turn a rainy day into something memorable:


What should I not miss in Southwest Missouri?
Put these sights high on your must-see list to make the most of your trip:

  • Silver Dollar City
  • Titanic Museum
  • Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction

Are there cheap things to do in Southwest Missouri?
What can you do in Southwest Missouri for free?
Your time in Southwest Missouri won't cost an arm and a leg with free attractions like these to keep you entertained:

  • Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
  • Branson Landing
  • Table Rock Lake

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