Our Midwest Road trip ended with a five-night stay in Branson, MO. As soon as we pulled into town, we knew that this would not be a week of lounging around the campsite. For example, we were greeted by extravagant, brightly colored buildings, including an upside-down house, a building with a giant King Kong hanging from it, and one shaped like the Titanic with water spraying the front. I call Branson, the family-friendly version of Vegas, minus the gambling, because billboards for shows, amusement park type rides, and the cartoon-like buildings welcome visitors with an atmosphere of unlimited entertainment. In this post, I describe the attractions we visited during our trip plus list many more things to do in Branson Mo with kids.

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Things To Do With Kids in Branson MO – Five’r Pass

Our first attraction ticket was the Five’r Pass. It included five attractions at one great ticket price that provided a marvelous mix of the best Branson entertainment. Below is a list and descriptions of the five attractions included in the Five’r pass.

#1 Boardwalk Aquarium

Check out www.AquariumattheBoardwalk.com to learn more about this fun aquarium and purchase tickets. I hope that you will leave enchanted with a new appreciation for what we can do together to keep our oceans thriving.

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🐙 An impressive 55-foot-tall, 34-ton stainless steel sculpture of a Great Pacific Octopus greets you when you arrive at the Aquarium. It was designed to reflect its surroundings, mimicking how a real Great Pacific Octopus is able to camouflage itself in its environment.

🐟 More than 7,200 individual sea animals and 250 species make the aquarium their home.

🐠 A Trompe L’oeil (trick-of-eye) mural was created for the aquarium by world-renowned artist John Pugh. Check it out on the exterior wall of the Aquarium that faces Glory Road.

🦀 Inside the Aquarium’s Bloom Room, you’ll experience an immersive experience in which mirrors give the illusion that fish are swimming around you in every direction.

🦈 Original music for each of the worlds in the Aquarium was created by Emmy-nominated composer Jay Flood and makes each zone an even more unique experience!

🦑 Dozens of seahorses live at the Mermaid Palace. The aquarium has a much larger collection of seahorses than nearly all other aquariums!

#2 Shoot for the Stars Miniature Golf

Become a star at Shoot for the Stars Mini Golf. While putting through palm trees and paparazzi, you’ll take the 18 steps to becoming one of Hollywood’s elites. Everyone in our party got at least one hole in one! Do this in the morning or later evening to avoid midday heat.

#3 Hollywood Wax Museum

You can’t miss the Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center in Branson. Yes, it’s the building on Highway 76 being climbed by a giant Great Ape! If you want to get up close and personal with your favorite stars and pose for fun pics with them, the Hollywood Wax Museum is definitely the place for you. While there, you’ll also get the scoop on their pets, pet peeves, and accomplishments. Learn more about Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center at www.BransonWaxFun.com.

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#4 Castle of Chaos

Next, you’ll enter a virtual world and test your shooting skills while inside the Castle of Chaos, a 5D adventure. Shoot for highest score during the game. I can proudly say, that I ranked 2^nd place in my group!

#5 Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors

Finally, you’ll score big if you’re “The Chosen One” at Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors, where Princess Hannah of Savannah is awaiting rescue. You’ll need to find your way through 288 potential turns among hundreds of mirrored walls and archways and some areas where you see infinite reflections in every direction. Can you discover the princess hidden within Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors?

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– The Track Family Fun Parks

The Track Family Fun Parks in Branson is spread out over three locations. We received a wrist band for two hours of unlimited go-cart tracks, the Branson Ferris Wheel, and some arcade credits.

Below is a list of the attractions offered by The Track Family Fun Parks:

#6 Branson Ferris Wheel

This continuous rotating Ferris wheel provides great views of the city and has an interesting history, too. Read about its move from Chicago as you wait to board the ride.

#7 Go Kart Tracks

We had an absolute blast on the tracks and made it to two of the locations within our two hours of go-cart time. There are tracks for all levels and ages making it appropriate for the whole family. Our favorite was the Heavy Metal High Rise! Tip: Go early. We started our two hours about 6:00 on a Thursday night. The first hour we had very little wait time. As it got later, our waits got much longer. 🤑 Get Your Discounted Tickets Here. 🤑

#8 Arcade Games

We had so much fun at the arcade that we came back for more the next day! My favorite game was the huge Connect Four basketball game. It was perfect family friendly competition.

Other Track Family Fun Parks Things to do with Kids

#9 The Skyscraper

#10 Bumper Boats and Bumper Cars

#11 Little Kids Rides

#12 Batting Cages

#13 Laser Tag Games

#14 The Skycoaster

#15 Golf

#16 Wild Woody Mining Company

#17 Eats & Treats

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– The Titanic Museum

#18 Titanic Museum

I was excited about this one, but was afraid my kids would be bored. However, they enjoyed it as much as I did. My six-year-old boy ranks it as one of the best things we did that week!

When you first get in line you are given a “boarding pass.” On the pass there is the story of an actual passenger that was aboard the Titanic. As you go through the museum, you get to “walk in their shoes” and imagine what it might have been like to be aboard the ship. You are also given an audio player. The audio tour comes with your ticket at no extra cost. The museum provides both an adult recording and a children’s recording. My six-year-old had a blast looking for the numbers on the wall that indicated the next recording. The interactive pieces of the museum were the most fun for the kids.

Interactive Exhibits

🧊 Touch the iceberg and water to feel how cold it was

🛳 Stand on multiple angled ship decks to experience what it felt like to stand on the sinking ship at different times in the sinking process

💪🏽 Simulate shoveling coal in the furnace to feel how heavy and strenuous that job would have been

🥶 Stand on a dark, cold, eerie deck peering at the approaching iceberg

🐶 Go on a scavenger hunt to learn about the dogs aboard the ship

At the end of the museum, you will find out if the person on your boarding pass survived the ship wreck. If so, you get to learn about what he or she went on to do with the rest of their life. What an awesome history lesson this was for my children!

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Other Museums

#19 Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum

#20 World’s Largest Toy Museum ~ 🤑 Get Discounted Tickets Here. 🤑

#21 Ripley’s Believe It or Not

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Shows We Attended

#22 Dolly Parton’s Stampede

I was actually surprised at how much my family enjoyed this show. My kids danced in their seats and screamed with excitement as they cheered on our “team” and all of the performers. I was even more surprised at how delicious the food was. How they feed that many people that quickly and the food still be amazing is beyond me. I would love to see how that kitchen runs. Additionally, it was a ton of food per person. We had plenty of leftovers to feed us lunch the next day.

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#23 Hamner’s Unbelievable

This show was really fun to watch and kept my children entertained every minute of it. In addition to Hamner’s magic, the show had many other variety acts. For example, an award-winning vocalist, lasso champion, acrobats, and my favorite, a vocalist impersonator who imitated Elvis, Sammy Davis Jr., and several others all in the same song.

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Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Other Shows

#24 Reza – Edge of Illusion ~ 🤑 Get discounted tickets here. 🤑

#25 Shanghai Circus ~ 🤑 Get discounted tickets here. 🤑

#26 Haygoods ~ 🤑 Get discounted tickets here. 🤑

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Eats and Treats

Restaurants

#27 Mel’s Hard Luck Diner

There were only three things I remembered from my previous visit to the city as a kid and one was Mel’s Hard Luck Diner. I mean, who could forget being serenaded by their waiter? Yes, that’s right. The waiters and waitresses sing and they are extremely talented. While serving our unreasonably large dessert portions, our waiter picked up the mic and “karaoked” “Sugar, Sugar.” Honestly, I was not really impressed with our dinner and they were out of several side items. We did go closer to closing time. Maybe the food is better earlier in the day. However, the desserts were fabulous. Expect a long wait for a table.

#28 Guy Fieris

Due to the long wait time, I almost did not add this one to the list of things to do with kids in Branson, MO. Because everything is made from scratch, it took a while to get our food and my children got pretty restless. However, the food was a hit and ended up being worth the wait. Just consider bringing something to keep the kids entertained.

Frozen Treats

#29 Ice Cream

Sometimes it is the little things. We have a saying in our house that it is impossible to be sad while eating ice cream. I took the kids to Branson Landing in Historic Downtown Branson for a treat at Kilwins. My daughter got a cone and I sample their outstanding fudge.

#30 Snow Cones

Ice cream is a favorite in my family, but snow cones are a rare treat. My youngest chose a snow cone from the Snowie stand at Branson Landing over ice cream this time and only manage to drop a small portion of it on the ground.

#31 Frozen Yogurt Bar

We decided to wrap up our final night in town with one more sweet treat. This time we hit up Sweet Susie’s. The frozen yogurt was delicious, but pricey. Patrons fill their own cups and toppings. With the massive selection, it is easy to pile it on. When you get to the register you will be charged by the weight of your cup.

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Mountain Coaster

#32 Mountain Roller Coaster

We have done our far share of roller coasters, but never a mountain coaster! There are several in town. We rode the Runaway Mountain Coaster. You first take a five-minute ride up through the Ozark mountains, enjoying the beautiful scenery all the way. On your decent, you are in control of the cart’s speed. I shared a cart with my six-year-old and we took it pretty slowly. However, my nine-year-old was petal the metal all the way down the mountain.

Other Roller Coasters

#33 Silver Dollar City Theme Park

#34 Copperhead Mountain Coaster

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Water Parks

#35 Splash Country Water Park

#36 White Water

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Top of the Rock Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail

#37 Top of the Rock Caverns Tour

This is a 2 ½ mile golf cart ride around breathtaking rock formations, gorgeous waterfalls, and Table Rock Lake. At one point, the tour even routes through a cave! The scenery is gorgeous and our kids loved being able to ride in the golf cart. Of course, they both wanted to ride in the front with Daddy, so I had the entire backseat to myself. No complaints from me!

Other Cave Tours

#38 Marvel Cave

#39 Talking Rocks Cavern

Things to do with Kids in Branson MO– Accommodation Amenities

Research the amenities at the resorts or campgrounds you are considering. Many have free built-in entertainment for kids. We camped at the Branson KOA Holiday. On those hot afternoons when we just did not have it in us to run around town, the pool with its tall waterslide kept the kiddos occupied. I also enjoyed the adult’s only hot tub!

Branson KOA Holiday Amenities

#40 Pool with waterslide

#41 Multi-Purpose Pad (Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton)

#42 Playground

#43 Exercise Equipment

#44 Recreation Room with foosball, pool table, games, puzzles, and books

#45 Corn Hole

#46 Horseshoes

#47 Golf Cart Rentals

#48 Pontoon Boat Rentals

#49 Community Fire Ring

#50 Pancake Breakfast

Additional Ideas

#51 Butterfly Palace and Rainforest Adventure ~ 🤑 Click here for the lowest price guaranteed tickets 🤑.

#52 Dewy Short Visitor Center on Table Rock Lake

#53 Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery and Inspiration Tower

#54 Fritz’s Adventure

#55 Branson Scenic Railway

#56 Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area

#57 Branson’s Promised Land Zoo

#58 Big Foot Fun Park

#59 Wonder Works ~ 🤑 Get your discounted tickets here 🤑.

#60 Branson’s Wild World

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Car Rental

A car is truly needed to get around town easily. If you are flying in or driving a motor home, consider Discover Cars for booking a car rental for your trip.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Branson has plenty of entertainment to offer for kids. After all, of the 60 fun things to do with Kids in Branson that I have listed above, we were only able to do less than 20 of them! Having spent five-days in the city, we left the live entertainment capital of the world and only scratched the surface of the things to do with kids in Branson. Therefore, my entire family can not wait to go back. If you have experienced any of the above attractions, I am sure other readers would appreciate your reviews, tips, and advice. Please scroll to the bottom to share in the comments.

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