With beautiful lakes, scenic mountain vistas and more than enough activities to keep busy families content, it’s easy to see why Branson, MO was recently named “one of the top family destinations in the country” by the Associated Press. With 100 + live shows, unique attractions and water sports galore, Branson offers a little something for everyone. Whether you’re six or sixty, we think you’ll find this Mid-South family-friendly city one worth visiting.
Favorite Family Attractions 
Walk into Silver Dollar City and take a step back in time. This 1880’s themed park has won multiple awards including the theme park industry’s Award of Excellence Worldwide and the Applause Award. Here you can watch craftsmen make their wares, enjoy the 30 plus rides, and take in one of the many popular shows and festivals. New this year is Tom and Huck’s RiverBlast, a ride the park deems to be America’s Biggest Water Battle.
For a completely different kind of ride, tour the Titanic 
museum. Navigate your way through twenty replicated
rooms filled with hundreds of artifacts from the infamous boat. View a collection of photos, touch an
iceberg and meet Molly and Carter whose dogs represented those that rode on Titanic's maiden voyage.
Another must is Branson's Ride the Ducks tour. Little ones will love this bus turned boat and Duck captains entertain all ages as they comment on the sites and history of the area.
Water Fun 
If it’s water you like, Branson is the place. With 3 pristine lakes (Table Rock, Taneycomo and Bull Shoals) you’ll have your pick of water sports. All three lakes offer excellent fishing, as well as canoeing, kayaking and marinas with motorboat rentals. Bull Shoals, with its crystal clear waters is excellent for swimming and diving.
For additional water fun, check out White Water, an outdoor water park offering the Raging River Rapids, the Tropical Twister and Surfquake, a 500,000-gallon wave pool. Those preferring a slower pace will delight in a cruise on the Branson Belle, a family-focused cruise boat offering dinner and a show. Outdoor adventurists can also try their hand at zip lining or exploring one of the areas many caverns.
Shows, Shows and More Shows
With over 100 live shows to choose from, Branson is truly the “Live Music 
Show
Capitol of the World.” And what’s great about these shows is the variety-choose from musical shows (jazz, country, pop, rock-n-roll, gospel and more) to comedy to magic and even Chinese acrobats in the New Shanghai Circus. Many shows appeal to a variety of ages, and are affordable, making them a winner for everyone in your family. Long time favorites include Jim Stafford who was recently named Branson’s Best Entertainer, Yakov Smirnoff, Noah the Musical and Liverpool Legends, a Beatles tribute show.
Extras
As if that weren’t enough, Branson also offers a quaint historic downtown village, shopping galore and a number of restaurant and lodging options.
Call Family Vacations today at 317-770-2211 and we’ll not only help arrange your lodging but also arrange for advance tickets to your favorite attractions, saving you both time and energy.
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