Coming to Branson with a toddler and looking for fun things to do? We’ve done just about everything there is to do and have found the best of the best! Here are our top tips on what to do in Branson with kids!

  • Branson Landing Fountain Show :: The Branson Landing Fountain show takes place every hour on the hour from noon to 9 PM  or 10 PM (varies on day of the week). The show is entertaining and there is plenty of room for your toddler(s) to run around!
  • Butterfly Palace :: Discover the rainforest and explore the butterfly exhibit in the Botanical Garden, which is home to over 10,000 tropical butterflies.
  • Dinosaur Museum ::  If your toddler loves dinosaurs, you don’t want to miss the Branson Dinosaur Museum! The offers educational and interactive experiences!
  • Dogwood Canyon :: The entire family will love exploring Dogwood Canyon! It is the ultimate family destination and is made up of 10,000 acres of beautiful scenery, trails, waterfalls and more!
  • Dolly Parton’s Stampede :: If your toddler is 3 or older, they will likely enjoy watching the horses, energetic music and the chance to interact with the show! And the show includes dinner- and you don’t have to worry about them making a mess!
  • Enjoy your vacation home :: Many of our Rent Branson homes have private hot tubs, game tables, access to pools, access to the lake, and plenty of space for the family to congregate! There are so many reasons why you should rent a vacation home rather than a hotel room.
  • Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail Cart Tour :: Located in Big Cedar’s Top of the Rock, this golf cart tour winds through the rolling hills of the Ozarks. Kids will love driving over the bridges, splashing through the water, and exploring through the caves!
  • Promised Land Zoo :: The Promised Land Zoo caters to family who want to see, touch and learn about animals!
  • Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery :: If your toddler loves fish, you should visit the fish hatchery! There are literally thousands of trout and it offers a few learning experiences! There are also some incredible hiking trails in the area along Lake Taneycomo! (We take our 6 month old in a baby carrier and our 3 year old walks with us)
  • Silver Dollar City :: This theme park has something for everyone in the family. From interactive play zones and kids shows that are designed for little ones to big kid and little kid rides! And you will find snacks for the whole family too!
  • Table Rock Lake :: Enjoy the lake! You can rent a boat, go kayaking/paddleboarding, go fishing, swim/float in the water and so much more!

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