Branson Expert Travel Guides

See what the experts are saying about Branson. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.

Introduction

by Wcities Travel Guides

The city of Branson was born in the early 1800s on a broad plain along the White River, just south of its confluence with Roark Creek. Buildings and roads eventually overtook the floodplain as the city grew westward up a gradually sloping rid... Continue reading »
History

by Wcities Travel Guides

There are no records, and only sparse evidence, of the first human occupation of the area surrounding Branson. Scholars theorize that the ancestors of the Osage Indians appeared in central Missouri sometime in the 14th century. These people w... Continue reading »
Where to stay

by Wcities Travel Guides

As Branson grew in popularity and became one of the top tourist destinations in the country, the small Ozark town was transformed from a lakeside community into a full-blown resort. Theaters and theme parks sprouted like feed corn in the near... Continue reading »
Eat drink

by Wcities Travel Guides

Branson's frontline industry is, of course, live entertainment, and the town boasts more theater seats than it does year-round residents. However, this little tourist haven may also be the biscuits-and-gravy and buffet capital of the free wor... Continue reading »
Entertainment

by Wcities Travel Guides

The foundation of Branson's billion-dollar economy is entertainment. This city of 5,000 or so residents greets more than 7,000,000 visitors annually—visitors who come in search of serenity on one of the area's three lakes, quality family time... Continue reading »
Tours

by Wcities Travel Guides

Although Branson's primary draw is the array of theaters and show palaces that line its streets, there are also sights to see here that can't be found in any theater. A number of tours are available to give you a glimpse of the Branson area f... Continue reading »
Getting there

by Wcities Travel Guides

Getting There: By Air: Branson is serviced by the Springfield/ Branson Regional Airport (+1 417 869 0300/ http://www.sgf-branson-airport.com). The airport offers service to Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Memphis,... Continue reading »
Fun facts

by Wcities Travel Guides

Branson State: Missouri Country: United States Branson by the Numbers: Population: 6050 Elevation: 722 feet Average Winter Temperature: 31 degrees F Average Summer Temperature: 78 degrees F Quick Facts: Electricity... Continue reading »
Introduction

by Frommers Travel Guides

With a population of slightly more than 6,000 and a quaint, historic downtown, Branson attracts more than seven million visitors a year, primarily retirees, families, and RVers drawn by the irresistible lure -- and improbable pairing -- of ou... Continue reading »
Planning a trip

by Frommers Travel Guides

Getting There & Getting Around The nearest airport is Springfield-Branson Regional Airport (tel. 417/869-0300; www.sgf-branson-airport.com) in Springfield, 43 miles to the north. You really need a car when visiting Branson, and all the maj... Continue reading »