Branson
About 4 hr by car from St. Louis
Live music theaters, the Silver Dollar City theme park and Table Rock Lake in the Ozarks.
Why locals go
The family show-town weekend.
Visiting St. Louis?
At 4 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in St. Louis for your flight home.
What to book
- Silver Dollar City
- A live music show on the Strip
- Table Rock Lake boat rental
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Lake resort stay
- Dinner show on the Showboat Branson Belle
With friends
- Silver Dollar City roller coasters
- Boat day on Table Rock Lake
When to go
Year-round, Christmas season.