Maybe it’s the quality of entertainment. Maybe it’s the beautiful geographical location. Maybe it’s the down home cooking and the genuine friendly people. Maybe it’s the affordability. Maybe it’s the low crime rate. Maybe it’s the bluegrass. Whatever the reason, or reasons, millions of people choose to come to Branson, MO. They come to vacation, to fish or to live – and anyone who has been here can tell you, there is a lot to love about Branson!
Variety
First time visitors to Branson, MO, have been heard to remark over and over again “There’s a lot to do here!” And it’s true. There is a variety in here in Branson that you will find nowhere else in the United States. When travel guides or tourist centers tell you that there is something here for everyone, there truly IS something in Branson that EVERYONE will love. Music, movies, thrill rides, fishing, restaurants, horseback riding, shopping, haunted houses, museums, hiking, zoos and animal attractions, ziplines – Branson really DOES have it all! Silver Dollar City and White Water boast the title of some of the best theme parks in America. Branson Landing provides and shopping and dining experience you’d expect to find in big cities like New York, complete with a fiery fountain show. Trout fishing here is second to none. There are literally hundreds of world class live entertainment shows that line the strip. Local eateries and mom and pop stores give the town a very warm and homey feel, while still being big enough to have some fun. The variety in Branson is truly endless!
Location, Location, Location
Set in the forested heart of the Midwest, Branson, MO is a beautiful backdrop for a vacation, a summer home or a year round residency. The wooded hills and hollers are breathtaking in any season, and you won’t find their equal anywhere else. The three lakes around the area make for great boating, fishing and swimming – the recreation provided by the unique and rugged geography is unparalleled as well. Plus the Ozarks/Branson area is full of rich history – it was here that the outlaws known as the Baldknobbers, masked marauders of the hills, robbed banks and wreaked havoc on the Ozarks backwoodsmen. It was here that the Table Rock Dam was constructed and later called a great engineering feat. It was here that Indians roamed, pioneers settled and townships grew, eventually making Branson what it is today – a great place to be.
Good People Make Good Places
While Branson is pretty fantastic on its own, it wouldn’t be near the place it is without the people. The people of Branson have a real love for their community, and for the tourism that keeps it alive. They take pride in its history, as well as the positive directions the Branson is going in. The people in Branson love to serve, to help and to teach – if you are lost, ask a local! They’ll point you in the right direction. If you want to know the best places to eat, ask a local – they’ll be happy to share Branson’s best kept secrets. Branson is also nationally known for its patriotism – the majority of venues around town offer veteran and military discounts, and many well-known shows such as the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama and Red, Hot…and Blue! perform salutes and tributes to veterans as part of the show.
These are just a few of the reasons why millions of people choose Branson, MO. Come see what everyone is talking about, and find your own!
