The best things to do in Branson

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When the couch queue feels stale, Branson Meadows Cinema 11 has the latest releases and a freshly remodeled lobby that actually makes…

4740 Gretna Rd

When the couch queue feels stale, Branson Meadows Cinema 11 has the latest releases and a freshly remodeled lobby that actually makes showing up early fun. Every auditorium brings stadium seating and digital surround sound, so your next flick feels bigger, louder, and way more Branson.

From the Branson newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Golfing venue designed by Chuck Smith and Bobby Clampett, featuring an Ozark Mountain setting.

100 North Payne Stewart Dr

Golfing venue designed by Chuck Smith and Bobby Clampett, featuring an Ozark Mountain setting.

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Lively spot for mini-golf featuring 2 medieval- & jungle-themed courses, plus an American grill.

4800 Gretna Rd

Lively spot for mini-golf featuring 2 medieval- & jungle-themed courses, plus an American grill.

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Clean attraction with tanks hosting jellyfish, sharks and stingrays, plus touch pools.

2700 W 76 Country Blvd unit a

Clean attraction with tanks hosting jellyfish, sharks and stingrays, plus touch pools.

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Challenging Dinosaur themed course with a volcano and waterfalls.

2501 Green Mountain Dr

Challenging Dinosaur themed course with a volcano and waterfalls.

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Golf course featuring 18 holes, a driving range, and dining.

Mailing Address: 1600 Ledgestone Way FOR GPS DIRECTIONS USE: 105, Stonebridge Pkwy (Reeds Spring)

Golf course featuring 18 holes, a driving range, and dining.

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Indoor mini-golf course featuring black lights, 3-D, and a Wizard Village theme.

2805 Green Mountain Dr

Indoor mini-golf course featuring black lights, 3-D, and a Wizard Village theme.

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Scenic golf course with a Buffalo herd grazing alongside the fairways.

1001 Buffalo Rdg Blvd (Hollister)

Scenic golf course with a Buffalo herd grazing alongside the fairways.

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Indoor Mini Golf

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Casual rooms in a lively resort offering a water park, multiple dining options and indoor mini-golf.

1945 W 76 Country Blvd F

Casual rooms in a lively resort offering a water park, multiple dining options and indoor mini-golf.

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Indoor park featuring a multi-story ropes course, underground tunnels, rappelling & slides.

1425 W 76 Country Blvd

Indoor park featuring a multi-story ropes course, underground tunnels, rappelling & slides.

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Indoor miniature golf course (18 holes) with ping pong, pool tables and shuffleboard.

200 Wildwood Dr S

Indoor miniature golf course (18 holes) with ping pong, pool tables and shuffleboard.

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Public golf course with a par 68, plus a restaurant and pro shop.

630 E Rockford Dr

Public golf course with a par 68, plus a restaurant and pro shop.

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Indoor amusement center featuring go-karts, mini-golf, mini-bowling, arcade games & more.

1945 W 76 Country Blvd F

Indoor amusement center featuring go-karts, mini-golf, mini-bowling, arcade games & more.

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The Branson Coaster

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Family-friendly thrill ride with downhill twists, a second track for the ride up and mountain views.

2115 W 76 Country Blvd

Family-friendly thrill ride with downhill twists, a second track for the ride up and mountain views.

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Complex with lots of water play features plus a toddler pool, lazy river & concession-style grill.

1945 W 76 Country Blvd F

Complex with lots of water play features plus a toddler pool, lazy river & concession-style grill.

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Branson AquaPlex

Entertainment

Clean pool featuring a diving board, water slides and a toddler area.

1500 Branson Hills Pkwy

Clean pool featuring a diving board, water slides and a toddler area.

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Lost Treasure Golf

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A mining train takes players to these 2 mini-golf courses based on a fictitious 1920s gold seeker.

3346 W 76 Country Blvd

A mining train takes players to these 2 mini-golf courses based on a fictitious 1920s gold seeker.

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Scenic golfers' golf course with 13 holes, challenging play and walkable grounds.

1250 Golf Club Dr (Hollister)

Scenic golfers' golf course with 13 holes, challenging play and walkable grounds.

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Public golf course with condos on site at the Pointe Royale Condo Vacation and Golf Resort.

142 Clubhouse Dr

Public golf course with condos on site at the Pointe Royale Condo Vacation and Golf Resort.

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Designed by Tiger Woods, this course features large fairways, pristine water features, and a memorable 19th hole.

1250 Golf Club Dr (Hollister)

Designed by Tiger Woods, this course features large fairways, pristine water features, and a memorable 19th hole.

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Tiki-themed eatery and 18-hole mini-golf course featuring challenging holes, plus friendly staff.

2805 State Hwy 76

Tiki-themed eatery and 18-hole mini-golf course featuring challenging holes, plus friendly staff.

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Family entertainment park centered around legendary outdoor performances of the namesake novel.

5585 W 76 Country Blvd

Family entertainment park centered around legendary outdoor performances of the namesake novel.

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Picturesque 9-hole course dotted with ponds & cascades, overlooking Table Rock Lake.

150 Top of the Rock Rd (Ridgedale)

Picturesque 9-hole course dotted with ponds & cascades, overlooking Table Rock Lake.

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