[2011] What is there do in Branson beside shows

[ace2000]

Is the Circque show a permanent attraction? If so, which one is it? DH and I have seen 7 (me)/8 (DH) of them and our goal is to see them all!

We'll be in Branson for a week this summer with MIL for her 90th. She has mobility issues, so we're interested in other activities besides shows, however, need to keep her limited mobility in mind.

Ingrid

Could always do the Showboat, little different than a show.

 

[shagnut]

If you find yourself in Springfield go to Lambertis," home of the throwed rolls" Too much food, you chose an entree and they bring around the veggies, and more veggies, and more veggies. I hope they are still there.

We went to a cavern tour on a boat while we were in Springfield, but I wasn't too impressed.

Is the Precious Moment Chapel still there?

shaggy

 

[ace2000]

We went to a cavern tour on a boat while we were in Springfield, but I wasn't too impressed.

Is the Precious Moment Chapel still there?

shaggy

LOL - you mean the cavern tour in a jeep? Don't know of one with a boat. And the Precious Moments Chapel is in Carthage, about an hour drive from Springfield.

 

[MichaelColey]

I'm surprised only one person mentioned Silver Dollar City. It's much more than just a family-oriented theme park. There are some thrill rides there, but there's a lot more. Many shows, craft demonstrations, etc. At Christmas time, there are tons of lights, Christmas shows and a very impressive Christmas tree with syncronized lights and music. We buy annual passes and try to go there 2-3 days on every trip (2-3 times a year).

 

[rapmarks]

I'm surprised only one person mentioned Silver Dollar City. It's much more than just a family-oriented theme park. There are some thrill rides there, but there's a lot more. Many shows, craft demonstrations, etc. At Christmas time, there are tons of lights, Christmas shows and a very impressive Christmas tree with syncronized lights and music. We buy annual passes and try to go there 2-3 days on every trip (2-3 times a year).

plus a nice cave tour at Silver Dollar City and some other cave tours in the area, including one in splringfield where you ride around in little cars. As far as Lake of the Ozarks, i own there, my ownership includes 10 hours of boat time, and pm me if you want it.

 

[puppymommo]

OMGosh,

How could I forget. Make sure to see the Circque DeSoleil show. It's amazing!
If you've never seen one of their shows you will be amazed.

I don't think it is an actual Cirque DeSoleil show. From what I could find, the show is called Cirque Montage and features former Cirque DeSoleil performers.

http://www.starlitetheatre.com/branson-shows/cirque-montage/

Looks good, thanks for the tip. We will be in Branson in July and will have to check it out.

 

[squeeze]

I don't think it is an actual Cirque DeSoleil show. From what I could find, the show is called Cirque Montage and features former Cirque DeSoleil performers.

http://www.starlitetheatre.com/branson-shows/cirque-montage/

Looks good, thanks for the tip. We will be in Branson in July and will have to check it out.

I'm not sure about it being an 'actual Cirque' performance; but if it's not you will not be able to tell the difference. I've been to many of their shows in different cities and I would say the one is Branson is an actual show, or they must have some sort of contract with Cirque (since you said its states 'former Cirque Performers) and The 'Montage' may just be the name of that particular performance (that I'm not sure).

It is truly fabulous though. In fact, I have tickets to go to another one of their shows in the next month. (although not in Branson, but I am still excited).

 

[rapmarks]

there are different Cirque companies, in Florida we see Cirque dreams every year - excellent.

 

[IngridN]

It sounds like something we would enjoy seeing. MIL has seen 2 with us...they usually have a show every Christmas time in San Francisco and we take her to see it when she visits us vs. us visiting her during the holidays.

We enjoyed our time in Branson about 5 or 6 years ago and are looking forward to this upcoming trip. Our last trip was focused on shows and outlet shopping and we're hoping to add some other activities this trip.

Ingrid

 

[riverdees05]

Which of the many timeshares have the best pool, etc. for children?

 

[rapmarks]

Which of the many timeshares have the best pool, etc. for children?

I have found just about every pool there is cold. when we stayed at Holiday Hills, it was in the high 80's, and the pool was so cold noone was in it. things may have changed, as we stopped going after our car was totalled there, but at least 12 exchanges and i don't think i was ever able to enjoy a pool because they don't heat them very much.

 

[Pete_The_Chicken]

I have found just about every pool there is cold. when we stayed at Holiday Hills, it was in the high 80's, and the pool was so cold noone was in it. things may have changed, as we stopped going after our car was totalled there, but at least 12 exchanges and i don't think i was ever able to enjoy a pool because they don't heat them very much.

What time of year do you go? We always make time for the pool and it has been very warm, but then again we go in mid-to-late summer and prefer to play in the outdoor pool. I think indoor pools are cold year round!

 

[Pete_The_Chicken]

I'm surprised only one person mentioned Silver Dollar City. It's much more than just a family-oriented theme park. There are some thrill rides there, but there's a lot more. Many shows, craft demonstrations, etc. At Christmas time, there are tons of lights, Christmas shows and a very impressive Christmas tree with syncronized lights and music. We buy annual passes and try to go there 2-3 days on every trip (2-3 times a year).

SDC compares very favorably to Disney World, in my opinion, in cleanliness, in staff (plenty of cheerful staff in costume and in character all over the place), and general charm. I highly recommend Silver Dollar City!

 

[ronandjoan]

I think indoor pools are cold year round!

We like to stay at Wyndham Mountain Vista because of the indoor pool - a large one and resasonably heated, fine for laps!

we are here now

 

[momeason]

There a few nice places to hike including a conservation area. There is a new building at the big dam that is an exhibit center with tours of the dam with a hike around the lake available...but hot. The tours of the dam are inside.
We really liked everything about the Marriott..great location, pool, indoor and outdoor pools. If you can stomach a TS presentation, many come with significant show discounts. I know the Wyndham does. They are high pressure...do not buy. I went to the Sales Center on the main highway for some maps. I said no presentation. they offered me lots of cash and big show discounts. We signed up and went. I passed a TUG note to a new owner, the salesman saw me and we were told we did not have to do the presentation and we did get our gifts. Pretty cool. Just remember, if a timeshare salesman lips are moving, he IS lying! That is why they wanted us away from their tour center.:hysterical:

 

[retailman]

There is the scenic train that leaves downtown that goes out from Branson
about two hours that is nice.

 

[Bourne]

But no "party cove"....

Yep, Branson to Lake of the Ozarks is about 140 miles m/l.

Mike

:hysterical: :hysterical: :hysterical: It was good while it lasted..Now I have kids...

 

[rapmarks]

last week we sold our two lake of the ozarks weeks, so happy!

 

[dixie]

I would love more information on the scenic train etc. thanks

There is the scenic train that leaves downtown that goes out from Branson
about two hours that is nice.

 

[shagnut]

LOL - you mean the cavern tour in a jeep? Don't know of one with a boat. And the Precious Moments Chapel is in Carthage, about an hour drive from Springfield.

Yep, that's the one! lol I got cornfused with Lost Caverns in TN

 

[bogey21]

I'm surprised only one person mentioned Silver Dollar City. It's much more than just a family-oriented theme park. There are some thrill rides there, but there's a lot more. Many shows, craft demonstrations, etc. At Christmas time, there are tons of lights, Christmas shows and a very impressive Christmas tree with syncronized lights and music.

I second Silver Dollar City. Back when we lived in St Louis we would spend a week there every year, either during the Fall Crafts Festival or at Christmas. SDC often has something for both kids and adults.

George

 

[Neesie]

Bonniebrook

I've never been to the area but I recall my mom really loved visiting Bonniebrook, home of the Kewpie creator, Rose O'Neill.

http://www.roseoneill.org/mainpage.html#/