Silver Dollar City is three attractions in one. It’s an 1880s-style theme park, featuring more than 40 thrill rides. It has cultural offerings, including historic buildings that date back to the 1880s and over 100 resident craftsmen who demonstrate traditional techniques. And it’s all built over Marvel Cave, an underground limestone cave that you can tour.

Not only can you shop until your heart's content at this open-air mall, Branson Landing also offers dining and entertainment options for the whole family (think bowling, a massive arcade, and zip lining). Stroll the boardwalk along Lake Taneycomo and watch the hourly fountain show, designed by the producers of the Fountains of Bellagio in Las Vegas.

The main concentration of Branson attractions can be found on 3 miles of 76 Country Boulevard, the heart of the city also known as “the strip.” This is where you’ll find most of Branson’s thrill rides, like the Branson Coaster, The Skyscraper, The BuzzSaw, and the Branson Ferris Wheel.

The Branson Scenic Railway offers a round-trip excursion through the scenic foothills of the Ozark Mountains as you learn the history of the area along the way. Try the four-course candlelit dinner train, or ride the the special Polar Express train in the winter during the holiday season.

Kansas City-style barbecue joint Gettin' Basted started off as a food truck before opening their brick-and-mortar location. Come hungry and order the Judges Plate to get a taste of everything, including brisket, pulled pork, ribs, chicken, sausage, Texas toast, and sides like poblano cream corn brulee and sweet potato waffle fries.

If you want your meal with a side of entertainment, head to Mel's Hard Luck Diner, home of Branson's original singing servers. The 1950s-style diner and soda fountain serves classic fare like burgers, sandwiches, and milkshakes, with service provided by professional singers. Be sure to save room for their famous root beer malt.

Perfect for date night, upscale Level 2 Steakhouse is known for its corn-fed Midwestern beef aged for 28 days. Cuts include filet mignon, ribeye, and Wagyu beef, which are seared in a 1600-degree infrared oven for optimum tenderness. Don't miss the signature Missouri Butter Cake for dessert. Two forks, please.