Whatever the weather, there are year-round opportunities to check out some of Branson's most notable museums and attractions! From history buffs to pop-culture aficionados, adventure enthusiasts to adrenaline junkies, Branson is a go-to destination for endless fun and exploration all year.
Here’s a look at some of the museums and indoor attractions waiting for you on your next Branson vacation
Aquarium at the Boardwalk
At Aquarium at the Boardwalk, guests will be captivated by up-close views of amazing sea creatures. You'll see colorful fish, stingrays, seahorses, jellyfish, octopuses, eels, sharks and more! Visitors can explore more than 250 different animal species, an original 5D submarine adventure, a 24-foot-high Kelp Forest climbing structure for kids, a gorgeous 16-foot view of a coral reef, two mirrored art installations that create the illusion of infinite ocean life, and more than 7,200 individual sea animals. Guests will also meet the Aquarium's characters, Aquarius, the wise and helpful Giant Pacific Octopus, and Finn, the adventurous Golden Puffer. These characters greet visitors at the beginning of the experience, with Aquarius represented in numerous ways throughout the aquarium, beginning with the 55-foot-tall stainless steel sculpture wrapped around the front of the building. Since octopuses are masters of camouflage, Aquarius can also be found hiding in nine fun ways throughout the experience.
Hollywood Wax Museum
Strike a pose with some of your favorite movie, television, and music stars—not to mention a collection of some of tinsel town’s favorite ghouls—at the Hollywood Wax Museum. Oh, and if you’re not sure where to find this museum, just look up. You’re bound to see the huge replica of King Kong scaling the Empire State Building.
Titanic Museum Attraction
Step aboard the Titanic Museum Attraction and receive a boarding pass representing an actual Titanic passenger or crew member. As you make your way through the museum's galleries, you'll follow their story while exploring more than 400 personal and private artifacts connected to the people who sailed aboard the ship. Together, these artifacts form a collection valued at more than $4.5 million.
As you explore the interactive exhibits, including an ice wall, the Titanic's infamous Grand Staircase, and sloping decks you can climb, you'll get a glimpse into what life was like aboard Titanic, from the elegance of the first-class experience to the everyday lives of passengers and crew. Then, in the Titanic Memorial Room, discover the fate of the person on your boarding pass as you search the wall of 2,208 names honoring everyone aboard the ship.
Butterfly Palace and Rain Forest Adventure
Perfect for families and couples, enjoy your interaction with more than 1,000 live butterflies along with birds and tropical plants as you stroll through the butterfly aviary and 7,000-square-foot garden at the Butterfly Palace. The Banyan Tree Adventure, Emerald Forest Mirror Maze, and Living Rainforest Science Center round out your visit to this interactive museum.
Ripley’s Believe it or Not!
It's hard to miss the unmistakable Ripley's Believe It or Not! building along Branson's Highway 76. Inside, you'll find hundreds of fascinating artifacts and oddities, from shrunken heads to unusual artwork and one-of-a-kind pieces from Robert Ripley's collection. Even the building itself is part of the experience, with its bright colors, cracked exterior and larger-than-life replicas displayed around the property. Keep an eye out for Optimus Prime, the towering Transformer who stands guard outside and makes this quirky attraction even harder to miss.
Veterans Memorial Museum
The Veterans Memorial Museum pays tribute to the men and women who fought for our nation’s freedom during the 20th century. The walls of the museum are lined with the names of those killed in action from WWII through the USS Cole bombing. A full-size P-51 Mustang fighter is visible from W 76 Country Blvd. and marks the entrance to the museum. The Veterans Memorial Museum brings a humbling appreciation for those who served and creates a vivid experience for all guests.
Grand Country Resort
For year-round fun, Grand Country Resort has plenty to keep the family entertained indoors. Splash Country Indoor Waterpark features water slides, a three-level treehouse, a lazy river, a toddler pool, hot tubs and a 5,000-square-foot wave pool. Beyond the waterpark, families can enjoy the Grand Country Fun Spot, which includes indoor go-karts, mini golf, arcade games and more. When it's time for a break, grab a bite at one of the resort's on-site restaurants before jumping back into the fun.
Branson Centennial Museum
To see and learn about Branson's transformation from a small Ozarks community into the entertainment destination it is today, visit the Branson Centennial Museum. Located in Historic Downtown Branson, the museum features exhibits exploring the area's history, tourism, culture and entertainment heritage. You'll find historic photographs, memorabilia and exhibits that offer a glimpse into the people, places and events that helped shape Branson over the years. Best of all, admission is free, making the museum an easy addition to a day exploring downtown.
World’s Largest Toy Museum
With more than 1 million toys on display, the World’s Largest Toy Museum is clearly designed for kids and the kid in you. From classic Barbie dolls and Western toys to modern favorites like superheroes and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, the collection spans generations of toys and memorabilia. You'll find everything from trains, farm toys and dollhouses to Hot Wheels, Star Wars and Star Trek collectibles, making it an easy place to rediscover a few childhood favorites of your own.
Branson Auto & Farm Museum
One of the coolest things about the Branson Auto & Farm Museum is you can take home the exhibits—if you can afford them, of course. From classic cars like 1950s Cadillac and Corvettes to farm implements from the 1940s and other memorabilia, you never know what you might find inside this 90,000-square-foot auto-lover’s dream.
Fritz's Adventure
Fritz's Adventure is a dynamic indoor family attraction that brings the excitement and challenges of outdoor adventure into a multi-dimensional indoor environment. Experience three stories and 80,000 square feet of hands-on climbing, tunneling, sliding, swinging, and zip-lining! These thrills feature bridges suspended stories above, an impressive parkour area, a massive ropes course, urban brick buildings for scaling, a life-size water tower with multiple slides, tunnels and tubes to burrow in, and an air-worthy airplane to explore among many other daunting feats. Fritz's Adventure delivers the sense of adventure with a perceived element of risk set in a strategically engineered and safe environment. Parents, teenagers, grandparents, toddlers, and kids alike are encouraged to explore and adventure together.
Additionally, Fritz's Adventure features a second floor restaurant with healthy menu choices and coffee drinks overlooking the indoor adventure park as well as party rooms for groups or special occasions. Fritz's Adventure opens its doors to the exciting challenges normally reserved for seasoned adventurers, adapted for every age and ability level. Experience a world of untamed indoor family adventure only at Fritz's Adventure!
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