Things to do in Ozarks

Activities, attractions and tours

Forest Park showing heritage architecture and a house
Forest Park showing heritage architecture and a house
Pagoda Circle featuring a pond, a bridge and a garden
Pagoda Circle
Missouri State Capitol featuring heritage architecture
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1. Branson Landing

Branson Landing is a mall overlooking Lake Taneycomo, with a spectacular design and a great range of activities. Its shopping and dining options are extensive, while the fountains and light displays are impressive as evening falls. Stroll along the shopping center’s majestic boardwalk to watch the fountain shows.
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The decorative fire and water fountain at the Branson Landing shopping center in Branson, Missouri, USA.

2. Silver Dollar City

Silver Dollar City is a thrilling amusement park with a late 19th-century theme that induces nostalgia and charm. It is known for its clean and friendly setting, with plenty of food and shopping options. Bring the whole family to indulge in the thrilling sensations of the roller coasters, water rides and caves.
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Silver Dollar City showing rides as well as a small group of people

3. Table Rock Lake

Outdoor recreation for all ages beckons visitors to the clean waters and serpentine coastline of Table Rock Lake. From land or water, this is an ideal place to experience the natural delights of Missouri’s Ozarks.
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Table Rock Lake

4. St. Louis Zoo

From majestic big cats to miniature butterflies, come face-to-face with animals from all over the world at the St. Louis Zoo. The zoo, spread across 90 acres (36 hectares) in the city’s Forest Park, is home to hundreds of species of animals. It is one of the few free zoos in the United States.
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Halloween 2019 at the zoo.

5. Beaver Lake

Beaver Lake dominates the landscape of northwest Arkansas, creating a playground for hikers, anglers, swimmers and campers. The 28,000 acres (11,300 hectares) of man-made lake was formed following the construction of the Beaver Lake in the early 1960s and is today the major water source for much of northern Arkansas. Surrounded by landscape that varies from dense forest to rolling meadows, Beaver Lake is a favorite destination for families, who come here to make the most of the amenities, more than 600 camping grounds and long, warm summers.
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Beaver Lake which includes rocky coastline and a lake or waterhole

6. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

The magnificent Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville celebrates artists and artworks of national significance in its sleek and modern galleries. You’ll be treated to a masterpiece in contemporary architecture as you explore the museum complex. See American artworks ranging from colonial times to the modern day, wander around the sculpture garden or discover the museum’s surrounding nature trails.
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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art which includes art and interior views as well as a small group of people

7. Sight and Sound Theatres

Sight & Sound Theatres is one of the largest Christian theater companies in the country and one of the highest attended live theaters in Branson, Missouri. Enjoy amazing stories in a majestic 2,000-seat theater with a 300-foot (90-meter) wraparound stage. See great performances with a talented cast and sets up to 40 feet (12 meters) high.
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Sight and Sound Theatres which includes a garden and heritage architecture

8. University of Missouri

With 18 academic colleges and more than 300 degree courses, the University of Missouri is the crowning jewel of the state’s education system. Founded in the mid 19th century, the academic institute is today the largest university in Missouri, with more than 30,000 students. Stroll through the pleasant gardens of this airy campus, as you visit its historic buildings.
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University of Missouri which includes heritage architecture, a garden and street scenes

What to do in Ozarks

Popular places to visit

Branson Landing

Branson Landing

Stunning water jets rise through fire to choreographed music next to the riverside boardwalk of an impressive shopping center full of treats and fun activities.

Branson Landing
Silver Dollar City showing rides as well as a small group of people

Silver Dollar City

Attend an old bluegrass or country music concert in this 1880s-style theme park full of exhilarating rides, intriguing shows and a friendly atmosphere.

Silver Dollar City
Table Rock Lake

Table Rock Lake

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy walking and watersports, go camping, spot wildlife and try fishing for trout while surrounded by stunning landscapes at this sprawling artificial lake.

Table Rock Lake
St. Louis Zoo

St. Louis Zoo

In the middle of St. Louis, meet the exotic and endangered animals that live in meticulously recreated ecosystems from all over the world.

St. Louis Zoo
Beaver Lake which includes rocky coastline and a lake or waterhole

Beaver Lake

Anglers, hikers and families will find delight in this expansive man-made lake, a region of stunning beauty both in and out of the water.

Beaver Lake
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Reflect on some of the country’s greatest artists as you wander the galleries of this elegant modern museum spread across pretty waterfront pavilions.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Sight and Sound Theatres which includes a garden and heritage architecture

Sight and Sound Theatres

3/5(1 review)

Bringing Bible stories to life, this inspiring show is in an elaborate theater with a massive panoramic stage, spectacular sets and live animals.

Sight and Sound Theatres
St. Louis, Missouri - 08.22.2021 - Brookings Hall on the Danforth Campus of Washington University in St. Louis.

Washington University in St. Louis

Explore the campus of Washington University in St. Louis during your stay in St. Louis. Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.

Washington University in St. Louis
University of Missouri which includes heritage architecture, a garden and street scenes

University of Missouri

Take a tour of the stunning botanical gardens interspersed with the eclectic range of neo-Gothic and redbrick structures in this historic university.

University of Missouri

Areas of Ozarks

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Foggy River Woods

While visiting Foggy River Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Thousand Hills Golf Course and Castle Rock Resort and Water Park.

Foggy River Woods
St. Louis Missouri

Clayton

Take time in Clayton to visit attractions like Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary and Shaw Park Tennis Center. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Clayton Station to see more of the city.

Clayton
Eureka Springs, Arkansas- a quirky, artsy, town that spirals upwards.

Eureka Springs Historic District

Travellers come to Eureka Springs Historic District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Eureka Springs City Auditorium and Eureka Springs District Court while you're in town.

Eureka Springs Historic District
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Skyview

While visiting Skyview, you might make a stop by sights like Welk Resort Branson Theatre and Table Rock Lake.

Skyview
Branson Ferris Wheel featuring a garden and night scenes

Branson Theater District

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Tanger Outlets to Branson's Promised Land Zoo – discover Branson Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Branson Theater District
At the Top of the Rock there are some incredible sights to be seen at the Lost Canyon Nature Trail. You can either walk the trail or take a golf cart and stop along the way to take photos or take in the breathtaking scenery. #Missouri #USA #bestof5 #colorful

Big Cedars

If you're spending some time in Big Cedars, Top of the Rock Golf Course and Table Rock Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Big Cedars
Gateway Arch which includes a monument, a sunset and a city

St. Louis

Sunset over a mountainous landscape with a silhouetted pine tree

Clarksville

Truman Lake just east of Clinton, Missouri. After a week of freezing weather, this man made lake was just beginning to thaw around the thousands of tree trunks that threaten the hulls of fishing boats

Clinton

Panorama scenic aerial green suburban area of Ozark, Arkansas, USA. Overhead residential neighborhood tightly packed homes, driveway surround lush tree flyover in autumn sunset. View from East side

Mountain View

Shot looking down the White River in Rea Valley, Arkansas

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