Nearby Attractions While Vacationing in Branson

Branson Missouri attracts millions of visitors from all over the world annually, and has become one of the top vacation destinations in the United States. Branson has captured the hearts of families in the search of entertainment, relaxation, and family oriented fun.

Music theaters, musicals, amusement parks, fishing, boating, camping, water parks, and more will keep you on the go from the minute the sun rises, until long after it has fallen from the sky. What many visitors may not know, is that there are several very entertaining attractions that you may be missing as you are driving to (or from) Branson that may enhance your vacation.
Springfield, Missouri: 35 miles north of Branson, Springfield offers several attractions that I feel would be relevant to "Branson vacationers".

• Bass Pro Shops : The original Bass Pro, the "Granddaddy" of them is located in Springfield, Missouri. If you haven't been to a Bass Pro, its is more than just a fishing and tackled store. It is for anybody that loves the outdoors. Exhibits, aquariums, and a wildlife museum is also located at Bass Pro Shops.
  
  The fish and wildlife museum is particularly entertaining for the whole family. The museum is a 92,000 square feet "zooquarium" with over 225 different species of live animals, fresh and salt water aquariums, and interactive displays.
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  Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in Springfield, Missouri : For those sports enthusiasts, the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame (just 30 minutes north of Branson, off of highway 65), is a must "stop and see" attraction. The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame is a two story museum showcasing memorabilia and displays of famous Missouri athletes.

Eureka Springs : A scenic 45 minute drive to the southwest of Branson lies a treasure of a town that is well worth stopping by on your way back home from your Branson vacation.

Eureka Springs, is a small tourist community that has been somehow lost in time. Quaint victorian houses, "free spirit" shops, scenic splendor, healing spas, and music festivals are just a few of the reasons why visitors love Eureka Springs. You can't help but get that "woodstock" peaceful feeling while visiting this "strange" yet mysteriously pleasant community.

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