Branson Vacations, Branson Vacation Reviews, Tourism Guide

Branson Vacation Guide

Branson, MO, population about 7,500, is located in the extreme southern portion of the state, predominately in Taney County. The city was first settled in 1882 by Richard Branson. The town had a sleepy existence, with only Marvel Cave and the book “Shepherd of the Hills” bringing any attention to the area, until 1959.

In 1959 construction of Table Rock Dam began, and the Mabe Family began putting on a show called the Baldknobbers Hillbilly Jamboree. This show was the first of many to come.

Today there are more than 50 different theaters putting on 100 different shows. Some theaters have different shows on different nights, and even on Sundays. There are more theater seats in Branson, then there are on Broadway, in New York City. This has earned the city the title of “Live Entertainment Capital of the World” Most shows have either a country theme or are of a conservative nature. If you are looking for the X-rated glitz of Las Vegas or even R-rated language you will not only be disappointed, but likely frowned out of town. This town is unapologetically family friendly that still can entertain people of all ages.
To give you a clue on "Family friendly", there are more miniature golf courses and go-kart tracks here than anywhere else. And they are elaborate!