Discover Branson History and Scenic Beauty Tour

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About this activity

Discover Branson and see the sights, hear the history, and laugh as you ride around in one of our luxury vehicles. You will visit important sites in the area like Table Rock Dam and the College of the Ozarks. Your professional guide is also the driver, filling you in on the history and humorous anecdotes of the area, We sincerely believe that every visitor to Branson should start their visit with this enlightening and entertaining tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: VIP Tours of Branson

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Bottled water
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Local taxes
Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Not included

Not included: Gratuities (10% to 15% is recommended.
Not included: Food and drinks available for purchase
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Table Rock Dam

5 min

We will see the dam from the river side and the lake side. We also see and talk about the Shepherd of the Hills Trout Hatchery.
College of the Ozarks

20 min

Find out why C of O is so dearly beloved by the people of the Ozarks, as well as people from all over the world. This school has been visited by Presidents, First Ladies, Prime Ministers, Military Leaders, etc. You will LOVE the stop we make at The Keeter Center, too. Enjoy coffee, ice cream, baked goods, shopping and talking to the C of O students you will meet.
Shepherd's Adventure Park

20 min

See where tourism REALLY began in Branson. The catalyst of tourism to Branson, was due to the worldwide success of the book, "Shepherd of the Hills" by Harold Bell Wright. This stop is literally the property that the book was written and written about! (It's also a restroom stop! Hehe!)
Hollister

Passing by

You will love this quaint little Old English Village, with its Tudor style architecture, fun shops, galleries and restaurants. Find out how the railroad "turned this town around!" The Downing Street District is a place you will want to return to for some unique shopping and dining options!
Branson

Passing by

Downtown Branson, on the shores of Lake Taneycomo, is where Reuben Branson and his wife, Mary, built the Branson General Store, around 1881, and the town had been growing and changing ever since. You will see several shops and restaurants in the historic downtown district. Like Hollister, this is a place you will want to come back to after the tour is over. No franchise restaurants or retail shops in this district. However, Branson Landing Mall, is just down the hill and across the railroad tracks. So you can shop old and new!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We are located at The Shoppes at Branson Meadows Mall, in The Branson Event Center. Our check in area is in the lobby of the theater. You will meet your driver guide there. Tours depart from and terminate at this location.

End point

We are located at The Shoppes at Branson Meadows Mall, in The Branson Event Center. Our check in area is in the lobby of the theater. You will meet your driver guide there. Tours depart from and terminate at this location.

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
All tours depart from 4220 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO inside the Branson Event Center located at The Shoppes at Branson Meadows. Our location is down the hill from the Branson Chamber of Commerce and near the Branson Meadows Cinema.

Please arrive 15-20 minutes before your tour departure.

Prices do not include a gratuity for your guide. 10% to 15% is recommended.
Courtesy umbrellas are provided during inclement weather.
Tour includes ample restroom breaks.
No smoking, food or outside drinks other than bottled water are allowed on the vehicle.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours depart from and end at our new check in and departure location, at the Branson Event Center, located at The Shoppes at Branson Meadows, 4220 North Gretna Road, Branson, MO 65616
Dress code is smart casual