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Fo odie Favorite At tractio ns
One of the most iconic spots in Branson, Silver Dollar
City (silverdollarcity.com) is an 1880s-style theme park
that is as unique as it is fun. Guests of all ages can enjoy
live shows and concerts, craftsmen demonstrating their
arts, unique shops and boutiques, thrilling roller coasters,
rides, and attractions, and an abundance of tasty cuisine.
Th e Southern hospitality begins with the smiling
faces of staff members dressed in period costumes and
delights the senses with indulgent aromas wafting from
restaurants and food stands. You can order hash from
a stand selling it straight from a big, sizzling cast-iron
skillet, grab a bag of confections made by the park’s
on-site candymakers, indulge in the heavenly Cinnamon
Bread at Sullivan’s Mill, or sit down for a family meal at
one of the full-service restaurants.
But nothing compares to the magic of Silver Dollar
City during the holidays. Celebrated from November
through December, the park’s festivities are illuminated
with 6.5 million colorful twinkling lights that set the park
aglow. Cozy up with hot chocolate or wassail on a train
ride through the park, see the festive nightly parade,
watch a live holiday musical, or choose some special new
ornaments, and you’ll leave this popular park fully in the
Christmas spirit.
Th e Showboat Branson Belle (silverdollarcity
.com/showboat-branson) is another great family-
friendly attraction to discover, and it, too, goes all out
for the season. Guests board the steamboat and cruise
around gorgeous Table Rock Lake while watching a
musical show and enjoying a tasty three-course meal.
With delicious dishes and holiday performances, this
entertaining experience is one you won’t soon forget.
Go o d Eating in th e Oz arks
BREAKFAST
Nothing warms you up on a cold fall or winter morning
quite like a cup of coff ee and a classic, comforting
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Devil’s Pool
breakfast, and you’ll be glad you got yours at Devil’s
Pool restaurant at Big Cedar Lodge (bigcedar.com/dining
/devils-pool/). Find a table by the roaring fi re and order
Th e Missourian, with two eggs, your choice of breakfast
meat, skillet potatoes, and a fl uff y buttermilk biscuit for a
morning meal full of country cookin’ charm.