10 TOP Things to Do in Southwest Missouri August 2026

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Southwest Missouri Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Southwest Missouri has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Southwest Missouri, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Southwest Missouri with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Southwest Missouri

Southwest Missouri is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Southwest Missouri, and make it a breeze to explore Southwest Missouri and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southwest Missouri to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Southwest Missouri, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Southwest Missouri.

Southwest Missouri attractions

Southwest Missouri has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Southwest Missouri to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southwest Missouri.

Looking for things to do in Southwest Missouri can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Southwest Missouri or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southwest Missouri attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

Things to do

St. Louis: Gateway Ghouls and Hauntings Walking Tour

St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

£18

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour

£19

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

Saint Louis Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

St. Louis & Gateway Arch NP Self Guided Drive & Walk Audio Tour

£13

per traveller

Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App

£6

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Landmarks Downtown-West Walking Tour

£15

per adult

StL's Signature "Sights and Bites" - Private Tour in St. Louis

£131

per adult

St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

£20

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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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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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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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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4. 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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A large, beige building with arched windows and a bell tower, surrounded by well-manicured hedges and a clear sky.

5. Titanic Museum

The Titanic Museum Attraction is a very popular site in Branson, Missouri. See more than 400 artifacts on display in many galleries, have fun with the interactive elements throughout the ship and enjoy a fantastic place full of beautiful and interesting details that recreate the glamorous and tragic experience of this 1912 luxury ship.

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6. Lake Taneycomo

Trout fishing and boating are among the many recreational activities on Lake Taneycomo, which winds through Branson in the form of a river. Its shoreline passes a marina and a waterfront shopping center. Explore the extensive network of waterways by boat to see this vast human-made reservoir from every angle.

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Branson Landing

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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.

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