Wintertime might be the most peaceful time of the year. A winter stroll usually means quiet, fewer crowds, and the silence of nature. Or, if we prefer staying toasty, we just can curl up with a good book and a hot drink on a snowy winter day. When you’re craving adventure, you’ll find plenty of it all winter long in this small town in Missouri.

Branson’s known for its many attractions that draw millions of visitors summer after summer. Even after summer’s tourists have gone home, this vibrant town of just over 12,800 comes alive.

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No matter what your perfect winter adventure looks like, you’re sure to find it in Branson; outdoor and indoor attractions help heat up those frigid winter days.

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One of the best ways to soak up the fresh air and enjoy the outdoors is to marvel at the wintery landscape aboard The Ferris Wheel. It’s generally open all around weather permitting. (Days and hours may vary by season.)

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If you visit Branson through early January, you can glide around the ice at the Holidays on Ice rink. The ice rink sits in the shadow of the wheel.

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If you’re craving quiet time among nature, set off on one of the scenic hiking trails in Branson. Table Rock State Park is home to nearly a half of a dozen hiking trails and is particularly pretty during the winter.

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Too cold for spending hours outdoors? Or maybe you’re just yearning for a bit of summer? Book a stay at the Howard Johnson by Wyndham, home of the Castle Rock indoor waterpark.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham The park’s brimming with fun attractions – from three-story slides to a lazy river.

Branson is also home to Splash Country Indoor Waterpark. Experience a dose of summer by standing under the tipping bucket, floating on the lazy river, or relaxing in a hot tub.

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Bookmark some time to spend in Historic Downtown Branson, too, where you can go shopping, dig into a delicious meal, and attempt to break out of an escape room in just 60 minutes.

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Learn more on the Explore Branson website. Or, stop by its Facebook page.

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What’s your favorite winter town in Missouri? Have you been to Branson during the winter? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! Looking for more wintertime fun? Zip down the hill over and over again when you visit one of the best sledding hills in Missouri.

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The park’s brimming with fun attractions – from three-story slides to a lazy river.

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