Silver Dollar City in Branson

Silver Dollar City is an amusement park located in Branson, Missouri that offers visitors a unique way to experience the historical and cultural charm of the Ozark Mountains. The park was founded in 1960 on the site of the famous Marvel Cave and has since grown to be one of the most popular tourist attractions in the region. The park offers a glimpse into the past with exhibits that include trained artisans who demonstrate traditional Ozark crafts such as glassblowing, blacksmithing, pottery, and candle making. The park also features a variety of live musical performances, traditional Southern cuisine, and thrilling rollercoasters and other rides.

The park provides something for everyone with over 40 rides and attractions. The Fire in the Hole, a dark ride that takes visitors through a wild-west saloon, and the Thunderation, a thrilling rollercoaster that boasts the park's longest track, are two crowd favorites. Additionally, the park offers a variety of entertainment such as daily parades, artisan demonstrations and a classic car museum.Visitors should make sure to set aside plenty of time for exploring the park. Silver Dollar City is quite large, and visitors will want to allow time for riding their favorite attractions or watching their favorite performances.