Top Missouri Attractions & Museums

Discover a Branson celebrity car collection that spans the “Fast & Furious” franchise and award-winning films like “Jurassic Park,” prebooking your tickets to avoid delays upon arrival. Since the car collection rotates throughout the year, visiting now is a chance to see the all-star lineup while it lasts—exploring vehicles that may never be on display together again.

Secure your timed entry to the Museum of BBQ in Kansas City with these general admission tickets, which gain you access to all 10 interactive installations. Prebooking ensures you won’t miss out on the popular attraction and helps you avoid long waits to buy tickets upon arrival at the museum.

Explore the earth’s prehistoric animal kingdom with a visit to the Branson Dinosaur Museum. Marvel at 45 life-size replicas modeled on real dinosaur bones that include well-known creatures like the towering tyrannosaurus rex to the tiny, four-winged microrapter. Bring the whole family for a self-guided tour and learn about these prehistoric animals at your own pace.

Visit the World's Largest Toy Museum complex in Branson with admission that provides access to the complex's six individual museums, which are home to a variety of toys, from trains and sports to Barbie and Western toys. After stepping past the giant toy soldiers standing at the front doors, you may experience a touch of nostalgia for your own childhood as you view antique toys and more modern items.

The Discovery Center of Springfield offers a fun-filled day for families, school groups, and curious minds of all ages. With 60,000 square feet of interactive exhibits spread across six floors, visitors can engage with hands-on activities that make science, technology, engineering, and math come to life. Explore unique galleries, from dinosaurs to the human body and beyond, for an educational experience that is both surprising and inspiring. This all-day pass allows you to return as many times as you'd like within the day, ensuring you get the most out of your visit.

Meet marine mammals, sharks, and starfish with tickets to SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium, and get a below-the-surface look at dozens of ocean ecosystems. Visit Doodle Reef, where kids can create their very own virtual sea creatures on a screen within a live display, then see blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, and rays. Count all eight limbs on the giant Pacific octopus and test your marine knowledge on the aquarium’s quiz trail. Then, get a front row seat at a thrilling feeding frenzy.

Aquarium at the Boardwalk is one of the newest things to do in Branson, Missouri, and is unlike any other aquarium you’ve visited. First hint – the massive octopus sculpture that greets guests at the front door. It’s modeled after Aquarius, a Giant Pacific Octopus and one of the Aquarium’s exclusive characters. Inside, stroll down the boardwalk and explore ten zones of fish & fun.

Take the guesswork out of visiting the top museums and attractions in Kansas City, Missouri with this convenient 1-day or 3-day pass. Make a single purchase and explore the American Jazz Museum, National World War I Museum and Memorial, Vaile Mansion, and more within 24 or 72 hours of your first use. Avoid waiting in line at the ticket windows and optimize your time in this dynamic midwestern city to cover its most popular sights.

Snag a selfie with a celebrity at Branson's Hollywood Wax Museum, where you'll find a giant ape guarding a collection of wax figurines that range from movie stars to gangsters. The Hollywood Wax Museum is home to John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin and more, and you can create your own red-carpet poses using the museum's fun props and costumes.

Visit the Veterans Memorial Museum in Branson to browse its displays that pay tribute to those who fought for this country during the conflicts of the 20th century. Learn stories about these men and women and gain insight into wartime history.

Discover all new displays in 2026 at the Best of Branson 2025 Gold Award Winner for Christmas Light Drive Thrus in Branson. The Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru in Branson, Missouri packs more displays into our drive-thru than you can ever imagine: over a mile of brilliant LED light displays on both sides of the road, displays both traditional and whimsical. Santa is available on most Friday, Sat. and Sundays evenings starting at 6pm. Located just N. of Sight and Sound Theater. Open nightly from Nov 1st to Jan 4th, 2026 from 5pm till 11pm.

Though far from the city of Hollywood, the Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center brings you close to the stars. Book your entrance in advance for this one-stop-shop for a full day of entertainment, and then redeem your ticket on your own schedule. Upon arrival, take photos with wax sculptures of celebrities, find your way through a maze of mirrors, shoot mini golf, and more.

Bigfoot Fun Park is Branson's Best Place to Play. Enjoy 65 of the newest arcade games of all genres & win amazing prizes!

Experience one of the new escape rooms at Bigfoot Fun Park, Branson's Best Place to Play! Squatcharazzi Spotlight puts you right in the action. Bigfoot is now behind the camera as the Squatcharazzi catching photos of the hottest celebs in Branson. Beat the clues to help him evade security and escape the theater in time to complete his assignment. The clock is ticking and he is counting on you!

There’s no end to the fun to be had at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Kansas City. LEGO-loving children—and accompanying adults—can unleash their imaginations at numerous family-friendly attractions. Build, play, explore miniature Kansas City, made out of LEGO® bricks, watch your favorite characters at the 4D Cinema, and more. Avoid the hassle of waiting in ticket lines when you pre-book your admission, plus upgrade to include admission to SEALIFE Aquarium.

Step into the fiery world of glass artistry at Third Degree Glass in St. Louis, where molten glass is transformed into striking works of art. This behind-the-scenes takes you inside three working glass studios for an up-close look at the creativity, heat, and craftsmanship behind handmade glass. Explore working studios (hot shop, kiln, and flame), discover the tools and techniques used by professional glass artists, and get a chance to watch the mesmerizing process of shaping glowing molten glass into unique creations. Along the way, gain insight into the artistry and skill required to work with this fascinating material before viewing the exhibition, browsing the gallery and its collection of handcrafted glass artwork. - Go Behind the Scenes of Glassmaking in 3 Studios - Watch Molten Glass Take Shape - Discover the Craft Behind the Art - Explore a World of Handmade Glass

Putt your way through an 18-hole Bigfoot-themed mini golf course in Branson, prebooking tickets so you don’t miss out on the popular attraction. Booking in advance lets you plan ahead without sacrificing flexibility—you’ll still have the freedom to arrive at any time on your day of choice. Along the way you’ll find illusions, obstacles, and the chance for a Bigfoot sighting.

Located in Marthasville, Missouri, the Emmaus Asylum is a sprawling monument to 125 years of isolation. Originally a German seminary before becoming a private "Asylum for the Feeble Minded," this site is steeped in a century of misunderstood history, medical mystery, and documented tragedy. This is a 9-hour (8 PM – 5 AM) immersive investigation inside a massive, 19th-century limestone complex. You aren't just visiting a building; you are exploring a self-sufficient, secluded village frozen in time. Your ticket grants exclusive access to the most oppressive areas of the campus, including the isolation cells, the former morgue, and the "Girls' Wing." Investigate the site of the tragic 1930 fire and the hallways where Nurse Marie Strumm was found in her mysterious, unsolved state. We provide hands-on access to high-tech gear (EMF/K2 meters) alongside traditional methods like table-tipping and séances for a fully rounded paranormal experience.