Downtown Branson in spring, seen from above
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Downtown Branson

Downtown Branson runs from historic Main Street to Branson Landing on Lake Taneycomo. The Landing has 1.5 miles of waterfront and an hourly fountain show, the Branson Scenic Railway and the Polar Express leave from the depot at 206 E Main Street, and Dick's 5 & 10 is a few blocks away. The two Hiltons are the hotels at the Landing.

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Downtown places

Downtown is on the east side of town, away from the 76 Strip theaters.

  • Branson Landing

    Address100 Branson Landing BlvdWhat to know1.5 miles of waterfront; hourly fountain show from noon

  • Branson Scenic Railway

    Address206 E Main StWhat to know1 hour 45 minute train rides; the Polar Express at Christmas

  • Dick's 5 & 10

    Address103 W Main StWhat to knowMonday to Saturday 8:30 am to 9 pm, closed Sundays; a few blocks from the Landing

  • Lake Taneycomo

    Address: Along the Landing

    What to know: Trout fishing: 4 trout a day, only one of them a brown trout of 20 inches or more; between the dam and the US 65 bridge you need a trout permit for any fishing, plus a fishing permit unless you're exempt

  • Branson Lakeside RV Park

    Address300 S Boxcar Willie DrWhat to knowRV park; office daily 9 am to 5 pm

  • North Beach Park

    AddressNext to the LandingWhat to knowA paved path along the water joins the Landing's boardwalk

  • Veterans Day Parade

    AddressDowntown Branson, from 101 S Commercial StWhat to knowWednesday, November 11, 2026, at 11 am

A day downtown

  1. Morning

    Breakfast on Main Street

    Branson Cafe, open since 1910, serves breakfast from 6 am at 120 W Main St; Clocker's Cafe at 103 S Commercial St from 6 am to 3 pm.

  2. Late morning

    Dick's 5 & 10

    Browse more than 250,000 items under the model trains at 103 W Main St, open from 8:30 am Monday to Saturday.

  3. Midday

    The train from the depot

    The Branson Scenic Railway leaves 206 E Main St on a 1 hour 45 minute ride; board 20 minutes before departure. At Christmas the Polar Express runs from here in the evening.

  4. Afternoon

    Branson Landing and the lake

    Walk the boardwalk along Lake Taneycomo and the paved path through North Beach Park; most of the Landing's restaurants open at 11 am.

  5. Evening

    The fountain show

    Water, fire and music every hour from noon at Branson Landing, so you can catch one after dinner.

Where to stay in Branson, area by area

All things to do

Tanger Outlets and buffets on the 76 Strip

Main Street

Historic downtown on foot

Old downtown is a few blocks around Main Street and Commercial Street, next to the Landing. It's the oldest part of town, with Branson's oldest restaurant, a five-and-dime and the railroad depot.

Dick's 5 & 10

An old-time variety store since 1961, now run by the second generation: 10,000 square feet with more than 250,000 items, model trains running overhead, nostalgic candy and an ever-changing Fun Aisle.

Branson Cafe

Branson's oldest restaurant, open since 1910, before Branson was officially a town. It serves breakfast and lunch daily from 6 am at 120 W Main St.

Clocker's Cafe

A homestyle diner at 103 S Commercial St, open daily from 6 am to 3 pm, with breakfast and lunch specials; known for its biscuits and gravy and its prime rib sandwich.

More breakfast spots

The Brunch House at 224 W Main St (daily 7 am to 3 pm) and the Farmhouse Restaurant at 119 W Main St (from 7 am).

Boutiques and specialty stores

Historic downtown has several boutiques and dozens of specialty stores and small eateries, a short walk from the Landing.

The depot

The Branson Scenic Railway leaves from 206 E Main St on 1 hour 45 minute rides, and the Polar Express runs from here at Christmas.

Along the water

North Beach Park's paved path joins the Branson Landing boardwalk on Lake Taneycomo, with the fountain show at the Landing.

Hotels

Hotels in this area

Drive times by road, without traffic.

  1. Hilton Branson Convention CenterDowntown and Branson Landing · 200 East Main Street, Branson, MO 65616To the Landing1 min to the LandingBreakfastExtra chargeParkingCovered self-parking $15 a dayPetsUp to 2, up to 75 lb each; $100 per pet per stayPrices
  2. Hilton Promenade at Branson LandingDowntown and Branson Landing · 3 Branson Landing Blvd, Branson, MO 65616To the Landing1 min to the LandingBreakfastExtra chargeParkingCovered self-parking $22 a nightPetsUp to 2, up to 75 lb each; $100 per pet per stayPrices

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What people ask

Quick answers

What is there to do in downtown Branson?

Branson Landing's shops and fountain show, the Branson Scenic Railway and the Polar Express from the depot on Main Street, Dick's 5 & 10, and the paths along Lake Taneycomo.

Where do you park in downtown Branson?

In the free lots at either end of Branson Landing, by Belk or Bass Pro Shops, or in the paid garage on the Landing's west side. For the train, the small railway lot is across from the depot at 201 E Main Street.

What is the oldest restaurant in Branson?

Branson Cafe on Main Street, open since 1910. It serves breakfast and lunch from 6 am.

What is Dick's 5 & 10?

An old-fashioned five-and-dime in downtown Branson, open since 1961, with more than 250,000 items, candy you won't find elsewhere and trains running overhead.

Where to eat breakfast in downtown Branson?

Branson Cafe at 120 W Main St, Branson's oldest restaurant, and Clocker's Cafe at 103 S Commercial St, known for its biscuits and gravy.

Is downtown Branson walkable?

Yes. Main Street, the depot, Dick's 5 & 10 and Branson Landing are all within a few blocks, and a paved path runs along the lake.