With three large factory outlet malls, a thriving downtown district and specialty stores throughout the city, shoppers can find contemporary goods and hand crafted items all year round. Branson ranks in the top 10 in the nation for the number of factory outlet stores. The number of lodging facilities exceeds 200. There are an additional 5,000 rooms in the surrounding unincorporated areas. Seasonal rates and senior citizen discounts apply at many lodgings.
Visitors have an endless variety of restaurants and food establishments from which to choose.
There are more than 360 eating establishments with over 32,000 seats. Cuisines range from American to international. Branson has been host to many convention activities, including both Veteran's and Shriner's conventions. The City of Branson and Taney County are jointly looking into the potential development of a large convention center due to the popularity of Branson as a convention destination.