Wheelchair Accessible Travel Guide to Branson, Missouri
Sep 24, 2023
Do you use a wheelchair or other mobility aid and want to travel but get so overwhelmed with all of the planning? I am here to help you with exactly that! This wheelchair accessible travel guide is here to provide you with accessible hotels, restaurants, and attractions for your trip to Branson!
Branson, Missouri is well known for its live entertainment. Visiting this city, you will find yourself with so many different accessible activities you can choose from and plenty of different restaurants to try!
This city is extremely wheelchair friendly and provides a fun environment for everyone who wants to visit! I was pleasantly surprised with the accessibility throughout the city and all of the attractions I had the opportunity to visit.
Accessibility-Friendly Hotels:
Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing
1 King Deluxe Mobility Accessible W/ Roll-in Shower
1 King 1 Bedroom Condo Suite Mobility Accessible W/ Roll-in Shower and Balcony
2 Queen Superior Mobility Accessible W/ Roll-in Shower
Marriotts Willow Ridge Lodge
1 King 1 Sofa Bed Mobility Accessible W/ Roll-in Shower
1 King 1 Sofa Bed Mobility Accessible W/ Tub
2 Bedroom Villa Bedroom 1: 1 King Bed Bedroom 2: 2 Queens, Sofa Bed, Balcony, Roll-in
Shower & /or Mobility Accessible Tub
Holiday Inn Express: Branson-Green Mountain Drive
1 King Bed Suite Mobility Accessible W/Jetted Tub
1 King Standard Mobility Accessible W/Roll-in Shower
2 Queen Standard Mobility Accessible W/ Tub
WHERE TO EAT:
Joes crab shack
Joes Crab Shack has a wheelchair ramp to enter the restaurant which is at a perfect location right on Branson Landing! There is plenty of space to get around the restaurant and in between tables. There are plenty of gluten free options and they have a separate gluten free menu available.
Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom is another restaurant right on Branson Landing. The restaurant is large and there is plenty of room to get around. They do not have a separate gluten free menu, but they have amazing gluten free pizza, and the staff is very knowledgeable.
Kilwins
Kilwins is the perfect spot for a sweet treat! They have so many options from ice cream to fudge and Carmel apples! This store gets rather busy and can be a tight squeeze, but it's definitely worth the stop.
Boba Smoothie and Food
Boba Smoothie and food is right in the middle of Branson Landing! They offer items such Boba Tea, Smoothies, and Funnel Cakes too!
Parlor Doughnuts
Parlor Doughnuts was definitely a pleasant surprise! They offer a wide variety of doughnuts and many of them can be made gluten free. They also offer so many different yummy coffees and lattes!
Starbucks
Starbucks is your popular chain with multiple locations throughout Branson.
Sugar Leaf
Sugar Leaf is a cute coffee shop in the Grand Village Shops area. They offer a wide variety of coffees and foods such as paninis, salads, and baked items. They do not have a separate gluten free menu, but they have gluten free wrap, sandwich bread, and delicious salads! They have two separate entrances, and each entrance is accessible.
Revive Juice Bar
Revive Juice Bar is in the Historic District of Branson. They have so many different gluten free options and very educated staff members.
*Please note there is no accessible bathroom at this location.
Flaming Margaritas
Flaming Margaritas is the perfect stop for all things Mexican food! Tacos and Fajitas can be made Gluten Free. Be sure to get a flaming margarita-virgin ones are available too! The restaurant is tight, and the sidewalks/ramps outside can be rough on wheelchairs but it's doable and worth the stop!
WHAT TO DO:
Aquarium At the Boardwalk
This beautiful aquarium in Branson, Missouri is accessible for all wheelchair users! The whole building has plenty of turnaround space and works well for anyone in a wheelchair or individuals with strollers. If you are in need of a wheelchair, please make sure you bring your own to this attraction as they aren't available to rent.
Hollywood Wax Museum
The Wax Museum is full accessible for wheelchairs and strollers with wide hallways and wheelchair ramps.
Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum is wheelchair accessible and offers an elevator near the Grand Staircase. They also have wheelchairs available to rent for those who do not have their own personal chairs and PLENTY of accessible parking spaces!
Stroll Branson Landing
Here is the perfect location for all of your shopping needs with plenty of yummy restaurants in the area! (see above) Be sure to watch the Water and Fire Show. (The shows are hourly starting at noon until 10pm. I recommend going when its dark!)
Stroll the Tanger Outlets
This is another great area for shopping while visiting the Branson area.
See a show at Dick Clark Theater
Dick Clark Theater has a wheelchair ramp and plenty of space inside for all wheelchair users. They are very accommodating and have plenty of accessible seats in all areas of the venue.
Top of the Rock Golf Cart Tour
If you are ready for an outdoor adventure through the beauty of nature and caves near Branson, Missouri- this is the tour for you!
*Please note that this tour requires you to be able to transfer into a golf cart.
Branson Free Trolley
The Branson Free Trolley has many stops around the Historic District and Branson Landing. They have a wheelchair lift on each trolley allowing disabled individuals the opportunity to experience these areas.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to have a peaceful getaway and I hope this accessible travel guide gives you the boost you need to book your trip! Please feel free to follow me for more information on accessible travel:
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