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    Christina A.

    Visited here on a Thursday and Friday, Thursday was better than Friday. We were able to get on everything on Thursday and did re-rides of what we liked Friday. Time traveler is awesome! The park has a lot of hills. Some of the restaurants closed early, wasn't sure if it was the time of year we were there or because it was a weekday. Food is okay in the park, nothing spectacular. Make sure to check out the cave tour!

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    Cassandra S.

    We can on thanksgiving and this was the way to go for sure! Hardly busy open from 4-10 pm. There was a parade, tree lighting ceremonies and so many Christmas festivities! Staff was so pleasant throughout. The cutest little shops! Only wish it wasn't a "dry" park

    Kristi O.

    I loved my time here and can't wait to go back. The rides are great but the people and the shows and activities are amazing. I loved the fall decor. We attended the church service on Sunday and this is amazing that it is an option and the chapel is beautiful. The food is also great variety and really good. It is not too expensive for a theme park. Also the free parking with shuttle is great. Overall the family friendly and Christian community here is wonderful. The only negative is the hills hurt when walking and you need to be prepared or really in shape to do the entire park.

    Alison M.

    We enjoyed Silver Dollar City. My husband is from Missouri (St. Louis) and has been here a few times but it's been over 10 years since his last visit when my stepson was much younger. He highly built this up to me and so I was excited while on a family vacation this summer to St. Louis and the Ozarks we knew this was a must-see thing. We visited on Juneteenth so it was a federal holiday and it was HOT and very crowded. To the point where lines for every ride and every food counter were very long and walking around was very uncomfortable with the stroller - additionally, very little seating anywhere around the park and it's very hill-y and requires a lot of walking up and down sloped inclines. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to do the main event - Marvel Cave. But, we did enjoy sightseeing with our baby and listening to some live music and looking around the park. Hopefully, on a return visit when our daughter is older we can ride rides and tour the cave. It's a cute historic-themed amusement park. Worth a visit if you're in Branson or nearby.

    Cinnamon bread yummm
    Lindsey D.

    I couldn't even list all the amazing things about Silver Dollar City. But as an aspiring Elite Yelper I'll certainly try... lol PARKING: Free parking. Tiered parking if you want to pay various amounts and skip the tram. Several days we did late entry and the parking lot was empty so we parked super close skipping the tram which saved time at closing when there is a slight line for the tram. Other choose to walk and it gives an estimate of time on a sign of how long it will take you to walk to your specific lot. SDC CHURCH: Sunday 10am we loved the Wilderness Church service. Very accommodating and welcoming to all who wanted to attend. Near the front of the park. Sang several and a message from pastor. Truly enjoyed. HANDS ON: We petted goats and donkeys, saw a horse barn, pottery being made, glass and pottery shops, build a bear shop, Treehouse play area for kids, rode the carousel countless times, a real steam train plus "robbers" show, Flooded Mines shooting ride for littles, and WHOLE fire district with Lucky meet and greet, hot air balloons, ladder ride, mini swings, fire wagon ride, the indoor playhouse for littles and AC for adults, several water areas like mister and splash pad and rides to cool down such as the super popular Mystic, lots of shaded seating along the path, plenty of bathrooms, cute shops. EXCITEMENT: Incredible roller coasters like Powder Keg, Wildfire, Time Traveler, walk across the swinging bridge, watching the bread makers, the circus show, FIRE IN THE HOLE was incredible we rode it so many times, balloon toss game at the plaza, the teacups and wings of wonder and giant swings WITH the littles at the back of the park and the grand exposition roller coaster my daughter loved. FOOD: We generally brought our own food, water, snacks but since we were there several days we did buy a few items. The cinnamon bread!!! Yummmmm. And Starbucks coffee served iced or hot everywhere. Pizza at Crossroads was made fresh and cheese was quality. Kid meal prices are great, ice cream DELISH (hi blueberry swirl near giant swings) and (hi chocolate ice cream at Hannah's w the AC) FAVORITES: Grandfather's mansion is soooo cool for kids. My 5 and 4 year old went in countless times. A unique walk through experience. CAVE: Marvel CAVE included with price of admission! (Can pay extra for lantern 5:30pm tour) Incredible view, great cave tour guide. Not as challenging as I thought it would be. But the train out DID work for us. Def worth attending if you don't mind stairs. My 4 and 5 year old loved it! SDC HACK: It's easy to come in the AM take an afternoon break then catch a few hours end of day. Esp if you stay nearby. We had an Airbnb at Cove Point. UNLIMITED SUMMER PASS: We were here for 6 days in June 2025. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating. We made memories that will last forever. I highly recommend Silver Dollar City and you should get the unlimited summer pass so you don't feel rushed to fit everything into 1-2 days. It really made a difference! I came as a kid and this was just such an amazing full circle experience bringing my littles who loved it with my hubby and parents.

    Face painting near Thunderation & Time Traveler!
    Natalie M.

    Fun amusement park! Loved all the Christmas lights & rides! It can be a bit confusing but there are plenty of maps and signage showing you where to go. There is a little something for everyone from shops to crafts, food, kiddie rides, face painting & rides for us thrill seekers! It is a bit hilly so be sure to wear comfy shoes & rest assured there is a tram from free parking right to the main gate! Our family had a great time! Thanks SDC, we will be back!

    Sobia B.

    Silver Dollar City is a charming, old-time-themed park that leans fully into its 1880s aesthetic, and honestly, that's where a lot of its magic comes from. The pace of the park is definitely on the slower, more relaxed side--this isn't the place where you're sprinting from ride to ride all day. Instead, it's more about taking your time, enjoying the atmosphere, and soaking in the craftsmanship, music, and mountain-town vibe. The attractions are fun, with a mix of coasters, classic rides, and live demonstrations that fit right into the theme. It's the kind of place where you can spend half an hour watching someone blow glass or make candy and somehow not feel like you're missing out on anything. The staff is friendly, helpful, and clearly proud of the park. They add a lot to the experience. That said, they're not quite at the "Disney magic" level--few places are--as sometimes staff didn't have great answers for delays and were slow in ushering people into rides. Overall, Silver Dollar City is a great time if you appreciate a slower pace, handcrafted charm, and an immersive old-time atmosphere. It's not trying to be a high-octane mega-park; it's its own unique thing, and that's exactly why it works.

    Scotty G.

    Updating my previous review: More parking lots, more people, even longer lines for everything. At what point does a place get to where they realize there's just too many people to accommodate? It got to be shoulder-to-shoulder at nearly every point in the entire park. TO SDC MANAGEMENT: Please don't let greed overtake you. There's just too many people allowed in the park at once. It's gotten to where it's not fun anymore.

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    Beth F.

    This place is really fun! The roller coasters are really fun, lots of shops, and shows. We had a blast here.

    Erin B.

    This was our first visit to Silver Dollar City and it was so much fun! We paid for parking and got pretty close to the entrance for $20. There was a big variety of rides and attractions which worked for our family because we enjoyed a little bit of everything. We loved all of the water rides best because of the heat . We went ahead and did the cave tour and that was really cool, but longer than we expected. I definitely wouldn't recommend bringing little children on the tour because there were a lot of stairs and things got pretty steep/slippery. The food was fairly reasonably priced though and pretty yummy! The atmosphere was nice and very friendly. One thing I found surprising was the amount of people on motorized scooters & they were often in the way. We had three rides break down which was frustrating, but all in all it was a fun time. Definitely will be back!

    Melissa I.

    I would give this place 3.5 if I could. I really wanted to visit this place my entire life, I finally did and while I did enjoy parts of it and it was BEAUTIFUL with the Christmas lights. I have never seen so many people inside a park. It was just not enjoyable. I would never come back during the holidays or recommend it. The only ride I really cared about going on was 'Fire in the Hole' and I waited an hour and was able to get on. I also enjoyed 'Outlaw Run' which was CRAZY in the dark at night. They were both a great ride; definitely worth the wait for me. Because it was so busy, I did spend most of my time going into the shops which were wonderful. I also had the tasting pass which was great and definitely worth the price. The lines were insanity for food so I couldn't get everything I waited; some of those lines just never moved so I had to leave them. However, the food I did have was great! All the staff was friendly, the parade was cute but again... INSANITY due to the busyness in the park. The layout of this park for me was SO confusing and the app did not really help me because it kept freezing up. I don't know if I would come back or recommend -- DEFINITELY not the Holiday Season. Although, I had no idea that parking was free and that was a great surprise!

    Justin S.

    This is hands down the BEST THEME PARK IN THE COUNTRY! I came here all the way from Tampa Florida. I enjoyed Dollywood so I figured I'd love this park as well. I was not wrong. It was amazing! The cheap buffet at molly's mill was great. The rollercoasters were fantastic. The atmosphere is just perfect. I highly recommend this park to anyone who is near the area or anyone who enjoys themeparks. Check out my full tour on youtube just search mrbucketlist silverdollar city on youtube.

    Christmas store

    Silver Dollar City was SO much fun. I loved all the rides, and there are so many great places to eat. The food options are amazing--things like mashed potatoes, pot roast, Italian breadsticks, and so many other treats. There are also really cool shops where you can buy pottery, get a custom necklace, and find unique handmade items. The drive there is a bit hilly, and there's a lot of walking once you're inside, but it's 100% worth it. It's especially fun if you're taking kids. Overall, such a great experience and definitely a place I'd go back to.

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    Ask the Community - Silver Dollar City

    Can you bring your own snacks into the park?

    Yes! Just no glass containers or large coolers.

    What's the price of a ticket?

    Looks like 89$ for adults. Prices do not include tax. Ages 4-11 & 65+ Available For $10 Less Per Ticket. Children under 3 are free.

    Do they serve alcoholic beverages in the restaurants?

    I believe they do not sell any alcohol in the park.

    How much does it cost to get in?

    Best to check the website. They have different deals. Multi day etc. An adult one day is $74. Kids 4-11 $64. Seniors $72. I think after 5 pm during harvest fest it's $55. Military members children 11 below get in free with paid admission. Under 4… Read more

    Are masks required?

    Not when I was there.

    Do tickets need to be printed or will the accept the e ticket?

    It appears they need to be printed from the FAQ section on SDC's website. A copy and paste follows.… Read more

    Do they have electric wheelchairs to rent?

    Yes they do. Most people rent them on arrival. However if you plan to go on a busy day you may want to call ahead and reserve one. The online link in this copied and pasted statement appears broken on the page.… Read more

    Can you bring your own strollers or do you have to rent theirs?

    You can definitely bring your own or you can rent the ones they offer, they are $15 and $20 for the single or double stroller. But we bring our own almost every time we go.

    What will be the best day to visit this week July1-7?

    I would go either on the third or the fifth because the fourth will be a nightmare

    Are there lockers to rent for backpacks and personal items? How big are the lockers?

    You can rent lockers. And the lockers are floating lockers so you can change lockers throughout the park and not have to pay each time you're getting a new locker.

    Any events happening in April?

    April has the Festival of Wonder from Apr 11-29. There is also Young Christians Weekend the 6-8.

    How much is it to get in and are the entertainments free?

    It's best to check online. Prices can vary. Today it is $40 (December 28th 2017) they can be $68 I think with a season pass being cheaper than two one day tickets. Discounts for Seniors and a deal for Military too. Once you are in all the… Read more

    How are the lines to get on rides in this park? Here in Texas at our Six flags it's absolute torture, you could wait in line for two ours in the beating sun as there isn't much shade at allow

    Not to bad. I usually attend on Sunday's and the wait is usually under ten minutes for most rides. If it's hot the water rides can be lengthy. Of course Saturday's are worse. During the Christmas season most people are there for the lights and the… Read more

    Can you upgrade your tickets to a season pass after you leave the park? We thought we saw that on signs in the park, but have not been able to locate the site to do that

    Yes for $45 but it has to be the same day that you are at the park. it only includes the same park you are attending.

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    Came here with my daughter and grandson. It was about 10 o'clock at night when we got our tickets…read moreand didn't get on the coaster until 11:30. If we knew how long it was gonna take to get on the coaster we wouldn't have gone that late. I think the people that give you your tickets should say how long of a wait it would be before you actually wait in line. The track was very pretty all lit up, but what I didn't like was it was very fast and around every turn I thought the coaster was gonna fly right off the track. I kept pulling back for the brakes to slow it down a bit but the brakes didn't work at all. My daughter said the same thing. I love coasters, but I just didn't feel safe on this one. Maybe that's just the way mountain coasters are I'm used to amusement park coasters.

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