Unfortunately, my experience with Branson Scenic Railway was very disappointing. I paid $70 for a "scenic" ride that was primarily a view of trees on one side and a rocky hill on the other with an occasional glimpse of historic structures and points of interest. If you looked VERY quickly. Additionally, sitting literally knee to knee with other passengers was not comfortable. I would rate my experience a 3 out of 10. I would not recommend this ride at all. read more

We went today with our group of friends. WAY overpriced- no views- moldy-smelling trains with tacky decorations. The audio was either too loud or you couldn't hear it. Honestly, we waited a whole year to do the fall foliage trip and it was the biggest disappointment and waste of money I have ever spent. I DO NOT recommend this trip. You'd be better off taking a ride up 65- you'll have better views. read more

This is a cool experience, but the scenery isn't much to look at. The photo attaches is the best view we got and it was at the end. Mostly trees and a couple long dark tunnels. The food was alright, it was disappointing to hear at the end that it was catered from Golden Corral. The wait staff was very nice and they handed out roses at the end which was a nice touch. Overall, it's fun for a unique experience on a night out. But it is underwhelming compared to the description read more

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We rode the dinner train last week. It was fun, but overpriced, in our opinion. They don't offer a Military discount which is odd in such a military friendly city. Our salad had water left in bottom of the bowl upon completion, so it was frozen at some point. Our prime rib & vegetables were luke warm, but still tasty. Lettisha aka Lety was awesome, our water & tea glasses were never empty & the rolls w/butter were amazing. The 20 mile out n back ride into Arkansas was ok, but tall trees close to rail line kept us from a good view. There were a couple places along the way with enough opening to see the fall colors. Sadly it's one & done for us. Lastly, there is no way to guarantee that you will go north or south until day of & it is due to the rail traffic. Or that's what we were told. Seems like this day & with technology you should know a few days/weeks ahead of time. read more

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Scenic should not be in the title. We did many things in Branson and love them all with the exception of the scenic railway. It's basically a train ride through the trees. Zero scenic views. If you're wanting to experience a short train ride, this may be the tour for you. If you think you're going to see something beautiful in the Ozarks, save your money. read more

This was so so so boring! i can't believe we wasted nearly 2 hours on this. nothing to see, and it isn't even on a loop. it's 45 minutes one way - then we do it again in reverse!! unbelievable that they charge for this. also, if you have kids, don't even bother. they're bored (as were all the adults) after 15 minutes. terrible. read more

We had a great time. All the staff was wonderful. The Train cars are all taken care of very well. The concession booth is fair pricing. You get to relax and look at the landscape, will be even more beautiful in the fall with the leaves changing. I think it's important to remember it's not a Disneyland ride or a show off the Strip. If you have littles bring extra activities for them and enjoy the ride! read more

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Photos say it all. This was a waste of time and money! My kids and I did not enjoy the ride as it was quite boring and all you saw is what you see in this picture the whole time...TREES!!! No waterfalls nothing extra. The train smelled. Not the scenic experience we expected not even close! Completely disappointed not like other train rides we have taken. read more

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Fun relaxing time. I would like to take try it again in the fall. The bright plush green trees of August blocked most of the views. Still, it was beautiful. read more

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Save your money & time unless you just want to say you rode a train. ZERO scenery .Both side of track covered with trees or rock.

unfortunately this was a complete waste of money and time. I should have picked up on cues from the beginning. I bought three $40 tickets in person from a woman working the counter who acted like she didn't want to be bothered. Then once on the train we saw nothing but mostly trees the entire way. it's hard to hear the narrator throughout much of the ride depending on where you are sitting. also, this ride has a very intrusive photographer who pressures you into taking a photo during a random part of the ride and then comes back around to sell you that photo you never wanted to take. in our case the young, heavyset girl with glasses insulted us by just handing over our picture and just standing there. she then said she was confused and the quietness wasn't helping. I asked her what was the question or intent she was trying to make. let's just say I found her to be very off putting and overall this was pointless and there are SO MANY other things to do with your hard earned money than waste it on this ride through trees. you can take much more interesting routes in your car and save $40 a piece doing it. read more

We went on the Dinner Train. It include caesar salad, a choice of Prime Rib or chicken, fried potatoes and mixed vegetables and a marble type slice of cake. The trip itself was lovely and relaxing with a gentleman playing an accordion in a car. However, the left A LOT to be desired. The salad that was waiting for us at the table was withered and limp and very unappetizing, however the rolls were great. We chose the Prime Rib which was about 34% uncooked fat. The meat itself was definitely not of a high standard and was somewhat chewing. The potatoes were okay but the mixed vegetable were bland and mushy. The wining grace of the plate was the Au Jus. Dessert seemed like a discount store cake. We were later I formed that Golden Corral catered the meal. Very disappointed. The trip cost about $85 per person. Think twice about having the dinner and bring your own food! read more

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When this attraction first opened Iʻm sure it was "scenic". Unfortunately, in 2024 all you see is trees, 99% of your view is obscured by overgrown trees & bushes. Our meal was good but not worth the price we paid to see trees. read more

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If you like being nostalgic or want to just enjoy a good , relaxing train ride, this is a nice activity. Do not expect great views and scenery. This ride south into Arkansas does not have that. I'm sure the ride in Autumn is breathtaking because of so many trees. I do not recommend this ride for young children or those who need activity to be happy. read more

Was nothing scenic about this train ride. The only thing we seen was trees. Very disappointed and a big waste of money. Would not recommend.

I was so excited to take this Scenic train ride. But it was very disappointing to me. The trees were right up against the window so you couldn't see out to much at all. For an almost 2-hour ride there was about 10 minutes a scenery. Very Disappointed, would not recommend to anyone. read more

This was my first time on a train, an experience I had been looking forward to my entire life. The conductors were extremely kind and even paused to chat, give us tips on how to enhance our experience, and take a picture. The narration was nice. There wasn't much that was very "scenic" however. It was mostly just trees and rocks. The first few minutes of the trip is just looking at completely run down trailer homes. Even when you do get to see something other than trees or rocks, it's very brief. That being said, it was still fun! Wish it was closer to $15 a person and not $30. read more

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This is a nice train ride I believe that it could cost a little less because it really does nothing but go out about an hour to Arkansas and then returns. There is a a guy that tells you about a few things along the way but it could be better. Pull off somewhere let people get out and see the area or don't charge people with young children let children ride for $5 with a parent this is really a kids ride anyway. This ride is nothing like the train ride to the Grand Canyon they at least had a pretend train robbery show for the children and the young at heart adults. That's train could do the same thing!! I really only wanted to give 2 stars read more

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there is nothing scenic about this train ride! all you see on both sides is trees, with a very occasional opening. 4 of us were extremely disappointed. you will see a whole lot more driving through the Ozarks in your own car! it was a definite waste of time and money. they should change their name to Branson Train Ride, take the scenic out of it. read more

Ok. So let's start with the wait. This train can seat 200 people. We waited outside and there are maybe 6 benches for like 12 people to sit. The area is not too big so very crowded for those standing and waiting. Imagine waiting here in this area at 90F or hotter. The train itself is very nice as well as the staff. No complaints there. But the trip is 2 hours of time you will not get back. They call it "scenic" but you cannot see anything. Most of the trip goes down the line where trees and overgrowth are so dense you see very little of the area. It is one hour in one direction and then stops and goes back the same route in reverse. If you want to relax and experience a train ride it is fine, but don't expect to see any of the "scenic" area you were expecting. My recommendations to the business... Get some trees along the route cut down. Provide entertainment in the cars. Williams, Arizona would be a great act to follow. Lastly, provide more seating in the waiting area. Maybe consider shade covering over the train loading area to let people sit and wait there too. I would also add water misters for hot days. read more

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Very nice peaceful train ride. The countryside views were great. Sat in the dome car and enjoyed the ride with my family. This is just a rail car ride in the Ozark region of Missouri and Arkansas so don't expect major excitement but it's something you can always remember and say you did. The tunnels are very cool too. read more

We got to ride on an restored antique train today! Folks, it ain't an amusement ride! Riding the Branson Scenic Railway is a way to step into the past. It's low on the exciting meter, but we didn't expect it to be anything but a pleasant ride through the countryside. Because we are in the Ozarks, the train runs through corridors of stacked rock. If you sit on the side of the train furthest from the station, you'll see less rock and more trees. And trees is what you'll see - don't take this train if you are looking for wide vistas. If you buy your tickets online, ahead of time, you get on the train earlier than those who buy the day of. That gives you a choice of cars and those observation domes, where seating is limited. Once everyone is seated you can check the other cars for better seating, if you like. The windows on our car were squeaky clean. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. They played a nice selection of big band music and the restroom was clean. Sandwiches, snacks and drinks are offered in the cafe car. All in all, a nice way to have lunch, while enjoying a quiet, relaxing ride. They take AAA. read more

Do not waste your time and money on this non-scenic train! We took the train at the end of September for our anniversary, the dinner train and we were seated in the dome. The food was okay, not what we ordered but the scenic ride was horrible. We went toward Reed Spring and our scenic trip included the charcoal plant, green leave on trees with slightly hidden abandoned shams and mobile homes. Our neighborhood is more scenic than that ride. That horrible disappointing train ride will be etched in our minds forever as the worst anniversary we ever had! read more

This was the WORST experience in Branson... the name says Branson senic railway but there was nothing whatsoever senic about the ride. You basically went from point A to point B and saw NOTHING except a few shrubs and trees on the west side and nothing but a wall of rocks on the east side. And when you went through the 2 tunnels you saw nothing but darkness. I would not recommend this railway experience to anyone unless you want to fall asleep. I wish I had read the reviews before I went. read more

This was the most boring hour and a half of my life. Don't waste your money unless you like a train ride through the woods

We enjoyed the train ride but there wasn't a lot to see. We went through a lot of trees and had limited visuals unless you were in the high rise cars. The high rise cars were like being in a green house..... hot. read more

It's just as one would expect from a tourist railway. Not fast, but over an hour and a half ride through trees, rocks, creeks, and lots of nature. There is air conditioning so don't believe the reviews that say there isn't. Also, go toward the farthest point of the train for the comfiest seats - no one told us that until we were going already. read more

The best part of this train ride was the conductor On the platform! Then crossing over the lake! After that I was nauseous and was not much to see! The trees hid the mountains! The staff was very nice! read more

Sadly it's a 1 star, save your money and spend it on Amtrak to go somewhere nice for same cost and get far better scenery far nicer seats etc The views are trees and they sell too many tickets so no seats left in observation cars seats we uncomfortable and they don't let you bring food or drink forcing you to buy their airport priced overpriced drinks and food. read more

Scenic? Hardly. You spend probably 80 of the 90 minutes of the ride looking at either a wall of blasted rock about 10 feet from the window or a wall of green foliage even closer. When you could see something, it was a trailer park. In addition, the speaker in our car worked less than 50% of the time. We were so disappointed in this excursion. Way overpriced at $35pp. read more

Don't waste your money. I would never recommend this train ride to anyone. $99 for an adult, a senior & a toddler only to go forwards and backwards through the trees. The name Branson Scenic Route is extremely misleading as there was nothing scenic about it all. I saw more views on the drive to Branson vs. the train. read more

Took the dinner train. There is no scenery. Rock walls and up close and personal trees the entire way. The prime rib had to be returned because you couldn't chew it, but they graciously gave us chicken which was moist and delicious. The salad was good but the dessert was much too sweet. I would not waste your money read more

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It was ok, but nothing exciting, or even pretty or interesting to view. It is a train ride that you see some trees and a few cows. Nothing exciting or beautiful. read more

6/1/2023 Save your money and put your time to better use. The ride is 3 hours long through dense trees so you see nothing of the Ozark countryside. The only good thing was that, as a veteran, we only paid half price. read more

My husband and I went on the Branson Scenic Railway and were completely disappointed. There was nothing scenic about it. It went along the junkiest route we had ever seen. It looked as though everyone dumped all their old stoves, refrigerators, trash and everything else you could think of! Also, it goes 20 miles one way, then they changed the engine and went back the way it came! Ridiculous! Do Not Waste your money! Take in another show instead, they are all very good! read more

Relaxing: that's what this activity has to offer. Calm, serene, a chance to unwind, breathe, maybe chat with fellow travelers. If you are an adrenaline junky this will not be enjoyable for you. There's no Cell service. If you abhor boredom don't frustrate yourself. Please Leave that space open for those who appreciate the quiet moments of life. Leave the seats open for those who need a chance to disengage from the bustle of the world and step back into a simpler time. The trees are gorgeous! Growing tall, stretching to the ever expanding sky. The only thing that this train needs is a sleeping car, I would have loved to have a pillow and a blanket. read more

Frosted windows prevented me from seeing a clean window! The railway cart had cold air blowing out the vents. Mind you it's April 1st with 48 degree outside! (I was cold for 2 hrs riding this train) My 8 yr old love trains; he was bored because the train only goes 25mph. All you see is trees- nothing unique or cool about this $94 overpriced tourist ripoff! The music played in the speaker is annoying. P.s. you don't have to wear your mask when you on the train and for children under 13 years old. #nobueno read more

Nice ride and time filler. Not good for someone like my husband who has ADHD. The staff was great. The snacks were not good. I think the dinner train would be a better experience. read more

We had a lot of fun on the train! Other reviews complain about it just being trees or whatever but that's kind of what the whole area is - trees. For my family, it was much less about what we were going to see and much more about the experience of the ride itself. We lucked out and got dome car seats and my whole family loved it! The staff was very friendly and it was a really neat experience for us. I don't think it's something we would repeat and do again, but it's totally worth doing at least once while you're in the area. read more

Branson Scenic Railway - In the dome car! Even the big kids enjoyed it! - Amusement Parks Near Me - Branson, Missouri

We looked forward to a SCENIC train ride through the Ozarks however, we just drove along the highway, through the forests. Nothing much to see, very disappointing however, the old train cars & the music playing from the 1940's was very nostalgic. Reminded us of the movie White Christmas when they sat in the dining car singing "snow" (yes, we are senior citizens :) ) We did enjoy the ride but not the scenery we expected. read more