4 days in Springfield, Branson & Reeds Spring Itinerary

On the 21st (Fri), appreciate the extensive heritage of History Museum on the Square, take in the architecture and atmosphere at James River Church, see the interesting displays at Route 66 Car Museum, then explore the activities along Valley Watermill Park, and finally try some of the vintages at Oovvda Winery.

To see other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Springfield online holiday planner.

Fort Lauderdale to Springfield is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also fly; or drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Fort Lauderdale in August since evenings lows in Springfield dip to 67°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can go by car to Branson.

Nestled in Missouri's beautiful Ozark Mountains lies one of the country's most attractive vacation towns for year-round family entertainment.

You've added Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, Historic Downtown Branson, Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave, and other attractions to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): take a stroll through Historic Downtown Branson, admire the majestic nature at Table Rock State Park, surround yourself with nature on Lost Canyon Nature Trail - Top of the Rock, then stroll through Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave, then walk around Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, and finally stop by Crooked Sky Trading Post.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Branson trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Springfield to Branson takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 85°F in August, and nighttime lows around 66°F. You'll set off for Reeds Spring on the 23rd (Sun).

Reeds Spring is a city in Stone County, Missouri, United States. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): tee off at Ledgestone Country Club.

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Reeds Spring is just a stone's throw from Branson. In August in Reeds Spring, expect temperatures between 85°F during the day and 66°F at night. You will leave for home on the 24th (Mon).