The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure
Rating
Family of 4
$60–$80 for a family of 4 with standard admission.
Duration
1.5–2.5 hours
Best Ages
1–12
About
The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure is one of Branson's most enchanting family attractions, featuring a walk-through tropical butterfly conservatory where hundreds of live butterflies fly freely around visitors. Children of all ages are captivated watching the brilliant butterflies up close, and many experience the delight of having one land on their hand or shoulder. The attraction also includes a Rainforest Adventure exhibit showcasing exotic reptiles, insects, and amphibians, a Banyan Tree walk-through mirror maze, and an educational chrysalis viewing station where kids can observe the butterfly life cycle in real time.
The fully indoor, climate-controlled environment makes it an excellent rainy-day option. The Butterfly Palace is particularly magical for infants, toddlers, and young children who respond viscerally to the colorful flying creatures surrounding them.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
true
Kid Meals
snacks only
Setting
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings when it's less crowded and butterflies are most active
Wait Times
Minimal wait — timed entry tickets help manage flow
Nearby Food
Multiple restaurants on Hwy 76 / Branson Strip within 5 minutes.
Why Kids Love It
The Butterfly Palace is a magical experience where hundreds of live butterflies freely fly around visitors in a lush tropical environment. Young children are completely enchanted watching and trying to attract butterflies to land on them. The attached Rainforest Adventure exhibit adds another layer with exotic reptiles and insects to observe.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Wear bright colors or floral patterns to attract butterflies to land on you.
- Move slowly and avoid sudden movements inside the butterfly enclosure.
- The Banyan Tree mirror maze is a crowd favorite with kids of all ages.
- Butterfly chrysalis viewing area lets kids watch the life cycle up close.
- Visit on a weekday morning when the attraction is less crowded and butterflies are more active.
What to Bring
- No special equipment needed — just patience and slow movements
- Camera — butterflies landing on kids makes for memorable photos
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$60–$80 for a family of 4 with standard admission.
Tips to Save
- ["Book online for slight discounts vs walk-up pricing."
- ,"Wear bright colors — butterflies are attracted to them and may land on you."
- ,"The rainforest area is included in standard admission — no upsell required."
- ,"Branson coupon books sometimes include discounts."
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 9AM-5PM
- Monday
- 9AM-5PM
- Sunday
- 9AM-5PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-5PM
- Saturday
- 9AM-5PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-5PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-5PM
