The Butterfly Rainforest In Missouri That's The Perfect Family Destination
By Beth Price-Williams|Published February 21, 2019
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
We might still be in the throes of winter, but before we know it, summer vacation will be right on our doorstep. Perhaps you’re already planning exciting activities for those scorching summer months. Or, maybe you just want a unique way to spend the day with the family now. Either way, this family destination in Missouri offers something for the whole family – from arts and crafts for the kids to animal encounters for everyone.
Escape to the tropics, without leaving Missouri, when you visit The Butterfly Palace and Rainforest Adventure in Branson.
Stroll among hundreds of exotic butterflies. And, the kids can slip on an authentic Pith helmet and get a close-up view of the rare collection of butterflies with binoculars made just for little ones.
Of course, you'll probably also see butterflies eating and, if you want, you can feed them Nectar Flowers. For a truly memorable experience, sign up to release one of the new butterflies, an activity generally offered several times each day.
But, the magical butterfly aviary is just the beginning of your adventure. Next, visit the Living Rainforest Science Center to view native wildlife, such as geckos, poison dart frogs, and a blue-tongued skink named Harry.
In fact, you can even meet some of the local inhabitants during one of the day's critter encounters. Snap photos of Cory, a pink bellied sideneck turtle, and King, a frilled lizard.
Then, experience a simulation of a real rainforest in the Emerald Forest Mirror Maze. Do you think you can successfully navigate the rainforest maze that only offers dim light?
Embark on a tropical adventure at The Butterfly Palace and Rainforest, currently open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Both daily passes and season passes (good for 15 months) are available.
Click here for the official website of The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure. Or, go here for Facebook.
Have you been to this fun family destination in Missouri? Share your experience in the comments! Then, click here to read about nine epic adventures every Missourian really should take.
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