City: Branson, MO

Category: Shopping

Telephone: (417) 335-4832

Address: 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway

Description: When you think IMAX, you think big movies, and that’s the big draw here (see the Attractions chapter). It’s also home to the Little Opry Theatre (see The Shows chapter). However, the 21 shops and kiosks in the center provide some interesting diversion before the shows as well as some excellent buys. Shadow Box Gifts, (417) 335-4832, provides home appointments and decorations. It’s Unique, (417) 334-5008, offers odd and interesting gifts and items “for kids 1 to 90.” Fabulous Finds, (417) 336-2983, allows you to buy that ostentatious diamond without being a millionaire—and some great fragrances that smell like the real thing but at a lower cost. The Clock Shop, (417) 336-8777, offers clocks from grandfather to mantle and miniatures as well as a variety of time-theme collectibles. If you get hungry, you’ll find help at the Fudgery (always a show there!) and at McFarlain’s Restaurant.