The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure
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3.9/5
Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure worth booking?
The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure is a 1-hour experience in Branson, United States, from $32 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (24)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $32 per person
Celebrate this holiday season at The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure. This magical walk through experience takes you on a journey through thousands of Christmas lights, a visit with Santa Claus, Christmas fami
What you get
About this experience
Celebrate this holiday season at The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure. This magical walk through experience takes you on a journey through thousands of Christmas lights, a visit with Santa Claus, Christmas family activities, and an extended hayride through a portion of the farm and North Pole Adventure. Make it a family tradition this Christmas season at the North Pole Adventure, only at Shepherd of the Hills. Prices start at Ages 4+. Kids 3 and under are FREE for General Admission! Santa is located in the workshop. Professional Photos are additional cost. Santa is gone after Dec 23rd. North Pole Adventure is a rain or shine event and no refunds will be issued due to any closure for inclement weather, though a rain check will be granted. Christmas Light Hayride Hours: 5PM-9PM. Hayride is NOT through Trail of Lights but an extended portion of the farm and North Pole Adventure. The Trail of Lights is not included with the North Pole Adventure.
What's included
Included
- Admission to Inspiration Tower
What you'll see and do
The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama
Celebrate the Spirit of the Season at Shepherd of the Hills at the All-New North Pole Adventure. New in 2020- Live Reindeer!!! This All-New Family Walk Through Experience takes you on a journey through thousands of twinkling Christmas lights, Traditional Christmas Displays, Rudolph's Hayride, Bounce Houses, North Pole Inspiration Tower, Challenge Ropes Course, Little Elves Playground, 9-Hole Mini Golf, Photo Ops, Morgan Chapel Church, Old Matt's Cabin, Meet Santa at Santa's Workshop (thru December 22), Free Hot Chocolate and artisan crafts. Make a NEW Family Tradition this Christmas Season at the ALL NEW, “North Pole Adventure,” only at Shepherd of the Hills.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama
5585 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, Missouri, 65616-8129, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama · 5585 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, Missouri, 65616-8129, United States
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Shepherd of the Hills
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Good for families
6 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
24 verified traveler reviews for The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We loved it!!!
Worth every penny! We had soooo much fun at North Pole Adventure. Fun for all ages! We had ages 60 to 7! This will be our new tradition for our Branson Christmas trip. Love that we rode through the light and did not have to drive! Ready to go back again! Do your tickets and waivers online and go right in!
via Tripadvisor
Great Way To Kick Off The Christmas Season
We take the grandkids every year and they Love it. We had great weather this year. My wife and I listened to the music for an hour and half while the kids, with their parents went and played
Response from the operator: Thank you for visiting us for North Pole Adventure! We are so glad you could take advantage of the beautiful weather we have had, and that you were able to enjoy the live music. We happy to hear that your family took advantage of all the activities we had to offer.
via Tripadvisor
Christmas Fun in the Ozarks
This is a fun time at a decent price. It feels very festive and there are a lot of different activities. Everything is extra though. As an example, getting to see Santa is an additional fee and the wait times were very long when we were there. We even waited for a time when fewer people were there. I would also note that the parking is a bit odd since the location is in the hills. That said, it is something we would definitely do again. The play area is great for small children. So, next time we would go a little earlier to do that and then be there when all of the Christmas lights come on for the other activities.
via Tripadvisor
Pumpkin Patch meets Christmas
This was an enjoyable afternoon and evening activity. We got there right when they opened. No line to get in which was nice. Lots of different photo op places which are nicely done. Saw a reindeer. Didn't see Santa, but there was no line for him and the one little boy who had just come out from seeing him was over the moon elated!! Could tell his Dad enough about him! Petting zoo is more like looking at goats. We couldn't go inside. The obstacle course, tree house maze, and mini golf were all fun and well kept. The hay rack ride is nice and will take you up to the top of the hill (inspiration tower). The chapel was beautiful and well maintained. Small food and drink items available. We also ate on site at the Shepherd Mill Restaurant which was delicious. Separate Review. I would call this a smaller attraction, more like a small pumpkin patch environment. They are doing great and hope they keep adding more and more to it to make it even bigger!!
via Tripadvisor
BEST CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
WHAT A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE!!! --- Best SANTA EVER!!! He took time to talk to every child after the "traditional" Santa Lap photos were taken. Joked with them -- even reminded them what CHRISTMAS is REALLY about! Seeing reindeer up-close was exciting for the kids ---- Excellent choice for our family..... Was not packed, so you could enjoy your time there. The attendants working the rope course were very nice to our children ( ages 8 and 4) and helped them/kept them calm, so they could experience climbing and zipping around the course! As a LOCAL - I will highly recommend this to people next year during the holidays, and we can't wait to come back when it is warmer to do more climbing!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Branson.
How much does The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure cost?
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Prices start at $32 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Branson usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Branson is not rushed.
Is The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Branson, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Branson can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Branson and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Shepherd of the Hills North Pole Adventure start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Branson within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Branson?
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Branson is show country: theatre productions, dinner cruises on Table Rock Lake, Silver Dollar City, Ozark cave tours and duck boat alternatives on the water. Show tickets vary in seating tier, so we weight listings that spell it out. On Outty we rank every Branson experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Haygoods: Branson's Most Popular Show, The Petersens at The Little Opry Theatre in Branson, Branson Murder Mystery- Branson's Original #1 Murder Mystery. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Branson?
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April to June and September to December for the Christmas season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Branson?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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