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HollisterHollister, Missouri
Half a day or one night if you want a quieter base near Branson: walk the historic strip, eat, then sleep. Not a destination on its own.
Hollister is a small town on Lake Taneycomo, just south of Branson. Its main draw is a short historic commercial strip with a coffee-and-wine café, a few shops and easy access to Branson's shows and attractions. Most travellers use it as a cheaper, quieter place to sleep while visiting Branson.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat and humidity), Dec (Branson holiday crowds push prices up)
- Airports
- BKG · SGF
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Hollister911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Hollister, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBKG Branson Airport (About 10 min drive; limited commercial flights.
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (Vintage Paris)$3–6
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée at a casual restaurant$12–25
- Street or quick mealSandwich or light meal$8–15
- BeerBeer (bottle at a store)$2–4
- Budget bedMotel or budget inn room, a night, per roomUS$60
- Mid-range bedMotel or budget inn room, a night, per roomUS$90
- High-end bedMotel or budget inn room, a night, per roomUS$140
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BKG Branson Airport (About 10 min drive; limited commercial flights. Check) · SGF Springfield-Branson National Airport (About 50 min drive north; most visitors fly here.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C) low), wettest May (11 rain days), driest Jan (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Hollister: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
7 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The historic strip is walkable, but everything else (Branson, grocery stores, attractions) requires driving. Ride-share available but limited.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Branson
goDoor to door: About 10 min
US-65 north, about 5–10 min drive
Shows, theme parks, shopping. Go early to avoid evening traffic.
Springfield, Missouri
goDoor to door: About 1 h
US-65 north, about 50 min
Larger city with museums, Route 66 history and dining.
Table Rock Lake
goDoor to door: About 30 min
MO-76 west, about 20 min
Boating, fishing, hiking; summer peak.
Rockaway Beach, Missouri
goDoor to door: About 20 min
MO-76 west, about 15 min
Small lakefront town with a public beach and park.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Historic Highway 165 / downtown Hollister
Walkable to the café and a few shops; motels and small inns.
Near Branson strip
5–10 min drive north; more chain hotels and resort-style lodging.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Chain hotel room (Hampton, Holiday Inn etc.)1 × 1 night × US$140 | US$140 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental per day (economy)2 × US$40 · check | US$80 |
| Gas per day (approx 50 miles)2 × US$10 | US$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$48 |
| Trip total≈ US$264 per person per day, bed included | US$528 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (Vintage Paris) | $3–6 |
| Sandwich or light meal | $8–15 |
| Dinner entrée at a casual restaurant | $12–25 |
| Beer (bottle at a store) | $2–4 |
| Gallon of gas | $3–4 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Branson traffic on 76 Country Boulevard can add 20–30 min to any drive, especially evenings and weekends.
- Lake Taneycomo is cold year-round (dam release); swimming is not typical.
- Most shops and the café close by 8 pm; plan dinner accordingly.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- SGF to Hollister, taxi or ride-share: about $50–70, 50 min
- BKG to Hollister, taxi or ride-share: about $15–25, 10 min
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- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where is the restroom? — Where is the restroom?
English is universal; no phrasebook needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Hollister. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat and humidity), Dec (Branson holiday crowds push prices up) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place page for Vintage Paris Coffee and Wine Cafe with hours and menu.
- Walking cluster for the historic strip: café, antique shops, lake view.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures for BKG and SGF.
Sources
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