Great Plains Zoo Tours

Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
From scales to fur and feathers, there are all types of animals to see at Great Plains Zoo. But don't just look, be sure to listen too! You'll hear some incredible noises as you roam around the park.

This Sioux Falls wildlife attraction is a good spot to start your day of sightseeing. There's loads to explore close by, including Denny Sanford Premier Center, Empire Mall, and Falls Park. Take your time at Great Plains Zoo before heading to these other fine sights.

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sioux Falls, SD

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sioux Falls, SD

3 out of 5
Downtown Sioux Falls
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Houston (IAH) to Sioux Falls (FSD)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Staff was friendly, hard working lady in the breakfast room! Location was great

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Hotel On Phillips

Hotel On Phillips

2.5 out of 5
Downtown Sioux Falls
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Houston (IAH) to Sioux Falls (FSD)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,041 reviews)
The character of this property is so unique. Being a former bank and using the vault as an entrance to the bar is so creative

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Hartford SD

AmericInn by Wyndham Hartford SD

2.5 out of 5
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Houston (IAH) to Sioux Falls (FSD)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (705 reviews)
One of the best places we’ve stayed at in many years

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

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Explore the fascinating life of South Dakota's first U.S. Senator R. F. Pettigrew, who was also an explorer and collector of artifacts and archaeology from across the globe. Beautiful Victorian home and a museum of his collections and contributions to the development of Sioux Falls.

Pettigrew Home and Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Pettigrew Home and Museum during your trip to Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

Pettigrew Home and Museum

Delbridge Museum of Natural History

3/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Delbridge Museum of Natural History during your trip to Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

Delbridge Museum of Natural History

Sherman Park

4/5(21 reviews)

After visiting Sherman Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

Sherman Park

USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sioux Falls with a stop at USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial

Thunder Road Family Fun Park

4/5(9 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thunder Road Family Fun Park during your stay in Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

Thunder Road Family Fun Park

Cinemark Century Sioux Falls 14

You can take time to visit Cinemark Century Sioux Falls 14 during your travels to Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Cinemark Century Sioux Falls 14

Best Lodging Options Near Great Plains Zoo

Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr
Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr
3 out of 5
1301 West Russell, I-29 and Exit 81, Sioux Falls, SD
Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls
3 out of 5
4521 W. 41st Street, Sioux Falls, SD
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls
Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls
Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls
3 out of 5
2320 South Louise Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls
Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire
Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire
2 out of 5
3401 Gateway Blvd, I-29 and 41st Street Exit 77, Sioux Falls, SD
Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire
Hotel On Phillips
Hotel On Phillips
2.5 out of 5
100 N Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Hotel On Phillips
Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls
Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls
2.5 out of 5
3200 South Meadow Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls
Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG
Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG
3 out of 5
2505 S Carolyn Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG
Hampton Inn Sioux Falls
Hampton Inn Sioux Falls
2.5 out of 5
2417 S Carolyn Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Hampton Inn Sioux Falls
Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls
Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls
2 out of 5
407 South Lyons Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls
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