Visit The Dakotas
Where to stay in The Dakotas
Downtown Sioux Falls
While visiting Downtown Sioux Falls, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Old Courthouse Museum.
Historic Rapid City
Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.
West Acres
While visiting West Acres, you might make a stop by sights like West Acres Mall and Roger Maris Museum.
Westgate
Though Westgate might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like West Acres Mall and Red River Zoo.
Bluemont Lakes
Bluemont Lakes might not have many top sights, but Red River Zoo and West Acres Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Prairiewood
When in Prairiewood, you can plan a visit to West Acres Mall and Red River Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Popular places to visit
Mount Rushmore
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
Custer State Park
Custer State Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Travel back in time to the badlands, a world of bison, never-ending prairies and lively pioneer towns.
Wall Drug
Learn about the local history of Wall with a stop at Wall Drug. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's coffeehouses.
Things to do
Mt Rushmore + Black Hills Sunset & Stargazing
- Mount Rushmore
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Badlands National Park
- Custer State Park
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Black Hills National Forest
- North Dakota State University
- Watiki Water Park
- Fargodome
- Wall Drug
- Crazy Horse Memorial
- West Acres Mall
- Denny Sanford Premier Center
- Falls Park
- Needles Highway
- Terry Peak Ski Area
- Sylvan Lake
- The Monument Civic Center
- Sanford Medical Center
- Wind Cave National Park
- Alerus Center
- Sanford USD Medical Center
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit Visitor Center
- Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts
- Deadwood Mountain Grand
- University of North Dakota
- Cadillac Jacks Casino
- Main Street Square
- Empire Mall
- Monument Health
- Ellsworth Air Force Base