The Dakotas
Travel Guide
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.
Downtown Deadwood
While visiting Downtown Deadwood, you might make a stop by sights like Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado.
Northwest Sioux Falls
While visiting Northwest Sioux Falls, you might make a stop by sights like Sanford Pentagon and Sioux Falls Arena.
Mall District
While visiting Mall District, you might make a stop by sights like Empire Mall and The District.
West Boulevard Historic District
While West Boulevard Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Main Street Square and Central States Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fargo Inn and Suites
"While the room itself was great for the price, we were very happy with Tanner at the front desk who was kind thoughtful and understanding. Great stay for the price and a friendly host! Thank you, Tanner!"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center
"The room was a little run down. Bathroom door was hard to shut, bath tub had some damage and rust. The breakfast area is really dark but the food taste good. The pool was nice and the kids had fun there. No pool towels, even after asking at the front desk."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
NEW! Glamping A-Frames, Stargazer 2 at Dakota Dream
"What a cool place! Quiet and serene, we will most definitely come back."
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
"Very clean room, comfy beds, loved layout of room and that we had separate bedrooms, a living room area and kitchen. Staff was very nice."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
NEW! Glamping A-Frames, Stargazer 2 at Dakota Dream
"What a cool place! Quiet and serene, we will most definitely come back."
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
Spearfish Cottages
"We enjoyed this quiet cottage right next to Spearfish creek and within walking distance of restaurants, downtown, and the beautiful bike path. The cottage was clean and homey. Communication when one of the outlets next to the bed didn't work was quick and efficient as they gave us an extension cord ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
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.
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.
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.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Travel back in time to the badlands, a world of bison, never-ending prairies and lively pioneer towns.
The Black Hills
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Black Hills during your travels in Hill City. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
- Mount Rushmore
- Custer State Park
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Badlands National Park
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Black Hills National Forest
- Watiki Water Park
- West Acres Mall
- The Black Hills
- North Dakota State University
- Fargodome
- Wall Drug
- Crazy Horse Memorial
- Falls Park
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
- Sylvan Lake
- Denny Sanford Premier Center
- Sanford Medical Center
- Wind Cave National Park
- The Monument Civic Center
- Main Street Square
- Empire Mall
- Scheels Arena
- Cadillac Jacks Casino
- North Dakota State Fairgrounds
- Terry Peak Ski Area
- Monument Health
- Ralph Engelstad Arena
- Sanford Medical Center Fargo
- Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
- Deadwood Mountain Grand
- Needles Highway