Historic Rapid City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Art Alley

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Art Alley during your trip to Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this family-friendly area.

Art Alley
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Bear Country USA

5/5(5 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Bear Country USA home during your travels in Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Bear Country USA
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Reptile Gardens

5/5(2 reviews)

Visit the animals who live at Reptile Gardens during your travels in Colonial Pine Hills. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's notable monuments.

Reptile Gardens
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Main Street Square

4/5(5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rapid City when you take a trip to Main Street Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Main Street Square
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Museum of the American Bison

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Museum of the American Bison in Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Museum of the American Bison
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Watiki Water Park

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Watiki Water Park during your visit to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Watiki Water Park

Activities

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Mt Rushmore "Bundle" - w/Crazy Horse/Needles/Iron Mtn-Public

AU$452
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mt Rushmore "Bundle" - w/Crazy Horse/Needles/Iron Mtn-Public
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From Rapid City: Private Spearfish Canyon Tour

AU$982
Per adult
From Rapid City: Private Spearfish Canyon Tour
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From Rapid City: Badlands National Park Trip with Wall Drug

AU$588
Per adult
From Rapid City: Badlands National Park Trip with Wall Drug
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Rapid City Scavenger Hunt: City of Presidents

AU$19
Per adult
Rapid City Scavenger Hunt: City of Presidents
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Badlands National Park Adventure, Wall Drug and Baja

AU$573
Per adult
Badlands National Park Adventure, Wall Drug and Baja
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Rapid City Scavenger Hunt

AU$33
Per adult
Rapid City Scavenger Hunt
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Our pick of the best Historic Rapid City Hotel Deals

Town House Motel
Town House Motel
2 out of 5
210 St. Joseph Street, Rapid City, SD
The price is AU$103 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$103
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this motel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Watiki Water Park and Museum of Geology ...
7.2/10 Good! (517 reviews)
"Nice and clean. Front desk was really helpful. Thanks cassandra"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Town House Motel
Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
523 6th St, Rapid City, SD
The price is AU$202 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$202
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"For as old as it is, it was very nice and clean. Rooms were updated, but still had some age showing. We stayed in the bridal suite but didnt know the jet tub wasnt working completely until we checked in."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
3.5 out of 5
445 Mount Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$284 per night from 17 May to 18 May
AU$284
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was a nice place close to Mountain Rushmore there were lots of restaurants around and restaurants that were walking distance as well as coffee shops. The rooms in hotel were nice and clean"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
2 out of 5
206 Cemetery Rd, Keystone, SD
The price is AU$244 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$244
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Keystone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,312 reviews)
"Great place - great staff - really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Sleep Inn And Suites Rapid City
Sleep Inn And Suites Rapid City
2.5 out of 5
4031 Cheyenne Blvd, Rapid City, SD
The price is AU$205 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$205
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was great. We will be staying here on our returntrip to Idao next week for sure! Hope at the front desk eas a real jewel"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Sleep Inn And Suites Rapid City
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City
2.5 out of 5
1416 North Elk Vale Road, Rapid City, SD
The price is AU$209 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$209
per night
19 May - 20 May
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, water park access (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Our room was clean, everything smelled fresh. It was just what we were looking for."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Rapid City

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Rimrock

While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Black Hills Caverns.

Rimrock

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