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 shops and notable monuments 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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Badlands National Park Adventure, Wall Drug and Baja

AU$573
Per adult
Badlands National Park Adventure, Wall Drug and Baja
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Private Tour of the Badlands with Local Experts

AU$1,133
Per adult
Private Tour of the Badlands with Local Experts
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Bus Tour of Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills

AU$200
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Bus Tour of Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills
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Buffalo Hunt Coaster Multi Ride Wristband in the Black Hills

AU$40
Per adult
Buffalo Hunt Coaster Multi Ride Wristband in the Black Hills
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From Rapid City: Sunset, Stars and Silhouettes

AU$905
Per adult
From Rapid City: Sunset, Stars and Silhouettes
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$152 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
AU$152
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
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! (521 reviews)
"It was clean, up dated room, and staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Town House Motel
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
The price is AU$291 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
AU$291
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
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$247 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$247
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (1,005 reviews)
"historic building...a gem"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
2 out of 5
206 Cemetery Rd, Keystone, SD
The price is AU$294 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
AU$294
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,329 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay in updated room!"

Reviewed on 26 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$251 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
AU$251
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Great bed and wonderful fluffy towels. Sorry that bagles and bread were all gone by 7:45! So had ceteal and yogurt. No problem they were busy at breakfast time."

Reviewed on 26 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$227 per night from 30 May to 31 May
AU$227
per night
30 May - 31 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! (1,009 reviews)
"Dry nice and clean space. Very comfortable"

Reviewed on 26 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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