Historic Rapid City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Art Alley

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
Bear Country USA

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
Reptile Gardens

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

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

Museum of the American Bison

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the American Bison during your trip to Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Museum of the American Bison

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

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

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

NZ$548
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Mt Rushmore "Bundle" - w/Crazy Horse/Needles/Iron Mtn/Sylvan Lake
From Rapid City: Mt. Rushmore Memorial Tour

From Rapid City: Mt. Rushmore Memorial Tour

NZ$247
per adult
From Rapid City: Mt. Rushmore Memorial Tour
Short hiking trails with shaded rest area

Devil's Tower - Deadwood - Spearfish Canyon Waterfalls + Picnic

NZ$782
per adult
Devil's Tower - Deadwood - Spearfish Canyon Waterfalls + Picnic
From Rapid City: Black Hills, Deadwood, and Lead Day Tour

From Rapid City: Black Hills, Deadwood, and Lead Day Tour

NZ$458
per adult
From Rapid City: Black Hills, Deadwood, and Lead Day Tour
Mount Rushmore and The Great Plains Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour

NZ$55
per traveller
Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour
Rapid City: Guided Tour with Journey Museum Admission

Rapid City: Guided Tour with Journey Museum Admission

NZ$247
per adult
Rapid City: Guided Tour with Journey Museum Admission
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Our pick of the best Historic Rapid City Hotel Deals

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 NZ$279 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$279
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great customer service , walkable city , nice options for food within walking distance"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

3 out of 5
525 St Joseph St, Rapid City, SD
The price is NZ$297 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$297
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Watiki Water Park ...
8/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown
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 NZ$308 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$308
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great historical hotel. Lovely room and lobby."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
Town House Motel

Town House Motel

2 out of 5
210 St. Joseph Street, Rapid City, SD
The price is NZ$220 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$220
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (643 reviews)
"Check in was quick and easy. Property is a bit dated, but rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff was very nice. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Town House Motel
Sonesta Essential Rapid City

Sonesta Essential Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
1902 N Lacrosse St, Rapid City, SD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$161 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$161
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (253 reviews)
Good Stay
"Good stay and good breakfast. We stayed for 2 nights while visiting the Black Hills from CA. Looks like the hotel is in the middle of a renovation."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Essential Rapid City
Rushmore Express Keystone

Rushmore Express Keystone

2.5 out of 5
320 Cemetery Road, Keystone, SD
The price is NZ$244 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$244
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Keystone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,247 reviews)
"The pictures don’t do it justice. The room was very nice and big. A great stay for one night and wished we had gotten it for more. Don’t be fooled by the outside appearance, inside is so nice. Will stay here again if I come visit."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Rushmore Express Keystone
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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 Pactola Pines Marina.

Rimrock

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