The Dakotas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Dakotas
Where to stay in The Dakotas
Downtown Sioux Falls
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sioux Falls, Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Old Courthouse Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado are top sights worth seeing.
Mall District
While visiting Mall District, you might make a stop by sights like Empire Mall and The District.
Northwest Sioux Falls
If you're spending some time in Northwest Sioux Falls, Sanford Pentagon and Sioux Falls Arena are top sights worth seeing.
West Acres
While visiting West Acres, you might make a stop by sights like West Acres Mall and Roger Maris Museum.
Fargo Inn and Suites
"The check-in process was smooth. The room was clean. The breakfast could use some work but overall, it's a nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center
"Thoughtful staff. Clean room"
Reviewed on 22 May 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 18 Aug 2025
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
NEW! Glamping A-Frames, Stargazer 2 at Dakota Dream
"What a cool place! Quiet and serene, we will most definitely come back."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Spearfish Cottages
"No laundry service Hot tub was fine"
Reviewed on 19 May 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 horse 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.
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 horse riding.
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.
