What's South Dakota like?
South Dakota is a family-friendly place distinct for its monuments and historical sites. Have a relaxing day at Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. While you're here, make time to enjoy other sights such as Mount Rushmore.
Where are the best places to stay in South Dakota?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in South Dakota:
1899 Inn, in Deadwood
Mountain B&B, steps from Adams House Museum- Free parking • Free WiFi • Cafe • Garden
Studied Perfection, in Spearfish
- Free parking • Free WiFi • Spa tub
The Alonzo Ward Hotel, in Aberdeen
- Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Fitness center • Bar
Summer Creek Inn, in Rapid City
Rapid City B&B in national park- Free parking • Free WiFi • Bar • Terrace • Garden
Comfort Inn & Suites at Sanford Sports Complex, in Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls hotel with indoor pool, bar- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Spa tub • Attentive staff
What is there to see around South Dakota?
- Badlands National Park (121.6 mi/195.7 km from the city center)
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial (176.8 mi/284.5 km from the city center)
- Mount Rushmore (177.1 mi/285 km from the city center)
- Dignity Statue (30.8 mi/49.5 km from the city center)
- La Framboise Island (34.7 mi/55.9 km from the city center)
What is there to do around South Dakota?
- Fort Randall Casino (94.1 mi/151.4 km from the city center)
- Wounded Knee Museum (116.2 mi/187.1 km from the city center)
- Storybook Land (125.2 mi/201.5 km from the city center)
- Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts (126.7 mi/203.9 km from the city center)
- Lewis and Clark Recreation Area (141.7 mi/228 km from the city center)
Other Popular South Dakota Attractions
- South Dakota's Original 1880 Town
- Oahe Dam
- Badlands Petrified Gardens
- Corn Palace
- Northeast Entrance Badlands