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  • Things to Do
    • Accessible Travel
    • All Things To Do
    • Arts & Culture
    • Attractions & Activities
    • Downtown Rapid City
    • Native American Culture
    • Outdoor Recreation
    • Scenic Cruising
    • Shopping
    • Sample Itineraries
    • Tours & Historic Districts
    • Top 10 Lists
  • Parks & Monuments
    • Black Hills National Forest
    • Badlands National Park
    • Mount Rushmore
    • Devils Tower National Monument
    • Custer State Park
    • Wind Cave National Park
    • Jewel Cave National Monument
    • Crazy Horse Memorial®
    • Minuteman Missile National Historic Site
    • Bear Butte State Park
  • Lodgings
  • Restaurants
    • All Dining
    • Casual Dining
    • Fine Dining
    • Coffee & Sweet Treats
    • Bar & Grill
    • Grapes & Grains
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    • Grapes & Grains Trail
    • Restaurant Week
    • SoDak Foodie Finds Pass
  • Group Planning
    • Meeting Planners
      • Planner Toolkit
      • Military Reunions
      • Bring Your Group To The Black Hills
      • Meeting Spaces
      • Meetings Newsletter Signup
      • Submit RFP
      • Team Building Adventures
    • Travel Trade
      • Tour Beyond Mount Rushmore
      • Planning Resources
      • Free Customizable Tour Flyer
    • Rapid City Sports Commission
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Father and Daughter Touring the City of Presidents Rapid City

How To Plan A Budget-Friendly Vacation To Rapid City, South Dakota

Kelsy
It’s surprisingly easy to plan an affordable getaway to Rapid City and the Black Hills. Weave these locations into your vacation itinerary to help keep costs down without giving up any of the fun.
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couple taking a selfie in front of the wooden chapel at chapel in the hills in rapid city south dakota

An Unexpected Attraction To Explore In Rapid City

Kelsy
Rapid City is known for many iconic things such as the City of Presidents, a series of life-sized president statues found throughout its downtown district, or being the gateway to Mount Rushmore. But not everything about Rapid is well known. In fact, the city is full of hidden gems and unique finds if you just dig a little deeper.
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Historic buildings in downtown Rapid City, SD

Top Things To Do During Your Stay In Downtown Rapid City

Kelsy
There are many ways to describe Downtown Rapid City. Some say it’s the classic small-town America feel, some say it’s vibrant with activities, but the best phrase is “it will surprise you”.
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Visitors exploring downtown rapid city and the city of presidents statues

The days are getting longer, and the temperatures are rising in Rapid City. If you’re planning an upcoming getaway to our beautiful city you’ll want to visit these locations so you can make every moment in the sun a memorable one.

  • Read more about How To Embrace The Warm Weather In Rapid City
Hiker and dog at summit in Custer State Park

10 Must-Do Adventures In And Around Rapid City

Chris Brinlee Jr.

Tourists have self-inflicted Rapid City to be the “Gateway to Mt. Rushmore,” but once you’ve seen George and his buddies, you’ll want to dig in a bit more. Way, way more in fact.

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Family roaring like bears at Bear Country USA in Rapid City, SD

A Well Spent Summer Vacation In Rapid City

Stephanie Pollock
We were so excited when the South Dakota Department of Tourism invited us back to visit this summer. This time, we stayed in Rapid City and it did not disappoint!
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Family running through the Badlands in the summer

One of the greatest things about traveling: it opens the door for people to experience life in different ways. 

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Gallery Exhibit At The Dahl Arts Center

Dahl Arts Center

Arts & Culture
Attractions
Downtown Rapid City

Explore the premier western South Dakota arts center for contemporary visual arts, arts education and performing arts.

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People walking the flower gardens at Sioux Park in Rapid City, SD

Sioux Park

Outdoor Recreation

Throughout the year, residents and visitors can enjoy perfectly manicured soccer fields, up-to-date tennis and racquetball courts, basketball courts and even a swimming pool in the summer. 

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City of Presidents

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