South Dakota

United States of America

A large granite statue of a man's face.
A rugged landscape with prominent buttes and a clear sky.
A snow-covered town at dusk with illuminated buildings and mountains in the background.
A tall, narrow rock formation with a steep, vertical face, surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.
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Popular cities in South Dakota

A rugged landscape with prominent buttes and a clear sky.
Rapid City
Known for Hills, Monuments and Art
Rapid City is calling! Discover its art, monuments, water park, and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Bear Country USA
  • Reptile Gardens
  • Black Hills Caverns
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A lake surrounded by rocky cliffs and dense forest.
Custer
Known for Hills, Horseback riding and Natural parks
Get away to Custer! Enjoy the horseback riding, parks, and monuments.

Reasons to visit

  • Custer State Park
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Sylvan Lake
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A large rock formation with a tunnel entrance.
Keystone
Known for Shopping, Hills and Monuments
Come to Keystone and enjoy its monuments, mountain views, and horseback riding.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Rushmore
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures
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A rugged mountain landscape with tall, narrow rock formations and dense green forests.
Hill City
Known for Hills, Horseback riding and Shopping
Come to Hill City and enjoy its museums, horseback riding, and cafes.

Reasons to visit

  • The Black Hills
  • 1880 Train
  • Black Elk Peak
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A waterfall, a brick building, and a park with pathways and lampposts.
Sioux Falls
Known for Waterfalls, Dining and Shopping
Get away to Sioux Falls! Enjoy the waterfalls, sports, and art.

Reasons to visit

  • Falls Park
  • Great Plains Zoo
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A historic stone building with a 'Bullock Hotel' sign, a street with cars, and a clear sky.
Deadwood
Known for Casinos, Hills and Bars
Trip time! Discover the casinos, wildlife, and history in Deadwood.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Moriah Cemetery
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Stay near popular South Dakota attractions

Mount Rushmore with flags and a stone monument in the foreground.
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Mount Rushmore

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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 horseback riding.
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