Rapid City, SD
Travel Guide
Visit Rapid City
Where to stay in Rapid City
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.
West Boulevard Historic District
While West Boulevard Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Main Street Square and Art Alley are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Historic District
While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Main Street Square and Art Alley.
Rimrock
Rimrock might not have many top sights, but Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
Very nice
Reviewed on 3 March 2026
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
Decent stay, the room didn’t have a fridge that I paid extra for, the pillows were not comfortable. Bar staff was great. Went to have breakfast in morning and stood there 5 min waiting for someone to come help us and we finally left. We stay here whenever we go to rapid and this was the worst it’s ...
Reviewed on 2 March 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Very good
Reviewed on 3 March 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Good price for the room. There was no shampoo or soap in the dispensers in the tub. Some load next door neighbors.
Reviewed on 28 February 2026
Timber Ridge #4 at Rustic Ridge
Everything about our stay was exceptional! Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 17 February 2026
Adorable Cabin Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - Super Clean Cabin On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore
The cabin was the perfect cozy place to come home to after braving the crazy prairie winds and SD cold! It was clean, very well maintained, and nicely arranged to support a family stay. We watched deer and other wildlife in the campground in the mornings, and it was just a short walk to the playground ...
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Popular places to visit
Bear Country USA
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Bear Country USA home during your travels in Rapid City. Check out the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Black Hills Caverns
Learn about the local history of Rapid City with a stop at Black Hills Caverns. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Reptile Gardens
See the exotic and native 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.
Watiki Water Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day 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.
The Monument Civic Center
Learn about the events happening at The Monument Civic Center during your trip to Rapid City. Make time for the notable monuments and horseback riding in this family-friendly area.
Monument Health
Though Monument Health might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rapid City while you are here.
