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Explore Things to Do in South Dakota

Welcome to South Dakota - a land of dramatic landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable adventures. Marvel at the iconic faces of Mount Rushmore, explore the rugged beauty of Badlands National Park, and discover the massive underground caverns of Wind Cave and Jewel Cave. Experience the Old West spirit in Deadwood, drive through the wildlife-filled prairies of Custer State Park, and witness the towering granite spires of the Black Hills. From Native American cultural sites to scenic byways and outdoor recreation, South Dakota offers a perfect blend of natural wonder and frontier heritage for every traveler.

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Our site gives you a fast, convenient way to explore the best tours, excursions, and experiences available for your vacation in South Dakota. With up-to-date schedules, clear descriptions, and secure booking directly with local operators, you can lock in the activities you’re excited about before your trip even begins. No more scrambling for last-minute openings - just confident planning and more time to enjoy your getaway. Let us help you turn your vacation in South Dakota into something truly memorable.

Why wait until you arrive in South Dakota to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!

Today's Featured Tours Explore All

The Adventure Tour

For all ages! • 1 Hour • See the BEST VARIETY of cave formations

Rapid City
1 Hour
Black Hills Caverns
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 3+
Buckaroo Ride

Ages 3-7 | Pony Ride Experience for the your Littles!

Hill City
5 mins
Kid-Friendly
High Country Guest Ranch
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Private
Sioux Falls Tractor Ride

Ages 21+ • 90 Minutes • Let's party!

Sioux Falls
Private Tours
SuFu Tractor
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Mammoth Site General Admission

For all ages! • Experience an active paleontological dig site and view Ice Age fossils!

Hot Springs
All Day
Mammoth Site
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General Admission

All ages are welcome • We are happy to share what we have been working on

Sioux Falls
About 45 Minutes, but no real time limit
Zoo
Reptile Adventure Zoo
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2-Seater UTV • Honda SXS500M (Arizona)

Starting at $300 • Full Day Rentals • 25+ to book

Apache Junction
No Bad Days Rentals, LLC
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4.8
Double Lane Axe Throwing

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • Up to 12 People Per Lane

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Rough Cut Social - Sioux Falls
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Space for Trailer under 27'

Nightly, Weekly, and Monthly options, Starts at $37/Night

Custer
Custer's Last Chance RV Park & Campground
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Visit Sioux Falls Explore All

General Admission

All ages are welcome • We are happy to share what we have been working on

Sioux Falls
About 45 Minutes, but no real time limit
Zoo
Reptile Adventure Zoo
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4.7
Bank Heist

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • Low to Medium Difficulty

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Escape Room
Escape 605
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4.7
Lockbusters

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • Medium to High Difficulty

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Escape Room
Escape 605
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4.7
Westport Axe Throwing

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • 1-12 People Per Lane

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Axe Throwing
Escape 605
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4.7
Escape Crate - The Escape Lot

Fun for all ages! • Difficulty Level: Medium

Sioux Falls
24 Hour Rental
Escape Room
Escape 605
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Private
Sioux Falls Tractor Ride

Ages 21+ • 90 Minutes • Let's party!

Sioux Falls
Private Tours
SuFu Tractor
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4.7
Escape Crate - Where is Grandpa Ope?

Fun for all ages! • Difficulty Level: Easy to Medium

Sioux Falls
24 Hour Rental
Escape Room
Escape 605
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4.7
Snow’d In

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • Medium Difficulty

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Escape Room
Escape 605
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4.7
Down the Rabbit Hole

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • Low Difficulty

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Escape Room
Escape 605
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4.8
Single Lane Axe Throwing

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour • 1-6 People Per Lane

Sioux Falls
1 Hour
Axe Throwing
Rough Cut Social - Sioux Falls
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Experience Rapid City Explore All

4.6
Kayak Rentals

From $30 • 2-8 hour options • All ages

Rapid City
Kayak
Pactola Marina
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4.6
13 Passenger Pontoon Rentals

From $329 • 4 or 10 hours • 140-150 HP • Tube towing option

Rapid City
Pactola Marina
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4.8
Winter Mount Rushmore Sightseeing Tour

5 Hours • October - May

Rapid City
Sightseeing Tour
Mount Rushmore Tours
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The Crystal Tour

For all ages! • 30 Minutes • See millions of Calcite Crystals

Rapid City
30 Minutes
Black Hills Caverns
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4.7
Reptile Gardens Park Admission

Visit our Award Winning Attraction!

Rapid City
2-3 Hours
Reptile Gardens
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4.6
9 Passenger 60 HP Pontoon Rentals

From $229 • 4 or 10 hours • 60 HP • NO tube towing option

Rapid City
Pactola Marina
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4.6
10 Passenger 150 HP Pontoon Rentals

From $329 • 4 or 10 hours • 150 HP • Tube towing option

Rapid City
Pactola Marina
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Half Day Event

4.5 Hours • Up to 150 People • For Events Other Than Weddings

Rapid City
The UPB
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4.6
10 Passenger 90 HP Pontoon Rentals

From $279 • 4 or 10 hours • 90-115 HP • Tube towing option

Rapid City
Pactola Marina
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4.6
8 Passenger 60 HP Pontoon Rentals

From $229 • 4 or 10 hours • 60 HP • NO tube towing option

Rapid City
Pactola Marina
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Visit a State Park Explore All

4.9
Private
Private Buffalo Jeep Safari and Mammoth Site Tour

9 hours | All ages

9 hours
Private Tours
Black Hills Adventure Tours
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 2+
4.9
Lil' Buckaroo Ride

Ages 2-13 • Ride is valid for any time between 8 AM and 12 PM.

Custer
15 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 10+
4.9
Half Day Trail Ride

3.5 Hours • Lunch Included • Intermediate, Age 10+

Custer
3.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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4.9
Sunrise Safari

Between 1.5 - 2 Hours

Custer
1.5 - 2 hours
Custer State Park Resort
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 10+
4.9
Full Day Trail Ride

6+ Hours • Lunch Included • Advanced only, age 10+

Custer
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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4.8
Mount Rushmore Tour Only

Bus Tour of Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills

Rapid City
9.5 hrs
Sightseeing Tour
Mount Rushmore Tours
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4.9
Scenic Byway Tour | State Game Lodge Departure

up to 4 guests • 2.5 - 3.5 Hours • No bumps

Custer
2.5-3.5 Hours
Custer State Park Resort
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4.9
Private
Private Custer State Park Jeep Safari & Hiking Tour

$379 per person | 8 hours | All ages

Private Tours
Black Hills Adventure Tours
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 7+
4.9
2-Hour Trail Ride

Ages 7 and up • Advanced Beginner-friendly

Custer
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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4.9
Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour

Between 1.5 - 2 Hours • Named "Top 10 Safaris in US"!

Custer
1.5 to 2 Hours
Custer State Park Resort
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Visit Mount Rushmore Explore All

4.8
The Ultimate Mount Rushmore & Black Hills Tour

5 Days • 9 Meals • 4 Nights

5 Days, 4 Nights
Mount Rushmore Tours
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4.9
Private
Private Black Hills Scenic Package

8 hours | All ages

Private Tours
Black Hills Adventure Tours
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4.8
Mount Rushmore Tour with Two Meals and a Music Variety Show

All-inclusive tour offers an immersive experience, expert-guided sightseeing, entertaining show.

Rapid City
12.5
Sightseeing Tour
Mount Rushmore Tours
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Mount Rushmore-Southern Hills All Day Package

All Ages • 10 hours

Keystone
Black Hills Day Trips
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4.9
Private
Private Mt. Rushmore and Flume Trail Hike

$325 per person | 8 hours | All ages

Private Tours
Black Hills Adventure Tours
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4.8
Buffalo Hunt Coaster

Not your typical roller coaster combines a shooting gallery w/ the adrenaline rush of a coaster

Rapid City
The ride typically lasts about 3-5 minutes.
Mount Rushmore Tours
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4.8
Winter Mount Rushmore Sightseeing Tour

5 Hours • October - May

Rapid City
Sightseeing Tour
Mount Rushmore Tours
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4.9
Private
Private 1880 Train, Mt. Rushmore and Reptile Gardens Tour

8 hours | All ages

8 hours
Private Tours
Black Hills Adventure Tours
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4.8
Mount Rushmore Tour Only

Bus Tour of Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills

Rapid City
9.5 hrs
Sightseeing Tour
Mount Rushmore Tours
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4.8
Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup/Mt Rushmore Tour

Custer State Park Annual Event • Experience the Wild West!

Rapid City
Sightseeing Tour
Mount Rushmore Tours
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Private Tours Explore All

4.6
9 Passenger 60 HP Pontoon Rentals

From $229 • 4 or 10 hours • 60 HP • NO tube towing option

Rapid City
Pactola Marina
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Ages 12+
5
Fossil Prep Lab Spring Seminar (April 24-25 Ages 12 and up)

One day in the field digging dinos and one day in the lab prepping them, for adults and kids 12 & up

Belle Fourche
Full day in field and full day in the lab
Paleo Adventures
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 10+
4.9
Full Day Trail Ride

6+ Hours • Lunch Included • Advanced only, age 10+

Custer
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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Space for Tent

Nightly, Weekly, and Monthly options, Starts at $27.00 Night

Custer
Custer's Last Chance RV Park & Campground
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4.7
RV Site 10

Starting at $79 Per Night • 1-14 Night Stay • Seasonal Rates Apply • Sleeps Up to 6 Guests

Mystic Hills Hideaway
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4.7
Lodge Room 1

$125/$249/$169 Per Night • Seasonal Rates Apply • Sleeps Up to 8 Guests

Mystic Hills Hideaway
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 5+
4.9
Express Trail Ride

30 min • Ages 5+ • Beginner-friendly, Max 8 guests

Custer
30 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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4.7
RV Site 17

Starting at $79 Per Night • 1-14 Night Stay • Seasonal Rates Apply • Sleeps Up to 6 Guests

Mystic Hills Hideaway
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Shared Flight

Ages 6+ • For up to 4 Passengers • Sunrise Flights

Balloon
605 Balloon Ride
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4.7
RV Site 8

Starting at $79 Per Night • 1-14 Night Stay • Seasonal Rates Apply • Sleeps Up to 6 Guests

Mystic Hills Hideaway
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