Tour Operators in South Dakota
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Popular Tours & Activities in South Dakota
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Twilight Tour: Custer State Park & Mt Rushmore Lighting Ceremony
Western Horizons Hot Air Balloon rides
Bike Adventure on the Mickelson Trail - Private
Badlands National Park - Sunset and Stargazing (Private)
Private Tour of the Badlands with Local Experts
Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Tour
Spirit of the West: Devils Tower and Spearfish Canyon
Badlands National Park by Bicycle - Private
Private Mount Rushmore and Flume Trail Hike
Private Custer State Park Safari and Hiking Tour
Badlands Small Plane Air Adventure Tour
Private Northern Hills Tour including Spearfish Canyon, Deadwood
Why Visit South Dakota?
Experience iconic American landmarks like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, a true testament to history.
Discover the rugged beauty of the Badlands National Park, a geologist's dream landscape.
Enjoy wide-open spaces and a slower pace of life, perfect for a rejuvenating escape.
Delve into the rich history of Native American culture and pioneer spirit.
Savor authentic roadside diners and the genuine hospitality of the Midwest.
Embrace the spirit of adventure in the heart of the Great Plains.
Getting Around
Getting around South Dakota is best accomplished by car, as many attractions are spread across vast distances. Renting a vehicle at Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) or Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) is common. While public transportation is limited, scenic drives are a major part of the experience, especially along the Badlands Loop Road and the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway. Consider the cost of gas and the time needed to cover significant mileage when planning your road trip.
Prefer renting a car? See options here.
Must-See Attractions
- •Stand in awe before Mount Rushmore National Memorial, carved into the Black Hills, a monumental tribute to four U.S. presidents in South Dakota.
- •Explore the otherworldly formations of Badlands National Park, where erosion has sculpted a dramatic landscape of pinnacles and buttes, a must-see in South Dakota.
- •Visit Wall Drug Store, a legendary South Dakota roadside attraction offering free ice water and 5-cent coffee, a quirky piece of Americana.
- •Journey through Deadwood, a historic Wild West town frozen in time, renowned for its gold rush history and gambling saloons.
- •Hike or drive through Custer State Park, encountering bison herds and scenic wildlife loops amidst the stunning granite peaks of the Black Hills.
- •Discover the serene beauty of Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway, offering waterfalls and lush greenery, a peaceful escape often overlooked in South Dakota.
5 Tour Operators in South Dakota
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Action Day Trips
4 tours on TopTours
Drive with Action
12 tours on TopTours
Fly Badlands
1 tour on TopTours
GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide)
33 tours on TopTours
Travel with Action
12 tours on TopTours
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