Rapid City Highlights and Scenic Tour

This Rapid City tour is unique because it offers a concentrated experience designed to maximize your time and provide a comprehensive overview of the city's highlights. In just 4-5 hours, you'll not only get a glimpse of Rapid City's role as the gateway to Mount Rushmore, but you'll also delve into its own distinct character with an up-close encounter with the "City of Presidents" statue collection, giving you a richer understanding of the area's history and culture beyond just the iconic monument. It's the perfect introduction to Rapid City for those on a tight schedule.

What's included:

• English Guide

What to expect:

Duration: between 4 hours and 5 hours

Rapid City

Rapid City, SD, USA

The Rapid City Tour includes a trip up Skyline Drive to see an overview of east and west Rapid City, Dinosaur Park, Hangman’s Hill, and a drive through the West Boulevard historical district with its lovely old homes. We drive through downtown Rapid City which features bronze statues of all but the last two U.S. Presidents, as well as the historic Alex Johnson Hotel and the Prairie Edge Native American Store. Then we drive over to the Civic Center to see a display of pieces of the Berlin Wall and the Rose Gardens. As we drive into the west side of Rapid City we will see the parks created from the ravages of the 1972 Flood. We will also see Storybook Island, the Formal Gardens, Canyon Lake Park and Stavkirke Chapel In the Hills, which is an exact replica of an 850 Norwegian church with its storehouse and log museum building.

2 hours

The Journey Museum

222 New York St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA

We can go to the Journey Museum which depicts the history of the area starting from the beginning of time in the Black Hills up through modern day Rapid City.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Museum of Geology

501 East Saint Joseph Street, 3rd Floor of O'Hara Builidng on SDSMT campus, Rapid City, 57701-3901, South Dakota

The South Dakota School of Mines Geology Museum is a captivating destination for rockhounds, fossil enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the Earth's history. Located on the campus of the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, the museum boasts an impressive collection of minerals, fossils, and meteorites from South Dakota and around the world. Explore exhibits showcasing the region's rich geological history, including the famous Badlands and Black Hills formations. Discover fascinating specimens like dinosaur bones, rare minerals, and even pieces of the solar system. The museum offers educational opportunities for all ages, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the wonders of geology.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dahl Arts Center

713 7th St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA

The Dahl Arts Center is a prominent fine arts center located in downtown South Dakota, offering a vibrant hub for artistic expression and cultural engagement.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

South Dakota Air and Space Museum

2890 Davis Dr, Box Elder, 57706, South Dakota

The South Dakota Air and Space Museum offers a fascinating journey through the history of aviation and space exploration. Located near Ellsworth Air Force Base, the museum showcases a diverse collection of aircraft, missiles, and artifacts, highlighting the significant contributions of South Dakota and the Air Force to aerospace technology. Visitors can explore exhibits detailing the evolution of flight, the challenges of space travel, and the stories of the men and women who shaped these fields. With both indoor and outdoor displays, the South Dakota Air and Space Museum provides an engaging and educational experience for all ages.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Black Hills Gold Jewelry

2017 Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA

If you are not into museums we can go to the Black Hills Gold Jewelry Factory for a tour of the jewelry making process and shopping in the outlet store.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included