Deadwood

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

Explore historic gold mines and authentic saloons in this old Wild West town nestled in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

Visit Deadwood, one of South Dakota’s most scenic historic locations and resting place of the folk hero, Bill Hickok. With a wild past, the town provides sight seeing and activities that take you back to the time of gunslingers and gold miners. Explore some of the region’s natural wonders and try caving or horseback riding through the Black Hills. The town is located 187 miles (301 kilometres) west of Pierre, the capital of South Dakota. Winters here are cold and snowy, while summers are hot and dry.

Start the day with breakfast in one of the many cafés on the town’s main thoroughfare, Main Street. From here it’s a short walk to Adam’s House and Museum, where you’ll see displays and stories of legendary characters of Deadwood’s Wild West past. 

Engage with history and see artifacts from first pioneers and Native Americans at the Days of ‘76 Museum. On Tatanka Drive you’ll find the Story of the Bison, a museum that features an authentic Lakota encampment and larger-than-life bronze statues depicting Native Americans hunting.

Take a tour of the Broken Boot Gold Mine and try panning for gold. The whole family will enjoy a trip on the 1880 train, which takes you on a 2.5-hour journey around the scenic Black Hills in a vintage, steam-powered coach.

Take a trip out to the Devils Tower Monument or tour the Wonderland Caverns for a look at spectacular geological formations. This cave system, originally inhabited and then mined for gold, consists of several caverns peppered with stalagmites and crystalline rocks.

In the evenings enjoy an anecdotal reenactment of the Wild West years at the Deadwood 1876 Theatre. Have a drink, play some poker and see the place where wild Bill Hickok was shot at the #10 Saloon. Learn more about his story and see a reenactment of the trial of Jack McCall at the Masonic Temple.

Rent a car and drive to the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary where you’ll see the majestic animals in their natural habitat. Imagine the country as it was 300 years ago in the prairies, canyons and forests of South Dakota.

The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
3 out of 5
100 Pine Crest, Deadwood, SD
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly resort in Deadwood. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a casino, and free water park access. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,130 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the lodge. The lady at the front desk could have given us more information about the amenities. I felt like she didn’t want to talk to us. I also wish there was an outdoor pool we would have probably stayed an extra day. Other than that rooms were clean & loved having the trolley ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025

The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Tru by Hilton Deadwood, SD
Tru by Hilton Deadwood, SD
2.5 out of 5
372 Main Street, Deadwood, SD
The price is S$168 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$168
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Deadwood. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great location
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DoubleTree by Hilton Deadwood at Cadillac Jack's
DoubleTree by Hilton Deadwood at Cadillac Jack's
4 out of 5
360 Main St, Deadwood, SD
The price is S$184 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$184
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Deadwood. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"It was great! Nice restaurant too"

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DoubleTree by Hilton Deadwood at Cadillac Jack's
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Galena Road Cabins
Galena Road Cabins
2 out of 5
11904 Galena Rd, Deadwood, SD
Stay at this cabin in Deadwood. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Woodville Lake and Lucky 8 Casino are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"The cabin was adrorabe! It was very clean, cozy, and quiet. It had a fridge, microwave, coffee pot, and a toaster. The bathrooms were updated, well maintained, and clean. Located just a few miles from downtown Deadwoid. A gas station/convienence store is about 1/4 mile away. ATV rentals were next ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

Galena Road Cabins
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
2.5 out of 5
660 Disk Dr, Rapid City, SD
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,550 reviews)
"We liked the price during the time we had to stay. We paid half of what other softball parents had to at other locations."

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Holy Smoke Resort
Holy Smoke Resort
3.5 out of 5
24105 Highway 16A, Keystone, SD
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Keystone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a gift shop. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
"Great, but wifi was shoddy."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Holy Smoke Resort
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