Things to do in South Dakota

Activities, attractions and tours
Mount Rushmore which includes outdoor art and art
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What to do in South Dakota


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Areas of South Dakota

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Downtown Sioux Falls

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If you're spending some time in Downtown Sioux Falls, Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Falls Park are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Sioux Falls
Rapid City showing night scenes and a 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.

Historic Rapid City
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Dakota Dunes

Dakota Dunes is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Missouri River and Dakota Dunes Country Club.

Dakota Dunes
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Pettigrew Heights

Pettigrew Heights might not have many top sights, but Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and St. Joseph Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pettigrew Heights
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All Saints

All Saints might not have many top sights, but Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Old Courthouse Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

All Saints
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Cathedral

If you're spending some time in Cathedral, Pettigrew Home and Museum and St. Joseph Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Cathedral

 

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