Downtown Historic District
Rapid City
Visit Downtown Historic District
Popular places to visit
Art Alley
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Art Alley during your trip to Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this family-friendly area.
Bear Country USA
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Bear Country USA home during your travels in Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Black Hills Caverns
Learn about the local history of Rapid City with a stop at Black Hills Caverns. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Reptile Gardens
Visit the animals who live at Reptile Gardens during your travels in Colonial Pine Hills. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's notable monuments.
Museum of the American Bison
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the American Bison during your trip to Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Watiki Water Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Watiki Water Park during your visit to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Exclusive: Rushmore, Custer State Park & Crazy Horse
Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Audio Tour Guide
Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour
From Rapid City: Black Hills, Deadwood, and Lead Day Tour
From Rapid City: Badlands and Wall Drug Store Tour
Mount Rushmore: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Historic District
Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great hotel, next to a lot of restaurants and bars. Definitely try the rooftop bar. The staff is a bit standoffish, don't let them deter your experience.
Reviewed on 21 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
Overall, nice hotel; however since they have the waterpark open to the public, it’s way too crowded!
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Clean room, warm (it was -20 below windchill), good hot breakfast, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore
Staff was super helpful and friendly. It was off-season so not many guests, was very quiet. Large, comfortable rooms. Nice breakfast selection, fresh fruit, waffles, yogurt, juices, coffee, and teas. Wish I had time to have stayed another night.
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 20 Jan, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City
Yes breakfast was fresh and laundry was very clean. Room was comfortable and cozy.
Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Historic District
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.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Art Alley are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rimrock
While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina.
