Western South Dakota
Travel Guide
Visit Western South Dakota
Where to stay in Western South Dakota
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.
Downtown Deadwood
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Adams Museum and Gold Dust Casino & Hotel are top sights worth seeing.
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 Black Hills Caverns.
Downtown Historic District
If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Main Street Square and Art Alley are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Awesome! So good we’re going back
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Excellent hotel. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
ClubHouse Hotel & Suites - Rapid City
Very clean, spacious room!
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Room were great. No dislikes
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Spearfish Cottages
Super easy communication and check in. Had all amenities listed. Lots of extra towels, toilet paper, etc.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Pine Haven Lodging
Really liked the clean, neat, cabins, easy parking and walk-in shower. BUT, it’s late Fall in the mountains. There was no blanket in the cabin!!!! We needed a blanket and no one was in office! The very small, single soap tube was not enough for even two people.
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Popular places to visit
Mount Rushmore
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.
Custer State Park
Custer State Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
Wall Drug
Learn about the local history of Wall when you take a trip to Wall Drug. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's cafes.
Crazy Horse Memorial
Find out about the history of Custer with a stop at Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
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