Downtown Historic District
Rapid City
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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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Black Hills and Mt Rushmore
Black Hills To Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Audio Tour Guide
Custer State Park: Self-Guided Drive with Audio Guide
Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour
Mount Rushmore: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Historic District
Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
We had a great, short stay at Alex Johnson. We went up to the roof top bar first. The weather was cold, so we sat inside at the bar. We had appetizers and drinks and everything was great. We then went down to the Irish bar which was a totally different vibe, but also had a great food and drinks. ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
Perfect sized waterpark for our 3 and 2 year olds! The hotel was clean and newly updated with easy access to the waterpark. The arcade was of course a hit too, and then we topped it off with dinner from the restaurant delivered right to our room. Definitely would recommend!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Room was perfect. Breakfast was good and had lots of choices. We would stay here again anytime!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
The breakfast each day was fresh and resupplied quickly. The staff was very nice and helpful. The room was clean and the toiletries were nice. I was disappointed the pool was closed, but I knew about it in advance so wasn't surprised.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
The room and property are mediocre. Bed and pillows were incredibly uncomfortable. Not a great nights sleep at all. It was nice to be downtown and have free parking.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City
Easy check in process, pool with slide was amazing! Gym was always clean and had fresh water. Would stay again if we ever come back to SD!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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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 Central States Fairgrounds 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.
