Title: The Dakotas Travel Guide: Best of The Dakotas, United States of America Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Dakotas-Hotels.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Dakotas-Holiday-Rentals.d6212712.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Flights)[The Dakotas Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Car-Hire-Guide)[The Dakotas Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Dakotas.d6212712.Holidays-City-Breaks) # The Dakotas Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Mount Rushmore; very cool but very touristy! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090965/65cf5293-4c94-4dd7-99b1-0b71ea7947fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Rushmore; very cool but very touristy! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090965/65cf5293-4c94-4dd7-99b1-0b71ea7947fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is a very special place for my family and I. My grandfather, Raymond Berg, and great-grandfather, Alfred Berg, both worked on this national monument.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090965/4183c97e-86d1-41c7-9d83-5b935c034685.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A little closer view of President George Washington.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090965/37f5ecfd-0a95-4588-8267-4e900cde8e90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sylvan Lake, known as the "crown jewel" of Custer State Park, is located in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Created in 1881 when Theodore Reder built a dam across Sunday Gulch, it offers picnic areas, rock climbing, small rental boats, swimming, and hiking trails. It is also popular as a starting point for excursions to Harney Peak and The Needles. A hotel was operated on the shore of the lake in the early 20th century. The lake was featured in Disney's 2007 film National Treasure: Book of Secrets. The film made the lake appear to be located directly behind Mount Rushmore when in reality it is actually five miles southwest of Mount Rushmore.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/94614/758cc2f8-4842-4cfe-8344-a947cb6a7b44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit The Dakotas Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in The Dakotas ![These falls are right in town surrounded by a nice park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059512/7221aafa-38a2-41cc-bbe9-24d9662f6d23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sioux Falls 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Downtown Sioux Falls, Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Old Courthouse Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sioux-Falls-Downtown-Sioux-Falls.dx553248635976481065) ![I love water towers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059490/c734cd7b-bbf5-405e-84d9-fc5946b617a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Deadwood If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Adams Museum and Gold Dust Casino & Hotel are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Deadwood-Downtown-Deadwood.dx976066988585689088) ![#Perspective Stopped off in Rapid City on our way to Yellowstone NP, was blown away by the graffiti art down some of its back lanes. Thought the overhead power lines created great leading lines through the image.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059491/cbb1fd2a-1a7f-4836-90ac-55bbffee832b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City-Historic-Rapid-City.dx6337900) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northwest Sioux Falls If you're spending some time in Northwest Sioux Falls, Sanford Pentagon and Sioux Falls Arena are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sioux-Falls-Northwest-Sioux-Falls.dx978558288885035008) ![Aerial View of Fargo Skyline at Dusk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/899961484587872256/d012c2bb-5ac7-413b-a9f3-35e616c282e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Acres While visiting West Acres, you might make a stop by sights like West Acres Mall and Roger Maris Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fargo-West-Acres.dx899961484587872256) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mall District While visiting Mall District, you might make a stop by sights like Empire Mall and Cinemark Century Sioux Falls 14\. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sioux-Falls-Mall-District.dx978417548123185152) - Top hotels in The Dakotas - Top Holiday Rentals in The Dakotas ![Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1713900/1713856/64f5fc6f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks 1000 South 42nd St Grand Forks ND Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £74 5 Feb - 6 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Grand Forks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,492 reviews) good Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=1713856&PinnedHotelID=1713856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212712) ![La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1490000/1487000/1486936/b661dce5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark 1416 North Elk Vale Road Rapid City SD £59 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free water park access and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,283 reviews) Overall, nice hotel; however since they have the waterpark open to the public, it’s way too crowded! Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=1486936&PinnedHotelID=1486936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212712) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/327500/327417/w2880h1912x0y1-2ba745a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD 2321 N Lacrosse St Rapid City SD £60 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,988 reviews) Everything was great! Clean room, pleasant staff, upgraded room, competitive rate. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=327417&PinnedHotelID=327417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212712) [See all 4,930 properties in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6212712) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668000/1667987/1a075af9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City 660 Disk Dr Rapid City SD Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,800 reviews) Great place to stay, staff was friendly. Room was good size. Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City-Hotels-GrandStay-Residential-Suites-Rapid-City.h1667987.Hotel-Information) ![Spearfish Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73760000/73759200/73759162/e2ceaac5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spearfish Cottages 514 W Mason St Spearfish SD Stay at this cottage in Spearfish. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (598 reviews) Clean, safe, wonderful Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spearfish-Hotels-Spearfish-Cottages.h73759162.Hotel-Information) ![Pine Haven Lodging](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100830000/100826100/100826064/49aaf2c8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pine Haven Lodging 13514 U.S. 16 Rapid City SD Stay at this cabin in Rapid City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews) The room was awesome! Staff was top notch. One star deducted because we just didnt like our bed. It was a memory foam but was way to stiff for our liking. Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City-Hotels-Pine-Haven-Lodging.h100826064.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6212712&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check The Dakotas hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30)[29 Jan - 30 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31)[30 Jan - 31 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090965/c4ad397a-6183-4fa9-b0d7-ccee42a11aea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rushmore 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Rushmore-Keystone.d6090965.Attraction) ![Mount Rushmore which includes outdoor art and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059492/ccb26bd9-7ef0-47c2-aa40-8a541719cf14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Rushmore-National-Memorial-Keystone.d6059492.Attraction) ![Sunset on Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337947/3c98a6dd-ae6a-4597-9c38-cf7d5b9dd865.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Custer State Park 4.5/5(7 reviews) You can take time to visit Custer State Park during your travels to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Custer-State-Park-South-Dakota.d6337947.Attraction) ![Badlands National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129940/afaa58d3-28e1-4dac-9850-22f5648c29b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Badlands National Park Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Badlands-National-Park-South-Dakota.d6129940.Attraction) ![Theodore Roosevelt National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025896/c8a5b92c-d45d-4760-be40-ea7590218298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Theodore Roosevelt National Park Travel back in time to the badlands, a world of bison, never-ending prairies and lively pioneer towns. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Theodore-Roosevelt-National-Park-North-Dakota.d6025896.Attraction) ![Will it ever be completed? It’s quite an endeavour. I enjoyed walking around the visitors centre.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256656/df36d7bb-214f-435f-8d5d-30c3405606b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crazy Horse Memorial 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crazy-Horse-Memorial-Custer.d6256656.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Mount Rushmore Self-guided Walking Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45672900/bd41f93a-97e5-4a29-b8ca-71bb327dbe60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rushmore: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour £11 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-self-guided-walking-audio-tour.a45672900.activity-details) ![Mount Rushmore and The Great Plains Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471352/b4a3fb96-b4ba-4454-9dd1-c13139e01656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour £25 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-theodore-roosevelt-and-badlands-self-guided-tour.a49471352.activity-details) ![Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Audio Tour Guide ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49754438/984624c9-6f8e-4e25-96cb-90ea4f9892ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Audio Tour Guide £11 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-self-guided-audio-tour-guide.a49754438.activity-details) ![From Rapid City: Private Devils Tower Tour and Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4623606/a17e3510-d491-498a-8131-d659086e6144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Rapid City: Private Devils Tower Tour and Hike £484 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-rapid-city-private-devils-tower-tour-and-hike.a4623606.activity-details) ![Mount Rushmore - The Shrine of Democracy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45899997/c65dbcbd-5187-4d36-af42-8f3fd008da5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour of Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park £596 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-of-mount-rushmore.a45899997.activity-details) ![Badlands National Park Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4691918/eaacfa86-278e-418d-87c4-c69d06939b6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Badlands National Park Private Tour £484 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/badlands-national-park-private-tour.a4691918.activity-details) [See all activities in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [Mount Rushmore ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Rushmore-Keystone.d6090965.Attraction) - [Mount Rushmore National Memorial ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Rushmore-National-Memorial-Keystone.d6059492.Attraction) - [Badlands National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Badlands-National-Park-South-Dakota.d6129940.Attraction) - [Theodore Roosevelt National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Theodore-Roosevelt-National-Park-North-Dakota.d6025896.Attraction) - [Watiki Water Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Watiki-Water-Park-Rapid-City.d6172186.Attraction) - [Denny Sanford Premier Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Denny-Sanford-Premier-Center-Sioux-Falls.d553248621592447303.Attraction) - [Terry Peak Ski Area ](https://expedia.co.uk/Terry-Peak-Ski-Area-Lead.d6126787.Attraction) - [Crazy Horse Memorial ](https://expedia.co.uk/Crazy-Horse-Memorial-Custer.d6256656.Attraction) - [The Black Hills ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Black-Hills-Hill-City.d3000439207.Attraction) - [Scheels Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scheels-Arena-Fargo.d553248635943637856.Attraction) - [Sylvan Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sylvan-Lake-Custer.d553248621532647181.Attraction) - [Wall Drug ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wall-Drug-Wall.d6314626.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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