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)[Things to do in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Activities)[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 ![Wall Street - Financial District featuring signage and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20080-New-York.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pike Place Market featuring markets and food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20754-Pike-Place-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Rainier National Park showing landscape views and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20886-Mount-Rainier-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Glacier National Park which includes a lake or waterhole and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/74000/74349-Glacier-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56244-Deadwood.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56244-Deadwood.jpg) ## Visit The Dakotas Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in The Dakotas ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/057e4ed22f88295677798b1586af335d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sioux Falls 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) ![Deadwood showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56246-Deadwood.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Deadwood If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Deadwood-Downtown-Deadwood.dx976066988585689088) ![Rapid City showing night scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41960-Rapid-City.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) ### 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) ### 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) ![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 ![Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14200/14107/d8a57168_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr 1301 West Russell Sioux Falls SD £51 18 Dec - 19 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Sioux Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,451 reviews) Great staff Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F12%2F2025&endDate=19%2F12%2F2025&selected=14107&PinnedHotelID=14107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212712) ![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 £92 21 Dec - 22 Dec 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. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,462 reviews) It’s been a while since we returned to our USA stays . This was a great trip , we like the Sunday -Thursday in winter; it parks better for us, less people and more time as a family. 5-stars all around . If there are Sunday - Thursday deals through winter that are affordable for Canadians , keep us ... Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=1713856&PinnedHotelID=1713856&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 21 Dec - 22 Dec 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! (1,985 reviews) I did not get to eat because I had to leave early, but the breakfast area seemed very nice. Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=327417&PinnedHotelID=327417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212712) [See all 4,857 properties in The Dakotas](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025®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! (2,752 reviews) Jamie, the Clerk, he was awesome! Always so inviting and makes me and my people feel welcomed. The room was clean and full of amenities that anyone would need on a trip away from home. Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [](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! (592 reviews) Very clean and cozy! Hosts were great and answered any questions Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025 [](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! (98 reviews) It was a perfect little cabin. Had everything we needed Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025 [](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. 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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=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16)[15 Dec - 16 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17)[16 Dec - 17 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025)[19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025)[26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Mount Rushmore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e8f7a96bea18707498227ce13ec3c206.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59940-Mount-Rushmore.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) ![Badlands National Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/197000/197560-Badlands-National-Park-And-Vicinity.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) ![Custer State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5bfd3b4704490cfd45f408877ee00eb7.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) ![Theodore Roosevelt National Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/197000/197682-Theodore-Roosevelt-National-Park.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) ![Sioux Falls which includes a garden and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/54000/54402-Sioux-Falls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Falls Park Falls Park is just one of the places to see in Sioux Falls, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Falls-Park-Sioux-Falls.d6090991.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 £10 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) ![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 £538 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-of-mount-rushmore.a45899997.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 £488 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-rapid-city-private-devils-tower-tour-and-hike.a4623606.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 £488 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) - [Denny Sanford Premier Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Denny-Sanford-Premier-Center-Sioux-Falls.d553248621592447303.Attraction) - [Watiki Water Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Watiki-Water-Park-Rapid-City.d6172186.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) - [Scheels Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scheels-Arena-Fargo.d553248635943637856.Attraction) - [Sylvan Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sylvan-Lake-Custer.d553248621532647181.Attraction) - [Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts ](https://expedia.co.uk/Armed-Forces-Military-Display-Gifts-Wasta.d553248621556372355.Attraction) - [The Black Hills ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Black-Hills-Hill-City.d3000439207.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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