Title: Visit The Dakotas: Best of The Dakotas Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in The Dakotas](https://expedia.ca/The-Dakotas-Hotels.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in The Dakotas](https://expedia.ca/The-Dakotas-Vacation-Rentals.d6212712.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to The Dakotas](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Flights)[The Dakotas Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Car-Rental-Guide)[The Dakotas Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/The-Dakotas.d6212712.Destination-Travel-Guides) # The Dakotas ## Travel 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 4.5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting Downtown Sioux Falls, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Old Courthouse Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/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 While visiting Downtown Deadwood, you might make a stop by sights like Adams Museum and Gold Dust Casino & Hotel. [](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/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 While visiting Northwest Sioux Falls, you might make a stop by sights like Sanford Pentagon and Sioux Falls Arena. [](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/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.ca/Sioux-Falls-Mall-District.dx978417548123185152) - The Dakotas Hotel Deals - Vacation 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 CA $125 CA $138 total Feb 5 - Feb 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Grand Forks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,492 reviews) good Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 CA $80 CA $111 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 includes taxes & fees Book a 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,283 reviews) It was good! Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%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 CA $86 CA $112 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,994 reviews) The room was clean as was the hotel. Good hot breakfast. Very comfortable beds. Helpful staff. Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%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 Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,800 reviews) Great place to stay, staff was friendly. Room was good size. Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews) Very nice cabin, very clean and well taken care of. Personal touches to make it feel homey. Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 WiFi, 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 Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Rapid-City-Hotels-Pine-Haven-Lodging.h100826064.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in The Dakotas](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31)[Jan 30 - Jan 31](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01)[Jan 31 - Feb 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212712&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%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 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 horseback riding. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Rushmore-Keystone.d6090965.Vacation-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.ca/Mount-Rushmore-National-Memorial-Keystone.d6059492.Vacation-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 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 horseback riding. [](https://expedia.ca/Custer-State-Park-Custer.d6337947.Vacation-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.ca/Badlands-National-Park-South-Dakota.d6129940.Vacation-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.ca/Theodore-Roosevelt-National-Park-North-Dakota.d6025896.Vacation-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 Find out about the history of Custer when you take a trip to Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding. [](https://expedia.ca/Crazy-Horse-Memorial-Custer.d6256656.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 CA $45 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-theodore-roosevelt-and-badlands-self-guided-tour.a49471352.activity-details) ![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 CA $21 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-self-guided-walking-audio-tour.a45672900.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 CA $21 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-self-guided-audio-tour-guide.a49754438.activity-details) ![Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse plus Iron Mtn Road and Sylvan Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48691781/11f2b5c7-b26f-4a06-8bd4-f9864902d0c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse plus Iron Mtn Road and Sylvan Lake CA $471 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mt-rushmore-and-crazy-horse-plus-iron-mtn-road-and-sylvan-lake.a48691781.activity-details) ![From Rapid City: Wildlife Loop Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49852465/23f686bc-dc2b-4405-95a3-0fddb7dd48a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Rapid City: Mt Rushmore-Crazy Horse-CSP Wildlife Loop CA $400 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-rapid-city-mt-rushmore-crazy-horse-csp-wildlife-loop.a49852465.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 CA $903 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-rapid-city-private-devils-tower-tour-and-hike.a4623606.activity-details) [See all activities in The Dakotas](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-The-Dakotas.d6212712.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [Mount Rushmore ](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Rushmore-Keystone.d6090965.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Rushmore National Memorial ](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Rushmore-National-Memorial-Keystone.d6059492.Vacation-Attraction) - [Custer State Park ](https://expedia.ca/Custer-State-Park-Custer.d6337947.Vacation-Attraction) - [Badlands National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Badlands-National-Park-South-Dakota.d6129940.Vacation-Attraction) - [Theodore Roosevelt National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Theodore-Roosevelt-National-Park-North-Dakota.d6025896.Vacation-Attraction) - [Denny Sanford Premier Center ](https://expedia.ca/Denny-Sanford-Premier-Center-Sioux-Falls.d553248621592447303.Vacation-Attraction) - [Crazy Horse Memorial ](https://expedia.ca/Crazy-Horse-Memorial-Custer.d6256656.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Black Hills ](https://expedia.ca/The-Black-Hills-Hill-City.d3000439207.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sanford Medical Center Fargo ](https://expedia.ca/Sanford-Medical-Center-Fargo-Amber-Valley.d553248635975913442.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wind Cave National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Wind-Cave-National-Park-South-Dakota.d6090967.Vacation-Attraction) - [Falls Park ](https://expedia.ca/Falls-Park-Downtown-Sioux-Falls.d6090991.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cadillac Jacks Casino ](https://expedia.ca/Cadillac-Jacks-Casino-Downtown-Deadwood.d553248621532647282.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bismarck Event Center ](https://expedia.ca/Bismarck-Event-Center-Bismarck.d6087251.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ralph Engelstad Arena ](https://expedia.ca/Ralph-Engelstad-Arena-Grand-Forks.d6087273.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on 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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