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Ranked #1 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Actually pretty cool” 19/06/2013
- “Fun Place for the Family” 17/06/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Zoos
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World-renowned adventure park, Reptile Gardens is a must-see family attraction no matter what your age. We maintain the...
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World-renowned adventure park, Reptile Gardens is a must-see family attraction no matter what your age. We maintain the finest collection of tropical plants, colorful flowers, and exotic reptiles anywhere - we have more species and subspecies of venomous reptiles than any other zoo or park in the world!
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Ranked #2 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Wonderful, very nice and close to stor...” 09/06/2013
- “Beautiful, serene, lovely visit!” 07/06/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
Stavkirke Chapel This replica of the famous 850-year-old Borgund Stave Church in Norway features unique architecture & intricate carvings. Stavekirke combines Norse dragon... more »
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Ranked #3 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Best Mini Golf Course I've Played!” 17/06/2013
- “Great Attraction!” 16/06/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
Pirates Cove Adventure Golf Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf offers a fun miniature golf experience! more »
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Ranked #4 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Take in the presidents” 19/06/2013
- “Has potential” 18/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #5 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “they're not kidding when they call it...” 19/06/2013
- “Reluctant fan” 18/06/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Enjoy a leisurely 3-mile drive through this unique North American Wildlife park nestled on 250 acres of Black Hills Beauty....
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Enjoy a leisurely 3-mile drive through this unique North American Wildlife park nestled on 250 acres of Black Hills Beauty. From the comfort of your vehicle view black bears, wolves, elk, buffalo and other wildlife! After your drive-through tour, walk around Babyland where young and smaller animals frolic in the outdoors. Dine at the Cub Grub Snack Shack or shop in the Bear’s Den Gift Shop.
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Ranked #6 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Expells some kid energy!” 17/06/2013
- “Still as magical as I remember it.” 17/06/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Storybook Island Storybook Island is a fantasy of design, color, animation and music that delights both children and adults. It is complete in every detail with cuddly animals... more »
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Ranked #7 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “A must see!” 17/06/2013
- “Fantastic” 16/06/2013
Category: Science Museums
Museum that displays antique aircraft including planes used in World War II and hot air balloons from the 1930's.
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Ranked #8 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Best pancakes in town!” 10/06/2013
- “Ideal way to tour the Black Hills!!” 08/06/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Start your day at Fort Hays Old West Town, site of the Oscar award winning movie set, Dances with Wolves. Walk along our...
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Start your day at Fort Hays Old West Town, site of the Oscar award winning movie set, Dances with Wolves. Walk along our boardwalk and make your own brick, tin plate, gem pan or make a twine lasso rope. There is no admission fee to browse the film set & South Dakota Film Museum. See the original buildings used in this popular Wild West movie. Enjoy All-You-Can-Eat Cowboy Pancakes for 99 cents! Find the perfect souvenior at one of our three unique Gift Shops. Dinner shows are held at Fort Hays mid May through mid October.
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Ranked #9 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Good place to start your South Dakota...” 17/06/2013
- “Excellent Local Museum” 16/06/2013
Category: History Museums; Museums
The Journey Museum takes you on an incredible trek through time, from the violent upheaval that formed the mystical Black Hills over 2.5 billion years ago to the continuing saga... more »
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Ranked #10 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Not So Much Here” 19/06/2013
- “Fossils and history” 06/06/2013
Category: Speciality Museums; Science Museums; Museums; Natural History Museums
Museum of Geology The Museum of Geology is an exhibit facility that presents an astonishing array of fossils, minerals, and rocks that are representative of the geologic diversity... more »
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Ranked #11 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Great course, great scenery, and chall...” 09/05/2013
- “Nice” 06/11/2012
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #12 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Overpriced cheesy experience” 15/06/2013
- “Fun for the whole family” 14/06/2013
Category: Mysterious Sites
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You'll wonder how it all works at this mysterious attraction where you can stand on the walls and balls roll uphill. The...
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You'll wonder how it all works at this mysterious attraction where you can stand on the walls and balls roll uphill. The 30-minute tour will amaze and delight adults and children of all ages.
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Ranked #13 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “A Fun Stop with a Great View” 18/06/2013
- “Getting ready to upgrade, but still gr...” 18/06/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Seven life-size concrete replicas of monstrous prehistoric reptiles roam the outdoors in a park-like setting that divides Rapid City into east and west. The larger figure is... more »
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Ranked #14 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Wheely, Wheely great” 01/06/2013
- “Great memories!” 24/05/2013
Category: Museums
very interesting museum for old car and bike fans helpfull friendly owners worth a visit
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Ranked #15 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “My husband, nephew 11, and sister spen...” 04/06/2013
- “A maze ing ?” 25/03/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
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Ranked #16 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Neat place!” 04/06/2013
- “Giant Crystals” 19/03/2013
Category: Caverns/ Caves
Sitting Bull Crystal Caverns Adventure Awaits! Let our knowledgeable and friendly guides lead you through the world?s most extensive display of subterranean dog-tooth spar... more »
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Ranked #17 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Kids would have to love this!” 10/06/2013
- “Fun afternoon!” 09/06/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
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An 8,000 sq.ft. indoor black light miniature golf experience that will ROCK you! 18 holes with a Rock n Roll theme. Fun for...
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An 8,000 sq.ft. indoor black light miniature golf experience that will ROCK you! 18 holes with a Rock n Roll theme. Fun for all ages. Also featuring Miner's Maze - an outdoor human maze adventure and Finder's Keepers Gemstone Panning.
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Ranked #18 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Pretty good” 17/06/2013
- “Adults had just as much fun as the kid...” 17/06/2013
Category: Water Parks
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Ranked #19 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “It's okay.” 09/06/2013
- “It is closed.” 02/06/2013
Category: Dinner Theatres; Performances
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Ranked #20 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “A little pricey” 17/06/2013
- “Very interesting!!” 28/05/2013
Category: Caverns/ Caves
Black Hills Caverns Come see the hills greatest cave adventure. Offering three different tours and gemstone panning. Showing a great variety of cave formations, Black Hills... more »
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Ranked #21 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Carts are too slow. Golf is decent” 23/03/2013
- “Go Carts and Rides for kids” 01/11/2012
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Ranked #22 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Always fun!” 09/06/2013
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Located in the heart of Downtown Rapid City, Main Street Square is a fun-filled public space that features special events,...
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Located in the heart of Downtown Rapid City, Main Street Square is a fun-filled public space that features special events, arts and culture, live concerts, seasonal ice skating and interactive fountains. Surrounded by the City of Presidents, boutiques, eateries and galleries, Main Street Square is a destination the whole family can enjoy.
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Ranked #23 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Cheap Rapid City Tour” 01/11/2012
- “great outing with the kids” 14/09/2012
Category: Transportation
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Ranked #24 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Is a lot of fun and has a lot to do.” 16/06/2013
- “Older Place But GREAT people” 30/12/2012
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
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Ranked #25 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “Interesting to see” 23/04/2013
- “Not bad.” 16/09/2012
Category: Museums
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Ranked #26 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “NEVER AGAIN” 08/03/2013
- “a few slides for the kids.....” 01/11/2012
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Rushmore Waterslide Park Play all day at this water park with 10 exciting slides! Try the highspeed Bonzai chutes, 400-foot-long Twisters, big Free Style ramp and cascades of... more »
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Ranked #27 of 29 attractions in Rapid City
- “What a Joke...” 20/09/2012
- “Wish I would have read reviews first...” 08/09/2012
Category: Waterfalls
Part of an old mine, the falls encompass eight cubic feet of water spewing vertically for more than 30 feet.
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- “Brand-new Small Museum” 19/06/2013
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- “WoW!” 16/06/2013
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Nestled against foothills of ponderosa pine, Hart Ranch's 18-hole Championship Golf Course is a treat for any golfer. We are...
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Nestled against foothills of ponderosa pine, Hart Ranch's 18-hole Championship Golf Course is a treat for any golfer. We are proud to have quietly become one of the Upper Midwest's premier golf facilities. We have been listed in Golf Digest's "Places to Play" not only because of the challenging golf, but also the friendly service and smiling faces. This is a great place for us to come to work ever
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