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Chapel in the Hills

3788 Chapel Lane, Rapid City, SD 57702
605 342 8281
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Ranked #5 of 26 attractions in Rapid City
Type: Architectural Buildings
Traveler Description: Stavkirke Chapel This replica of the famous 850-year-old Borgund Stave Church in Norway features unique architecture & intricate carvings... more »
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Clinton, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This is a beautiful place full of history and intriguing architecture. It is free and very well done. Museums that charge admission are often not as good as this. It is well worth a visit.

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Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

Very nice, quiet and secluded. perfect place for weddings or small gatherings. Not much room on the inside but very unique feel.

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Union Center, South Dakota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

The area (now filled with housing) outside of the pines where the chapel is, was a huge beautiful open meadow that was once a golf course in the 20's/30's. My folks lived in the old log country club house on top of the hill to the NE after the golf course closed. The house was remodeled and owned by a... More

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Anywhere,USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

Easy to get to. Was very well kept after all these years. They ask for (via a drop box) a small donation.. not required. Great place to go get some photos taken with a group.

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Green Valley, Arizona
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Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

Having made dozens of trips to the Black Hills I was looking for something new and away from all the crowds and the Chapel in the Hill seemed to meet the criteria. Even though the setting around the Chapel was peaceful, it was anything but getting there as road construction, poorly marked road changes and impatient drivers abounded. I was... More

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Rapid City, South Dakota
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

Its a cool little place where some fun summertime events are held. It is not a destination, but if you are near it then go check it out!

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Pinedale
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

This is a very nice place to visit. After all of the commercialism of the Black Hills the Chapel in the Hills is a refreshing respite. Staff were friendly, but allowed you to enjoy the area in your own way.

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Alexandria, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2012

The beauty of travel are the surprising little discoveries I make along the way. My trip to South Dakota led to a wonderful surprise at the foot of the Black Hills in Rapid City. It's the Chapel in the Hills. Although I had read rave reviews, I didn't know for sure. I'm not a religious person but I couldn't help... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

Wanna see some medieval European architecture while you're in South Dakota? (If you don't answer "Um, yes?", then I don't know what to tell you.) Chapel in the Hills is a total gem. It's such a neat piece of history and in one of the most gorgeous settings imaginable. The little museum is neat too. And when we were there,... More

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Papillion, Nebraska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012

Stopped here on our list of free things to do in Rapid City. It was worth the quick stop. Chapel was pretty neat, very small but authentic. They also have a small cabin off to the side from one of the original inhabitants who lived there with authentic period pieces. If you have a quick half hour to an hour... More

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