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Mt. Rushmore Black Hills Gold Factory Tour

2707 Mt. Rushmore Road, Rapid City, SD
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Ranked #3 of 12 activities in Rapid City
Type: Factory Tours
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Henderson, Nevada
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36 reviews 36 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

On a cross-country road trip, we stopped to see this famous location for a photo-op. Delighted we stopped in mid-March and not during high season, which must be challenging, considering the buses, SUVs and motor homes that must clog the roads. Lucking out with great weather, our photos will last for generations. With memories in hand, we continued on our... More

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pine hill, nj
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11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
116 helpful votes 116 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012 via mobile

Many people manage to go to DC and take in the history of America. That being said not many get the opportunity to go to Mt. Rushmore. It's an amazing sight and so much more impressive in person then on tv. I loved walking through the museum and learning all about how it was conceived and created. It should definitely... More

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New Braunfels, TX
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

We took the tour mainly to get the discount, but at the end we were both glad we did. It really was interesting. And you get 10% off any purchase it you do. Make sure and check out clearance cabinets on the opposite wall in their display area. My wife found several Christmas presents there. And we ended up replacing... More

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Dunkirk, New York
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67 reviews 67 reviews
28 attraction reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 2, 2012

We took the factory tour and it was very interesting. My wife had never seen how jewelry is made and the guide did a great job taking us around the shop. we learned many interesting facts, such as how they actually turn in their carpet for the gold dust in it and that actually is worth enough to pay for... More

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2012

my first roadtrip with my boyfriend and the state of South Dakota was awesome. We even played a scratch off lottery ticket there and won $50. Alittle cash infusion is always nice!

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Fremont, California
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14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2012

This should be on everyones bucket list. The details on the sculptures are Amazing! The walk way with all the state flags make for a nice picture. Go for the walk ( it will take you below the monuments) but go from the left side as you enter. There are less steps to climb. If you go from the right... More

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Roselle, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 17, 2012

Nice tour, takes about 1/2 hour. Very informative and interesting to learn about the jewelry making process. Staff was very friendly and not pushy when looking at jewelry to purchase. Worth seeing!

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Iowa City, Iowa
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25 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2012

I LOVE jewelry and this was worth the time. It is Riddle's corporate head quarters and the tour was great. Explained things wonderfully and with patience. Even my husband enjoyed the tour. We were NOT pressured to buy anything (even though we did) and that was wonderful. Go early to get the tour time u want and it is well... More

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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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31 reviews 31 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2012

The act of panning for gold is great but for the money asked, alot more than one scoop of gold laden gravel should be given.

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La Plata, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 8, 2012

Really enjoyed learning how this jewelry is made, very interesting process. We got to watch people doing the intricate detail work on the rings and pendants.

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