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Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Keystone, SD
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Keystone
4.5 of 5 stars 551 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues, National Parks
Activities: Hiking, Horseback riding
Owner description: Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created this famous mountainside carving of the visages of four great American presidents: George Washington, Thomas...... more » Owner description: Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created this famous mountainside carving of the visages of four great American presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. « less
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Minneapolis MN
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

When you grow up learning about it and seeing pictures of it all the time its hard to believe its real until you actually see it. Glad I can say I saw it but there is only so long you can stare at a piece of granite. Worth driving 9 hours for by itself - not so much but if... More

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Atlanta, GA
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72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

I wanted to see Mount Rushmore since it's an American landmark. I'm so glad I went! It was not very crowded when I went so parking was fine, and $11 is a bargain for a 6-month pass! More

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niceville
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

Mt Rushmore park should be a must see. It is historic and beautiful. The park is run very well. For me the park paled in beauty compared to the surrounding mountains and hills. The countryside is beautiful. Take time to talk to some of the park rangers, they can give you suggestions on scenic drives and places to see. They... More

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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

May was the perfect time to visit - before the crowds. Summertime crowds - and heat - would be difficult. Nat'l Park Service displays are excellent and very informative. More

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New Iberia, Louisiana
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW
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The Mount Rushmore memorial is awesomely done. The Presidential trail gets you some great close up views of the memorial. Rent the audio for $5 it is worth it. The restaurant on site was very good, as well as, the ice cream shop next to it. The bookstores and gift shops were well stocked. More

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Green Valley, Arizona
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

This was a bucket list event and I was not disappointed. It's an amazing mountain carving that elicits pride in America's past. Well worth the trip. More

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Houston, Texas
Top Contributor
81 reviews 81 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Be sure and check this out if you are in the area it is a great Park and a great place for kids to visit. A lot of great American History! More

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Portsmouth
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Interesting to read about the idea and the construction and very nice to see the impressive sculptures but it's difficult to understand how it became a national monument and why! Perhaps you have to be a US citizen to "get it" but it seemed more Disney than real life to us. More

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Wodonga, Australia
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

When we visited it actually snowed, nonetheless it was well worth the visit. To see these things in real life is amazing. The visitor centre was nice and warm with some good old hot coffee. More

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Stamford, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Sunset was beautiful :)..Need to experience Sunries durin next visit and documentry was really good to watch. More

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