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Rapid City has long been considered one of the gateways to the West, and its rich cowboy and Native American heritage is the result. Visitors won't want to miss the area's mammoth outdoor sculptures. There's Mount Rushmore, of course, but work also continues on the nearby Crazy Horse Memorial, which will be the largest sculpture in the world when it is finally completed years down the line. Among the many local attractions are the scenic Black Hills, several nearby cavern systems that offer... more » Rapid City has long been considered one of the gateways to the West, and its rich cowboy and Native American heritage is the result. Visitors won't want to miss the area's mammoth outdoor sculptures. There's Mount Rushmore, of course, but work also continues on the nearby Crazy Horse Memorial, which will be the largest sculpture in the world when it is finally completed years down the line. Among the many local attractions are the scenic Black Hills, several nearby cavern systems that offer guided tours and the South Dakota Air and Space Museum. « less
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“Great Food, Great Service!!! If in Rapid City, GO!!!”

Colonial House Restaurant

5 of 5 stars
JVWNYC89
Hatfield, Massachusetts
Jul 20, 2009

I just went there tonight. At first you drive up and think what is this place, i thought it was a "house", but once you go in you feel immediately at home and the staff is very friendly and talkative,...more

“Great location, comfortable stay!”

Sweetgrass Inn Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
Lara608
London, OH
Jul 19, 2009

We stayed at the Sweetgrass Inn upon recommendations from this website and we were not disappointed. Our room was spacious and clean as was the bathroom. Nicely decorated and comfortable. The...more

“Good hotel just a short drive from the sights”

Fairfield Inn & Suites - Rapid City

4 of 5 stars
alchemist3136
West Bend, Wisconsin
Jul 19, 2009

Nice, newer hotel in a good location. Just a 25 min drive to Mt Rushmore. Hotel is attached to a 30,000 sq ft water park that is designed primarily for children, so expect a lot of traffic on the...more

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