Downtown Historic District Travel Guide
Rapid City
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Popular places to visit
Art Alley
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Art Alley during your trip to Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this family-friendly area.
Bear Country USA
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Bear Country USA home during your travels in Rapid City. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Reptile Gardens
Visit the animals who live at Reptile Gardens during your travels in Colonial Pine Hills. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's notable monuments.
Museum of the American Bison
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the American Bison during your trip to Rapid City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Watiki Water Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Watiki Water Park during your visit to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
The Monument Civic Center
Learn about the events happening in The Monument Civic Center during your trip to Rapid City. Make time for the notable monuments and horse riding in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Historic District
Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great staff, clean rooms inside a beautiful historic hotel. They have pictures of celebrities that have stayed there, what more could you ask for?
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Yes it was hot and ready and clean
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
The room could have used better cleaning but otherwise good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
ClubHouse Hotel & Suites - Rapid City
Great place to stay. Everyone I ran into that worked there was nice. The lobby was decorated beautifully. New hotel being opened this spring (2025). Would recommend and go back
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore
The staff was very courteous, especially the breakfast staff, June. She was highly accommodating and alerted us to any allergies.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Room was basic but clean. Staff was friendly. Hot breakfast provided, again somewhat basic, but enjoyed.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Historic District
Historic Rapid City
Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Art Alley are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rimrock
While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina.
