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South Dakota is full of rugged landscapes, winding rivers and Old West history. Culture, heritage and adventure abound. This section is for group tour operators, meeting and convention planners, or travel agents looking to offer their clients the unforgettable great American journey they deserve.

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South Dakota Department of Tourism
711 E Wells Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501-3369 USA
Domestic: 1-800-952-3625
International: 1-605-773-3301

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/ 这里是美丽、富饶、充满传奇历史的南达科他州

南达科他州以它美丽地貌、丰富人文和充沛的活力欢迎各界人士前来旅游参观。

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South Dakota Department of Tourism
711 E Wells Ave., Pierre, SD 57501-3369
热线:1-800-952-3625
电话:605-773-3301
传真:605-773-3256
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Elfie Yang, PR Manager 
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email: [email protected] 
Room 1513, Xinhua Science and Technology Mansion 
No. 8 Tuofangying South Road 
Chaoyang District, Beijing 100016
phone: 86 18601318301

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地址:北京市朝阳区驼房营南路8号新华科技大厦1513室 
电话:86 18601318301

Lily Zhang, Travel Trade Manager 
Department of Tourism 
email: [email protected] 
Room 1513, Xinhua Science and Technology Mansion 
No. 8 Tuofangying South Road 
Chaoyang District, Beijing 100016 
phone: 86 13488772046 

张丽丽 
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美国南达科他州旅游局  
邮箱:[email protected] 
地址:北京市朝阳区驼房营南路8号新华科技大厦1513室 
电话:86 13488772046

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Whether you’re spending a day hiking through the heart of the Black Hills, traversing along the famed Lewis and Clark Trail, or simply taking scenic routes throughout the state that introduce you to our Native culture and pioneering history, these itineraries will help map out your dream South Dakota adventure.

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Things to Do

South Dakota is chock-full of history, art, culture and a whole lot of outdoor fun. Celebrate your passions and find new ones on a vacation you’ll always remember. 

Hike the Badlands or ride ATVs through the Black Hills. Learn about Native American history at local museums or discover fossil beds at our archaeological sites. Catch a flick at one of South Dakota’s six operating drive-in movie theaters or discover our diverse fine arts scene. Visit renowned attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial or traverse the seventh-longest cave in the world at Wind Cave National Park. There’s a lot to explore in South Dakota, and these are just some ideas to help you find your next adventure. 

Find places to go and trip-planning tips, as well as upcoming events, above. Below, we have you covered with information from national parks and entertainment options to shopping and other trip recommendations you’ll love. 

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South Dakota is a place where lifetime memories are made.

Whether you're showing your kids the sights that amazed you as a child or uniting the family with the spirit of adventure, these attractions will help you craft a trip that will delight the entire family. After all, the best souvenirs of a family vacation are the memories that last forever … although a stuffed jackalope is pretty cool, too!

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Act Naturally in the Black Hills

Roam wild in Custer State Park, feel the breeze at Wind Cave National Park and unearth a gem at Jewel Cave National Monument. It’s marvels like these that make western South Dakota a timeless family vacation destination that never gets old.

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Visitors that come for Mount Rushmore National Memorial are shocked by how much there is to discover. Meet more famous faces at Dignity: Of Earth & Sky and Crazy Horse Memorial®.

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"How does this exist!?"

South Dakota landscapes are made of wild adventures and limitless spaces, for jaw-drops and Christmas card photo-ops. To start, unleash your junior rangers in Badlands National Park and find waterfalls right off the road in Spearfish Canyon.

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Window Shop the Scenery

It's hard to say what view is better: the Black Hills National Forest or your kids' awe-struck faces pressed against the window. Glue them to the edge of their seat on the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway, then stretch your legs with hikes for all ages.

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Visit Roadside Highlights

You aren't cooped up for long when you road trip through South Dakota. Between the wacky attractions at Wall Drug Store and The World's Only Corn Palace in Mitchell, you'll find plenty of stops that are a little quirky and a lot of fun.

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Great Faces, Great Places

The horizons and history of South Dakota are equally limitless. This is where stories leap to life and Indigenous culture stands proud. Map a vacation for the ages among T. rex bones, pioneer homes and landscapes from outer space.

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Whether you're four or 40, it doesn’t cost a cent to feel like a kid. Find priceless fairy-tale theme parks in Aberdeen, beaches in Watertown and dinosaur playgrounds in Rapid City.

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Get Serious About Playtime

If kids learn through play, then kids learn an awful lot around here. Spark their creativity — and yours — at educational attractions around the state. The Children's Museum of South Dakota and The Mammoth Site of Hot Springs are great places to start.

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Dream Bigger

Sioux Falls (South Dakota's largest city) is the hub for big-time attractions the whole gang will love. The top of your list should include Falls Park, the inspiring Arc of Dreams sculpture and the Butterfly House & Aquarium.

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Soak Up Flip-Flop Season

South Dakota’s in the middle of the country, but we’re anything but landlocked. In reality, South Dakota has more miles of shoreline than the state of Florida! Get your beach towel ready for sunscreen-streaked fun on the Mighty Missouri River or at Lewis & Clark Lake in Yankton.

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Start Something Great

South Dakota’s full of surprises, from Sioux Falls to the Black Hills and everywhere in between. With so much to do it's hard to know just where to start. Get started with these sample trip itineraries—each is packed with tips for your Mount Rushmore State expedition.

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