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Things to see in Rapid City, South Dakota (United States): 12 places and when to go
Rapid City, South Dakota is a town in United States with around 74,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly With kids (4), Wildlife (3), Food and drink (3). The best known are Hotel Alex Johnson, Chapel in the Hills and Rapid City Historic Commercial District. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 43. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 44.0806, -103.2306
- Population
- About 74,000
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- With kids (4) · Wildlife (3) · Food and drink (3) · History (2) · Temples (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 1,269 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Chapel in the Hills, at 1,077 m.
What to see in Rapid City, South Dakota
The places in and around Rapid City, South Dakota, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Hotel Alex JohnsonBuilding in Rapid City, South Dakota246 m
- Chapel in the HillsStave church in Rapid City, South Dakota6.5 km
- Rapid City Historic Commercial DistrictHistoric district in South Dakota, USA231 m
- South Dakota Air and Space MuseumAviation museum in South Dakota, United States14 km
- Storybook IslandPark in the United States of America2.8 km
- Bear Country USAWith kids · Wildlife13 km
- Centennial TrailHiking22 km
- Lost Cabin Beer CompanyBrewery1.0 km
- Old McDonald's FarmWith kids · Wildlife14 km
- Pour 54Brewery212 m
- Reptile GardensZoo in South Dakota, United States11 km
- Uplifted WineryWinery36 m
When to go to Rapid City, South Dakota
The best time to visit Rapid City, South Dakota is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:03
- FebPossible10:14
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:14
- MayBest time14:34
- JunBest time15:17
- JulBest time14:59
- AugBest time13:50
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:45
- NovPossible9:23
- DecPossible8:43
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 43. In April, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Rapid City, South Dakota
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 1,269 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Rapid City, South Dakota?
The best known: Hotel Alex Johnson, Chapel in the Hills, Rapid City Historic Commercial District, South Dakota Air and Space Museum, Storybook Island. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Rapid City, South Dakota?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 43.
How do you get to Rapid City, South Dakota?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 1,269 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Rapid City, South Dakota as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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