- TripBuzz found 57 things to do with kids in or near Rapid City, South Dakota, including 31 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Keystone, Hill City, Custer and Nemo.
- From Storybook Island to Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, the Rapid City area offers 52 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Mini Golf and Water Parks.
- One of the largest cities in South Dakota, Rapid City is home to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Located near the Black Mountains, the city is a popular locale for outdoor sports and adventures including rock climbing, bicycling, fishing, kayaking and tubing. Along with outdoor recreation, the area has a variety of museums and cultural centers such as Reptile Gardens, The Journey Museum and Dinosaur Park.
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Rapid City, South Dakota is home to Storybook Island, a family-frienly theme part that caters to very young children. The Island is based on some of the most beloved children's books from throughout the world. It is not open during winter.
1.9 Miles
Enjoy a round or two at Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf in Rapid City, South Dakota. Kids and adults love navigating the whimsical, imaginative course before visitng the gift shop and snack bar. All ages are welcome.
4.2 Miles
Enjoy the unique, family fun adventure at Black Hills Maze, the only place where getting lost is a blast. The maze is a 1.2 mile labyrinth of walkways, bridges, twists, and turns, and visitors can also enjoy mini golf and rock climbing wall.
9.2 Miles
85%
71 votes
23694 Strato Rim Drive, Rapid City, SD 57702
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Your ticket for hours of family friendly entertainment is at Putz n Glo Indoor Black Light Miniature Golf. A perfect choice for your next party, guests can play mini golf, pan for gemstones, and try and negotiate the giant maze.
4.3 Miles
64%
352 votes
1314 North Elk Vale Road, Rapid City, SD 57701
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Watiki Indoor Waterpark is a 30,000 square foot indoor waterpark attached to two hotels. The park has activities for all age children, a hot tub for adults, and a concession stand.
4.5 Miles
Situated on the road to Mount Rushmore, the Rushmore Waterslide Park covers roughly 17 acres of land. The park features three major water slides, a hot spa, a children's area with small slides, and a miniature golf course.
8.4 Miles
92%
550 votes
Ellsworth Air Force Base, Rapid City, SD
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Airplane and space exploration enthusiasts always linger in the South Dakota Air & Space Museum, dedicated to preserving aircraft and other flight paraphenalia. There are indoor and outdoor exhibits. Tours are also available.
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525 votes
2255 Fort Hays Drive, Rapid City, SD 57701
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Enjoy a yummy dinner and enthralling entertainment at Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show in Rapid City, South Dakota. Visitors may also pan for gold, learn how to make rope and enjoy the boardwalk atmosphere.
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Visitors of all ages interact with over 100 farm animals at Old MacDonald's Farm. Bottle-feed baby goats, pet the pigs, and feed the ducks and geese in the pond as you get up close to farm life.
11.5 Miles
Spanning a total of 109 miles, the George S. Mickelson Trail is a nature trail popular for a number of recreational activities. Visitors commonly enjoy biking, hiking, birdwatching, and horseback riding along the trail.