Free & Cheap Things to Do in Rapid City, SD

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Rapid City, South Dakota, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Mini Golf, Caverns & Caves and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Downtown Rapid City to George S. Mickelson Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rapid City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Keystone, Hill City, Custer and Nemo.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Rapid City, South Dakota, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Mini Golf, Caverns & Caves and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Downtown Rapid City to George S. Mickelson Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rapid City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Keystone, Hill City, Custer and Nemo.
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41.7 Miles
95% 280 votes
Aquariums 423 Hatchery Circle, Spearfish, SD 57783 MoreLess Info
Several attractions compose the D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery. The main draw tends to be the centrla museum which educates visitors about the site while there is also a historic railcar, a Great Lakes-style cruiser boat, and the rainbow trout themselves.
42.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Pubs 729 7th Street, Spearfish, SD 57783 MoreLess Info
At Flanagan's Irish Pub, visitors can enjoy an alcoholic beverage with live music every weekend. The pub serves a special British pastry on their menu called a 'pasty', which is a savory pie-like dish.
42.3 Miles
88% 701 votes
National & State Parks 26611 US Highway 385, Hot Springs, SD 57747 MoreLess Info
One of the longest caves in the country, Wind Cave National Park is nestled among the Southern Black Hills. One of the last interact prairies greets visitors with prairie dogs, bison, and elk.
42.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bowling 1740 Ryan Road, Spearfish, SD 57783 MoreLess Info
Lucky Strike Lanes is a smaller sized bowling alley that also includes a miniature golf course. They have leagues or regular play, and the mini golf course is decent sized for such a small bowling alley.
42.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1830 N Main Street, Spearfish, SD 57783 MoreLess Info
A movie theater multiplex with six auditoriums, the Northern Hills Cinema 6 shows primarily newly released Hollywood films. The theater features a variety of refreshment specials, and offers discount matinees.
42.7 Miles
98% 41 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 500 N Tinton Rd, Spearfish, SD 57783 MoreLess Info
See a wide variety of exotic wildlife at Spirit of the Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Animals to see include lions, tigers, camels, bears and more. Guided sanctuary tours are offered Tuesdays through Sundays.
43.7 Miles
78% 59 votes
Breweries 121 West Highway 14, Spearfish, SD 57783 MoreLess Info
The Crow Peak Brewing Co. recently underwent a large scale expansion to prepare the business for increased distribution. Guests now have much more space to relax, view the tap room, and enjoy a wide range of craft beers.
45.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling S Highway 385, Hot Springs, SD 57747 MoreLess Info
Winner's Circle Lanes & Games is a family friendly facility that features billiards tables, bowling lanes, dining opportunities, and darts. The facility also has outdoor seating and a casino for adults.
45.6 Miles
100% 51 votes
Farms & Ranches 26840 Iron Shoe Trail, Hot Springs, SD MoreLess Info
Private guided trail rides are the specialty of Sage Meadow Ranch. All skill levels (ages 13 and up) are invited to make a reservation for a horseback riding experience. Rides range from an hour and a half to three hours.
45.9 Miles
63% 308 votes
Hot Springs & Geysers 1145 North River Street, Hot Springs, SD 57747 MoreLess Info
Waterslides and a large indoor pool at Evans Plunge are filled with water from the nearby natural thermal spring. The warm water stays at 87 degrees Fahrenheit and flows into the attraction at a rate of 5000 gallons per minute.
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