Rapid City Shared Tour

The Rapid City Tour includes a trip up Skyline Drive to see an overview of east and west Rapid City, Dinosaur Park, Hangman’s Hill, and a drive through the West Boulevard historical district with its lovely old homes. We drive through downtown Rapid City which features bronze statues of all but the last two U.S. Presidents, as well as the historic Alex Johnson Hotel and the Prairie Edge Native American Store. Then we drive over to the Civic Center to see a display of pieces of the Berlin Wall and the Rose Gardens. As we drive into the west side of Rapid City we will see the parks created from the ravages of the 1972 Flood. We will also see Storybook Island, the Formal Gardens, Canyon Lake Park and Stavkirke Chapel In the Hills, which is an exact replica of an 850 Norwegian church with its storehouse and log museum building.

We can go to the Journey Museum which depicts the history of the area starting from the beginning of time in the Black Hills up through modern day Rapid City.

Museum of Geology

The South Dakota School of Mines Geology Museum is a captivating destination for rockhounds, fossil enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the Earth's history. Located on the campus of the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, the museum boasts an impressive collection of minerals, fossils, and meteorites from South Dakota and around the world. Explore exhibits showcasing the region's rich geological history, including the famous Badlands and Black Hills formations. Discover fascinating specimens like dinosaur bones, rare minerals, and even pieces of the solar system. The museum offers educational opportunities for all ages, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the wonders of geology.