Mt Rushmore & Crazy Horse + Sylvan Lake/Needles Tunnel

4.5
(37 reviews)
Rapid City, USA

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

At Mt Rushmore we spend 2 hours touring the famous attractions, movie, museum and gift shop.

We arrive at Crazy Horse and explore the huge museum with 14,000 pieces of Native American art. There is a wonderful 20 movie about the history of the carving . . . and the famous family who made this all come to life. You will have time to explore the museum and spend time in the gift shop.

Also included is a drive along Iron Mtn Road with a stop at Norbeck Overlook and several one way tunnels.

On our return to Deadwood, we tour the 'bad boy' town of Hill City. Once a town of noted violence and debauchery . . . it is now our most 'artsy' location with local artists, a famous dinosaur museum and local wineries.

What's Included

Bottled water
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuites are Not Included

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Mount Rushmore National Memorial

    Alive in Stone... these majestic figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln are surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills. They tell the story of the birth, growth, development and preservation of this country. From the history of the first inhabitants to the diversity of America today, Mount Rushmore brings visitors face to face with the rich heritage we all share.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    On this tour we first stop at one of the lessor known views of Mt Rushmore . . . to the west of the main entrances is a small parking lot for a unique photo of George Washingtons Profile. This was never intened to be at attraction but has become one of his famous pictures.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Crazy Horse Memorial

    The Crazy Horse Memorial is a mountain monument under construction on privately held land in the Black Hills. It depicts the Oglala Lakota warrior Crazy Horse, riding a horse and pointing to his tribal land. This will be the largest man made sculpture in the world. The museum has over 14,000 Native American pieces of art. In the summer there are Lakota dancers performing on the patio. This is a wonderful historic and cultural experience.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Hill City

    In 1883, tin was discovered near Hill City, and the population exploded. The Harney Peak Tin Mining, Milling, and Manufacturing Company made its headquarters on Main Street. The company was backed by English financiers and bought 1,100 prospecting sites around the area. As mining grew, the city became known for its wild living and was once referred to as "a town with a church on each end and a mile of Hell in between." At one time, 15 saloons were located on Main Street. Today Hill City is know for its local artists, the dinosaur museum and wine tasting locations.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Iron Mountain Road

    Famous one way tunnels and pigtail bridges.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Black Hills Open-Top-Tours

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Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Limousine Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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