South Dakota’s largest city is a blossoming destination for the group tour and travel trade markets with excellent offerings for arts, history, and nature. Here are five activities to add to your itinerary for your time in Sioux Falls.
Falls Park
No visit to Sioux Falls is complete without a stop at the city’s namesake, Falls Park. See and hear the power of the Big Sioux River as it rushes over the pink Sioux quartzite rocks. With multiple viewing platforms throughout the park, including a five-story observation tower, there are plenty of opportunities for guests to capture photos and videos of the breathtaking view.
Sioux Falls State Theatre
This isn’t your average movie theater. Learn about the history of the Sioux Falls State Theatre during a behind-the-scenes tour of the building where you will learn about the extensive restoration that took place to bring this iconic building in Downtown Sioux Falls back to life after years of neglect and closure. With intricate details throughout the building, a visit here will leave your group in awe.
USGS EROS Center
For something that’s truly a one-of-a-kind experience, the U.S. Geological Survey’s Earth Resources Observation and Science Center offers a guided tour that explores how satellite imagery is used to monitor our changing planet, respond to natural disasters, and more.
McCrossan Boys Ranch
Experience the inspiring story of McCrossan Boys Ranch, where nearly seventy years of compassion, education, and hard work have helped thousands of young men build brighter futures. Tour the Robert L. Nielsen Visitor Center and meet the Ranch’s famous Gentle Giant horses.
Good Earth State Park at Blood Run
Explore one of North America’s most significant Indigenous cultural sites which is now known as Good Earth State Park at Blood Run. The visitor center offers a variety of historical exhibits and artifacts found on the land which was inhabited by Indigenous peoples between A.D. 1300 and 1700.
