Tour Mount Rushmore & Black Hills by Bus
See Mount Rushmore and tour the Black Hills by bus with a guide
Duration
9.5 hours
Includes
Guide, transport, admissions
Highlights
Ride a comfortable, air-conditioned bus through the Black Hills with guided narration and set stops at major sights. Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial, scenic byways, and memorials, with time for photos along the way.
- Check in and board at Fort Hays Dances with Wolves Film Set in Rapid City
- Explore Mount Rushmore National Memorial for at least 1 hour
- Drive Iron Mountain Road on the Peter Norbeck National Scenic Byway
- Travel through Custer State Park with photo stops and possible wildlife sightings
- Stop at the State Game Lodge to purchase lunch from a menu or buffet
- Visit Crazy Horse Memorial for at least 1 hour, including museums
What's Included
- Guided tour narration
- Transportation in an air-conditioned bus
- Admission fees to attractions
- Photo stops
Things to know
Toddlers sit on a lap unless you add a child ticket for a seat. Wheelchairs and scooters can be stored under the bus, and assistance is available.
Gratuity is not included. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled water are available for purchase during the tour.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund within 48hrs.
FAQs
No. You need to check in at the Fort Hays Headquarters Building to get a paper ticket with your assigned bus for the day.
Yes. You can also use restrooms at scheduled stops; the onboard restroom is like a porta potty.
No. You stop at the State Game Lodge, where you can buy lunch from a menu or buffet.
Meeting details
2255 Fort Hayes Dr, Rapid City SD 57702
More about Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Mount Rushmore National Memorial rises from the granite peaks of South Dakota's Black Hills, where the carved faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln gaze out across the Ponderosa pine forests below. This iconic American landmark anchors a full-day bus tour through the Black Hills region, giving travelers the chance to experience one of the most recognizable monuments in the world without the stress of navigating mountain roads or hunting for parking. The scale of Mount Rushmore National Memorial is something photographs rarely capture, and seeing it in person, framed by the rugged terrain that inspired sculptor Gutzon Borglum, is the kind of moment that defines a trip to the American West.
The tour brings you directly to Mount Rushmore National Memorial with time to walk the Avenue of Flags, stand at the Grand View Terrace, and study the four faces up close as your guide shares the stories behind the carving. Alongside the memorial, the day winds through the scenic byways of the Black Hills, with stops that may include Custer State Park's wildlife loop, the dramatic granite spires of the Needles Highway, and the small Western towns tucked into the hills. The contrast between the quiet pine forests, the bison roaming open meadows, and the monumental presence of Mount Rushmore National Memorial gives the route a rhythm that feels both intimate and grand.
This experience is ideal for history lovers, families introducing children to American landmarks, photographers chasing dramatic light on stone, and travelers who prefer to settle into a comfortable seat and let someone else handle the logistics. Solo visitors and couples will appreciate the company of a knowledgeable guide who turns the scenery into stories, while groups will enjoy the easy pace and shared discoveries along the way. If you want to see Mount Rushmore National Memorial and the surrounding Black Hills in one well-paced day, this bus tour offers a relaxed and memorable way to take it all in.
