South Dakota Last Minute Getaways

Looking to getaway to South Dakota but don't have time to really plan for it? Have a getaway South Dakota travel itch you need to scratch? Reward your spontaneity with a last-minute South Dakota romantic getaway! There are great last minute romantic getaways to be had across South Dakota and even some at a nice price. With a little flexibility you can find a romantic last-minute getaway in South Dakota. Here's how!

The major airport to South Dakota is Souix Falls Regional Airport (FSD). If you want to get around in South Dakota from there you'll need to rent a car and drive. Fill up your tank though because the towns can be few and far between. Towns like Sioux Falls and Rapid City can offer motels, inns and even the occasionally B&B, but outside these major hubs, entertainment will most likely involve watching wild horses run. The Dacotah Prairie Museum, Dakota Sioux Casino, or Redlin Art Center are worthwhile stops as well.

Big City SD Last Minute Getaways

These bustling South Dakota cities are perfect for a romantic last minute getaway. The cities of Buffalo, Aberdeen, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls offer entertainment, hotels, and restaurants helping last-minute travelers to find exactly what they're looking for on very short notice. And any day of the week, day or night, South Dakota's cities are the perfect place for a last minute romantic escape!

Last Minute South Dakota Travel Ideas

Head out to the open South Dakota road for a scenic driving tour, all we recommend is a full tank of gas and an early start. Visit the communities of Newell, Watertown, Pierre, and Mitchell pick up an area map and ask a local about some of the best spots for a drive and a picnic. Let your adventurous spirit guide you. Fill up the gas tank, pack a bag, and see where the road takes you! Some of the most memorable romantic getaways are the ones involving the least planning. Setting out together without a specific destination can be adventurous and exciting. Just remember to keep safety in mind. Be sure and stop at South Dakota winery, or visit Dakota Sioux Casino, Black Hills, or Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village for some extra fun. South Dakota will provide the sites and fun. It's up to you to make your last minute getaway romantic.

Popular South Dakota Attractions

Mount Rushmore National Monument
Black Hills
Crazy Horse Mountain
The Big Sioux River Trail
Falls Park
Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village
Missouri River
Mobridge & Lake Oahe
Timber Lake

For additional last minute South Dakota romantic travel information contact the South Dakota Department of Tourism at 711 East Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501-3369 Telephone: 605 773-3301 or 800-732-5682.