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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: USD
- Languages: English
- Climate: Continental
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Population: Approximately 192,000
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is from May to September when weather is mild.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Sioux Falls generally follow U.S. visa policies. Citizens of visa waiver countries, including most EU and UK countries, can enter the U.S. for tourism without a visa for up to 90 days under the ESTA program. Other visitors may require a visa obtained prior to travel. U.S. citizens do not need a visa. Visa on arrival is not available. Electronic visas (ESTA) are available for eligible travelers.
About Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls is the largest city in South Dakota, known for its scenic beauty centered around the Big Sioux River and its impressive waterfalls within Falls Park. The city blends natural attractions with a vibrant cultural scene, offering visitors a mix of outdoor recreation, historic sites, and modern amenities. Its welcoming community and manageable size make it an appealing destination for travelers seeking a relaxed yet engaging experience. Visitors can explore art galleries, enjoy local festivals, and dine on Midwestern cuisine. The city’s parks and riverfront trails provide ample opportunities for walking, biking, and picnicking. Sioux Falls also serves as a gateway to the wider attractions of the region, including nearby state parks and cultural landmarks.
Top Attractions
1. Falls Park – A picturesque urban park featuring waterfalls on the Big Sioux River, walking trails, and historic ruins. 2. SculptureWalk – An outdoor public art exhibit showcasing rotating sculptures throughout downtown Sioux Falls. 3. Old Courthouse Museum – A historic building with exhibits on local history and culture. 4. Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum of Natural History – A family-friendly zoo with diverse animal species and educational programs. 5. Washington Pavilion – A cultural center housing art galleries, theaters, and a science museum.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy hiking and biking along the Big Sioux River trails, exploring the vibrant downtown with its shops and galleries, attending live performances at the Washington Pavilion, and participating in seasonal festivals. Outdoor enthusiasts can fish or kayak on the river, while families can spend time at the zoo or children’s museums. The city also offers golf courses, farmers markets, and local craft breweries for a diverse range of experiences.
Sioux Falls Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South Dakota
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy hiking and biking along the Big Sioux River trails, exploring the vibrant downtown with its shops and galleries, attending live performances at the Washington Pavilion, and participating in seasonal festivals. Outdoor enthusiasts can fish or kayak on the river, while families can spend time at the zoo or children’s museums. The city also offers golf courses, farmers markets, and local craft breweries for a diverse range of experiences.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is from May to September when weather is mild. Pack layers as temperatures can vary. Respect local customs by being polite and punctual. Sioux Falls is generally safe, but usual travel precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, and ATMs are available. Carry some cash for small purchases or tips.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $55
Highest Price Tour: $180
8 Available Tour Excursions in Sioux Falls
3Quest Challenge of Sioux Falls is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. The items will be given to you in riddle form. Get points for finding the items, as well as completing fun challenges as well! The items and challenges will be arranged in 3 different quests. Complete the quests, in order, to finish 3Quest Challenge! Try setting a time limit of 2 hours for yourself to make the game even more intense and see if you can do all 3 quests in the given time! During the game, you'll have a remote guide that will chat with you during the game in case you need anything! Let's see if you can do all 3 quests in Sioux Falls today!
Price: $10.00
Duration: 2 hours
Saturday food tours are a collection of tastes from different restaurants and breweries in Downtown Sioux Falls. Join us for the history of the city and some amazing bites that might surprise you.
Price: $110.00
Duration: 3 hours
Hey thrill-seekers, listen up! Let’s Roam isn’t just any adventure hunt – it’s your ticket to adventure! We’re talking about the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company where you’ll stroll to the coolest landmarks and uncover hidden gems, all while cracking trivia and conquering challenges. Gather your squad and get ready to team up or face off – it’s all about creating those epic memories and learning some mind-blowing facts along the way. Whether you’re planning a wild bachelorette bash, an epic birthday blowout, or a corporate team-building extravaganza, Let’s Roam is your go-to for turning any day into a legendary escapade! Each player gets to pick their interactive role, so get ready to step into the spotlight and shine. Don’t miss out on the fun – download Let’s Roam and let the adventure begin!
Price: $12.31
Duration: 2 hours
Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case murder on the streets of Sioux Falls. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Once you choose, the exact starting point will be revealed. *See images for route. Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.
Price: $14.99
Duration: 2 hours
Walk around your Kingdom of Sioux Falls while playing Wacky Walks scavenger hunt! Wacky Walks is an app-based royal scavenger hunt that will allow you to rule in your city! Compete with your group to become the King/Queen amongst your group, while finding items around the city and completing fun challenges. Take a photo of the items you find and the challenges you complete to get points. Try to stay the King or Queen of your group for as long as you can and gain as many points as you can! There's no time limit on Wacky Walks, you can play as long as you'd like, in any area of the city you decide. A remote host will help along the way via chat! Explore Sioux Falls with Wacky Walks!
Price: $10.00
Duration: 2 hours
Zombie Scavengers in Sioux Falls will help prove you can survive a zombie apocalypse! Use an app to find a list of items needed to survive. Find them in any order you'd like and get points for each found survival item. Get points also by doing crazy zombie themed tasks. Survey the area and figure out how to get the most points in order to survive the apocalypse. Should you have any questions along the way, a remote host will chat with you throughout the game. Prove to the world you can survive an apocalypse in Sioux Falls today!
Price: $20.00
Duration: 1 hours
Walk around Sioux Falls while completing the Operation City Quest scavenger hunt! Use an app to find a list of objects around the city in any order you choose and perform fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others across the country. All of our scavenger hunts have a remote host via chat to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Sioux Falls.
Price: $10.00
Duration: 2 hours
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!
Price: $29.00
Duration: 2 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Sioux Falls cuisine reflects Midwestern flavors with an emphasis on hearty, locally sourced ingredients. Signature dishes include bison burgers, walleye fish, and corn-fed beef. The city has a growing food scene with farm-to-table restaurants, casual diners, and ethnic eateries. Must-try foods include fried cheese curds and locally brewed craft beers. Noteworthy restaurants include Minervas for classic American fare and Parker’s Bistro for upscale dining with local ingredients.
Getting Around
Sioux Falls is accessible by air via Sioux Falls Regional Airport with connections to major hubs. The city has a public bus system for local travel, but many visitors prefer renting a car or using rideshare services for convenience. Downtown is walkable, and bike rentals are available. Parking is generally affordable and plentiful in most areas.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is from May to September when weather is mild. Pack layers as temperatures can vary. Respect local customs by being polite and punctual. Sioux Falls is generally safe, but usual travel precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, and ATMs are available. Carry some cash for small purchases or tips.
Culture & Customs
Sioux Falls residents value friendliness, community involvement, and Midwestern hospitality. Social interactions tend to be polite and reserved. Important local events include the Sioux Empire Fair and SculptureWalk unveiling. Visitors should respect personal space and dress casually but neatly. Tipping around 15-20% in restaurants is customary.
