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A mountain lodge with multiple wooden buildings and red roofs, surrounded by dense pine trees and rocky cliffs. 1
A lake surrounded by rocky cliffs and trees. 2
A winding mountain road surrounded by rocky formations and dense forest. 3
A road passing through a narrow rock tunnel with a sign reading "Needles Eye Tunnel". 4
A winding road through a hilly landscape with grassy fields and scattered trees. 5

Black Hills To Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

By Action Tour Guide
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional

Features

  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Explore Mount Rushmore's grand sculptures
  • Journey through historic Iron Mountain Road
  • Unveil secrets at Custer State Park and Jewel Cave
  • Honour heritage at Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Wander quaint city centre Hill City

Activity location

  • Black Hills
    • 13620 U.S. 16
    • 57702, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 13620 US-16, Rapid City, SD 57702
    • 13620 U.S. 16
    • 57702, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States of America

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What's included, what's not

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    Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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    Perfect narrator: Nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tonnes of rave reviews!
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    Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
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    Offline maps: No signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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    Hands-free: Audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
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    Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
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    Great value: Purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
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    Easy-to-use app: Download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
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    Unique password: Access your tour on the Action Tour Guide App
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
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    Food/Drinks

Know before you book

  • Enjoy a flexible, self-guided experience with the Action Tour Guide app—your audio narrator, GPS-enabled map, and tour guide all in one, so you can explore at your own pace.
  • A vehicle is required for this driving tour. You only need to purchase one tour per vehicle, not per person, making it easy for everyone in your group to listen together.
  • After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions to download the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password to access your tour. Download the tour in advance for the best experience.
  • Explore with stories created by local experts, professional writers, and experienced narrators that bring each destination’s history, culture, and landmarks to life.
  • Discover more with animated videos at select stops, helping you visualise historic events, hidden interiors, changing landscapes, and other details that may not be visible today.
  • Enjoy lifetime access with no expiry. Once unlocked, your tour is yours to use anytime, on future trips, and as many times as you like.

What you can expect

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

Explore the Black Hills with this self-guided walking and driving tour, weaving through landmark sites steeped in monumental art and history. Walk through the majestic Mount Rushmore, delve into the natural splendour of Custer State Park, experience the cultural resonance of Crazy Horse Memorial, and relax at the picturesque Sylvan Lake. Each location enriches your journey with its unique storey and breathtaking vistas, creating memories that echo through the landscapes of South Dakota.

Vehicle Restrictions on the Black Hills Loop Drive: Height restrictions apply along the Black Hills Loop Drive, as large RVs cannot fit through the tunnels on Needles Highway and Iron Mountain Road. If possible, drive a regular vehicle, or if towing, detach and leave your caravan behind.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter the password, and download the tour while you have WiFi or cell service. Once downloaded, the tour works offline, allowing you to enjoy the experience without an internet connection. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Points of Interest along the Black Hills To Mount Rushmore:-

  • Minuteman Missile Visitor Centre
  • Door Trail
  • Fossil Trail
  • Badlands Wall
  • Yellow Mounds Overlook
  • Prairie Dog Town
  • Rapid City
  • Keystone
  • Mount Rushmore
  • Pigtails and Tunnels
  • Iron Mountain Road
  • Custer State Park
  • Custer Wildlife Loop Road
  • Wind Cave and Jewel Cave
  • Needles Highway
  • Sylvan Lake
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Deadwood
  • Homestake Mine - Lead
  • Roughlock Falls
  • Spearfish Canyon
  • Bridal Veil Falls
  • Devils Tower

Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

  • This is a flexible and self-led tour that uses location-sensing technology as you drive.
  • The tour features in-depth audio narration that plays as you drive.
  • You can purchase just one tour for the entire car and use it as many times as you wish.
  • New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
  • Once downloaded, the tour works completely offline, and you can tour your way by choosing when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind.
  • If you need any help, you can always reach out to a real person via call, chat, or email.

Location

Activity location

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    Black Hills
    • 13620 U.S. 16
    • 57702, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    13620 US-16, Rapid City, SD 57702
    • 13620 U.S. 16
    • 57702, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States of America