Mount Rushmore Memorial Shared Tour from Rapid City, South Dakota

Overview

Available languages

English

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a massive sculpture carved into Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills region of South Dakota.

Completed in 1941 under the direction of Gutzon Borglum and his son Lincoln, the sculpture’s roughly 60-ft.-high granite faces depict U.S. presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.

The site also features a museum with interactive exhibits.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Entrance fee

English Guide

Snacks

Umbrellas and blankets in van

Gratuities

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

This 4 hour narrated tour takes us through the Black Hills to America’s Shrine of Democracy. There is a 14 minute video about the carving, the sculptor Gutzon Borglum, and workers. The Lincoln Borglum Museum has some great displays about Borglum, his family and his works, the mountain and machinery and the workers. The Presidential Trail is a gradually inclining walk that goes under the faces in the rock rubble with great spots for pictures of the individual faces. If you go further there is a strenuous walk down to the Sculptor’s Studio (open only in the summer months) then back up to the viewing terrace. The Avenue of Flags represents all 50 states and the territories, along with their respective dates of admission to the Union. There is also a new Youth Exploration area recently opened. The large gift shop has many items. The Carvers’ Café and an ice cream shop are available for refreshments.

4 hours • Admission Included

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Mount Rushmore Memorial Shared Tour from Rapid City, South Dakota

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Mount Rushmore Tour
Passport732830,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Outstanding tour of Mount Rushmore with Affordable Adventures and our tour guide Shane! Able to view Mount Rushmore from several locations and appreciated their ability to schedule us last minute. Highly Recommend!
Brilliant tour. Nick my...
Graham S,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Brilliant tour. Nick my guide was very friendly helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Prompt pick-up from hotel
Above and Beyond Our Expectations
Stacey B,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide went above and beyond showing us around Rapid City and fun stops along the way to Mt Rushmore. We had more than enough time to do all we wanted at Mt Rushmore itself. It was a beautiful day.
Amazing
marybethb916,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome tour. Susan was entertaining and very informative. She provided us with information to make our entire stay. In South Dakota memorable
Personal attention and super personable guide!
cherylmU7359OE,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow! Three of us booked the 4 hour Mount Rushmore tour and our driver Ken was absolutely incredible. He walked us through the memorial and took scenic routes and stopped for photos. He was so knowledgeable and pleasant. Despite the drizzle and fog, we got a glimpse of the famous sculpture. Ken made sure we did everything we wanted for a great day!
Guide made it great
John C,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Worthwhile excursion. Started on time with a very pleasant guide. Our guide, Trevor, was knowledgeable and informative and looked out for our needs. We had a great look at Mt. Rushmore that we would not have gotten on our own.
Amazing experience to Mt. Rushmore with Ann
E9337LGcatherinea,
Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had our tour with Ann, and she was amazing! So knowledgeable and passionate. She explained the history of Mount Rushmore with great stories and details. It was so interesting to learn about the monument's creation and meaning. Ann made everything clear, fun, and engaging. The views were absolutely stunning, and having her as our guide made the whole experience unforgettable. Highly recommend!!