Mt Rushmore Night Ceremony and Tour - with Tunnels and Stargazing

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Please note -

*The Night Ceremony at Mt Rushmore is only available from MAY 26TH to AUGUST 10th: ceremony starts 9 PM - And AUGUST 11TH to SEPT 30TH: ceremony starts 8PM

*October 1 to May 25th we provide the tour of Mt Rushmore with a Mountain Sunset and Stargazing.

Black Hills Open-Top-Tours is the only tour company offering a Mt Rushmore tour that also includes the Night Lighting Ceremony, a tour of the Iron Mtn Tunnels and night stargazing (depening on weather).

We tour in a variety of classic unique convertible top vehicles. Our unique 'Woody' Vans, specialized Jeep Gladiators or a Mercedes Glass-Top Sprinter van. All are comfortable and safe convertible top vehicles. They offer great elevated views and photo ops without needing to exit.

This 5 hour tour departs from Rapid City between 5:30 and 7:00pm (depending of time of sunset).

Private Tours Available for Groups.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Other rates apply only when sharing with 2 paying adults

A minimum of 2 Adults per booking is required

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Layered clothing, comfortable shoes, and a hat are recommended

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Snacks

Driver/guide

Fees

Gratuities

What To Expect

Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway

This tour includes the Norbeck Overlook. The overlook takes you to great views of Mount Rushmore, Black Elk Peak and and its a great platform to view the setting sun and pause for stargazing . . . multitude of stars, constellations, and even galaxies.

1 hour•Admission Included

Iron Mountain Road

After the stargaing on our return home, we drive Iron Mountain Road and its pigtail bridges, magnificent views through the one-way tunnels that frame the lighted national monument. We pause for photos.

40 minutes•Admission Included

Options

Mt Rushmore Nite/Starz/Tunnels

Pickup included

Reviews

4.63

32 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

The sights are...
Mark B,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The sights are magnificent and the vehicle is fun to cruise in. Charlie the tour guide was first class and shared a lot of history and local lore.
Outstanding
Stephen B,
Oct 13, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Gene our driver was a font of knowledge, his personal story's from growing up in the area made the whole experience come alive. The routes that the company use are breathtaking and make for a thoroughly enjoyable day.
Too dangerous on a highway
George M,
Oct 9, 2024
- Viator
2.00
Gene our tour guide was a very friendly person and was knowledgeable about the places he took us. We saw incredible scenery and lots of wildlife. The bad part was the jeep he was given to drive us around. There was absolutely no protection against the wind. No wind guards or any kind of shades to protect the passengers. It was really bad when Gene drove down the highway at 45-55 miles an hour. It should never have been like that. Now we know what hurricane winds feel like. My husband got wind burn on his face and I got wind burn on my nose and now have cold sores from the irritation. The jeep was also dangerous. The back was open and if Gene stopped too fast someone could have fallen out. DID NOT feel safe. We will NEVER do this again or recommend it to anyone.
Awesome Bison Tour
Janice S,
Sep 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Our Bison Tour to Custer Park was absolutely amazing! Mike our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and very accommodating. Would definitely recommend this tour especially with Mike.
Worth the cost
Alex P,
Aug 14, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Very informative. Mike was very attentive to our needs. Tour provided a good overview of the Black hills area.