15 days in Minnesota, North Dakota & South Dakota Itinerary
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Start: Amsterdam
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Duluth
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Minneapolis
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Bloomington
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Medora
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Rapid City
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Badlands National Park
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Sioux Falls
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Duluth — 2 nights
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Zenith City of the Unsalted Seas
Take a break from Duluth with a short trip to Gooseberry Falls State Park in Two Harbors, about 48 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: admire all the interesting features of Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive, make a trip to Canal Park, walk around Leif Erikson Park, and stroll through Enger Park.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Duluth is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Amsterdam to Duluth, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 65°F, and evening lows to 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Minneapolis.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Duluth is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Amsterdam to Duluth, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 65°F, and evening lows to 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Minneapolis.
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Minneapolis — 2 nights
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The City of Lakes
On the 7th (Fri), explore the world behind art at Minneapolis Institute of Art, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, then walk around Minnehaha Park, and finally stroll through Mill Ruins Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Mill City Museum, then contemplate the waterfront views at Silverwood Park, then contemplate the waterfront views at Chain of Lakes, and finally explore the activities along Lake of the Isles.
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Traveling by flight from Duluth to Minneapolis takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Duluth in June; daily highs in Minneapolis reach 79°F and lows reach 61°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Bloomington.
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Traveling by flight from Duluth to Minneapolis takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Duluth in June; daily highs in Minneapolis reach 79°F and lows reach 61°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Bloomington.
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Bloomington — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): browse the different shops at Rybicki Cheese and then browse the different shops at Mall of America.
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Bloomington is just a stone's throw from Minneapolis. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in June, and nighttime lows around 61°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can travel to Medora.
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Bloomington is just a stone's throw from Minneapolis. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in June, and nighttime lows around 61°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can travel to Medora.
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Medora — 2 nights
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On the 10th (Mon), explore the striking landscape of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Tue): explore the striking landscape of South Unit.
To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Medora trip planner.
You can do a combination of flight and car from Bloomington to Medora in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Bloomington to Medora. Traveling from Bloomington in June, Medora is a bit cooler at night with lows of 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Rapid City.
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To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Medora trip planner.
You can do a combination of flight and car from Bloomington to Medora in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Bloomington to Medora. Traveling from Bloomington in June, Medora is a bit cooler at night with lows of 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Rapid City.
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Rapid City — 3 nights
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Gateway to the Black Hills
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rapid City: Mount Rushmore National Memorial (in Keystone) and Custer (Needles Eye Tunnel, Sylvan Lake, &more). Pack the 13th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Rushmore Tramway Adventures. And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Bear Country USA, get to know the resident critters at Reptile Gardens, and look for gifts at Professor Samuel's Portrait Emporium.
For photos, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Rapid City vacation planner.
Getting from Medora to Rapid City by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of car and bus. Traveling from Medora in June, plan for a bit warmer nights in Rapid City, with lows around 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can go by car to Badlands National Park.
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Getting from Medora to Rapid City by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of car and bus. Traveling from Medora in June, plan for a bit warmer nights in Rapid City, with lows around 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can go by car to Badlands National Park.
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Badlands National Park — 2 nights
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On the 15th (Sat), explore the striking landscape of Badlands National Park. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the striking landscape at Big Badlands Overlook, explore the striking landscape at White River Valley Overlook, then take in the dramatic natural features at Yellow Mounds Overlook, then take a memorable drive along Loop Road, and finally explore the striking landscape at Badlands Wall.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Badlands National Park travel planner.
Getting from Rapid City to Badlands National Park by car takes about an hour. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. June in Badlands National Park sees daily highs of 83°F and lows of 54°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Sioux Falls.
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To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Badlands National Park travel planner.
Getting from Rapid City to Badlands National Park by car takes about an hour. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. June in Badlands National Park sees daily highs of 83°F and lows of 54°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Sioux Falls.
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Sioux Falls — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Joseph Cathedral, then take an in-depth tour of Stockyards Ag Experience, then walk around Falls Park, and finally hike along Sioux Falls Bike Trails.
To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Sioux Falls tour planner.
Traveling by car from Badlands National Park to Sioux Falls takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Badlands National Park to Sioux Falls due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 80°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Sioux Falls tour planner.
Traveling by car from Badlands National Park to Sioux Falls takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Badlands National Park to Sioux Falls due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 80°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Minnesota travel guide
The Land of 10,000 Lakes
Deriving its name from the Dakota word for "land of sky-tinted water," Minnesota is a land of pristine lakes, pockets of dense green forests, and sprawling prairieland. Spend your vacation exploring the state's diverse landscape for endless outdoor activity and a chance to see some of the area's national monuments, or take a trip to the bustling St. Paul-Minneapolis area, a network of commerce and cultural attractions, including the famous Mall of America.
North Dakota travel guide
Geographic Center of the North American Continent
A primarily rural state, North Dakota is the ancient home of the Lakota tribe. Norwegian settlers once made up the European population, and one of the state's major attractions is the Norsk Høstfest, the largest Norwegian festival in the United States. The vast plains and never-ending sky inspire the many orchestras that call the state home. The spirituality of the music is second only to the spirituality of the people, as the state has the nation's highest percentage of churchgoing residents. The state's open fields are conducive to fishing, hunting, and winter activities.
South Dakota travel guide
The State of Great Faces and Great Places
Famous for the cliffside monuments of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse memorial, South Dakota is a land of Old West history, American Indian culture, and impressive natural wonders. Get to know the state's diverse and breathtaking landscape with a trip through Custer National Park, with a herd of 1,300 free-roaming bison, or by traversing the dramatic peaks of Badlands National Park near the Black Hills. Allow time in your itinerary to visit the state's largest city, Sioux Falls, for shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a number of museums and historical attractions.
