

There are slower highway routes available, although it is faster and more straightforward to take Interstate 35 South to I-90 West.

This part of the drive takes roughly 4 hours, depending on which route you take. If the weather is nice, the Walker Art Center in the Lowry Hill neighborhood has both indoor galleries of contemporary art and a well-known sculpture garden.Īn aerial view of downtown Minneapolis and the Mississippi River Stop 2: Minneapolis to Mitchell, SD If you are a fan of Prince, you can visit his Paisley Park estate and studio, which has been turned into a museum of sorts. If you go in the summer you can ride a bike around one of the many lakes in and near the city, or along the Mississippi River. This small city is home to a thriving music scene, great restaurants and craft beer and plenty of places to enjoy outdoor activities. Minneapolis to South Dakota Road Trip Route Driving Time Here are some of the interesting things to see and do on your drive from Minneapolis to Mount Rushmore. After that, it is easy to drive into the city or start your road trip. Paul International Airport you can easily pick up your rental car from the SIXT branch at the car rental center. All in all, this is about 10 hours of driving over 600 miles but there are plenty of places to stop along the way for breaks, to stay overnight, or to take some photos.

This road trip covers a route from Minneapolis all the way west to the Black Hills of South Dakota, where Mount Rushmore is located. That is a pity, because South Dakota is full of natural beauty, nice people, hearty food, and an ingrained Native American culture. This state lies right in the middle of the country and its lack of major cities, major sports teams, and people, means many tourists never even think about going there. To see a true piece of American beauty and some iconic landmarks, go north on a road trip through South Dakota.
