Discovering Family-Friendly Sioux Falls in Two Days

  • Day 1: Falls Park
    11 minutes (4.2 miles) from downtown Sioux Falls

    Start your tour of Sioux Falls by taking in the stunning natural beauty of Falls Park. Explore the cascading waterfalls and watch the water flow effortlessly into the Big Sioux River. Make sure to check out the various walking paths and the five-story observation tower overlooking the park.

  • Day 2: Sertoma Butterfly House & Marine Cove
    18 minutes (9.4 miles) from Falls Park

    Step into a world of fluttering wings and tropical marine life in the Sertoma Butterfly House & Marine Cove. Explore the different exhibits and interact with hundreds of butterflies from all around the world. The marine cove is an aquarium that houses sea creatures like sharks and stingrays.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sertoma Butterfly House & Marine Cove (2 hours, $12 per adult, $9 per child)
  • Falls Park (1 hour, free)
  • Food and drinks (2 days, $30-$40 per meal)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $96-$116

Transportation

Sioux Falls is a relatively small city that is easy to navigate by car. Public transportation is also available, with the Sioux Falls Metro Transit offering bus services throughout the city. The average cost of renting a car in Sioux Falls is $45 a day. Taxis and Uber are also available at a cost of $2.25 per mile.

Useful Tips

If you have more time in Sioux Falls, consider adding in a visit to the Great Plains Zoo, the Washington Pavilion, or the SculptureWalk Sioux Falls. If you have less time, you can consider skipping the Butterfly House & Marine Cove or reducing your time at Falls Park.

Airports

Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) is the city's primary airport and is located just 4 miles northwest of downtown. Several airlines operate out of FSD, including Delta, American, and United. Taxi and shuttle services are available from the airport to downtown Sioux Falls, and the average cost of a ride is $10-$15.

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