The Industry Outreach & Development team’s core function is to provide support and assistance to the communities and businesses within the tourism industry. This team can provide information about cooperative programs, marketing campaigns, consumer trends and marketing research.

Welcome to the South Dakota Department of Tourism’s web portal. The Department is made up of two divisions: the Department of Tourism and the South Dakota Arts Council. Together, we’re here to serve the people of South Dakota and all who come to meet our Great Faces and explore our Great Places.

Recognizing the importance of creativity in the lives of all South Dakotans, the Council makes quality arts accessible throughout the state by providing encouragement, grants, services and information to artists, arts organizations, schools and the public.

This website includes suggested itineraries, a list of receptive operators and other general information about South Dakota and our major attractions. Also included is a digital version of our Group Tour Planning Guide .

SDVisit.com is the official Travel South Dakota website where you'll find the latest tourism industry reports, initiatives, marketing tools, training opportunities and more.

May 26, 2022 · Tourism industry experts say the post-COVID desire to travel, South Dakota’s wide variety. Kylie Carlson is the 2022 recipient of the Jeffrey B. Nelson Investigative Journalism Endowed Internship. The Britton native is a 2022 journalism …

There are endless fun things to do in South Dakota for adventurers of all ages and interests — especially the iconic Great 8 landmarks that put our state on the map. Explore many other sites and attractions, eat delicious foods and find a cozy place to stay for the night — whether a B&B, campground, RV park, resort or hotel.

Aug 13, 2024 · Southeastern South Dakota accumulated 43.4% of the state’s tourism-generated labor income in 2023, which goes to employees throughout the region, according to Tourism Economics data. What...

Dec 5, 2024 · PIERRE, S.D. – Travel South Dakota is proud to recognize 35 businesses with a 2024 South Dakota Great Place designation and 81 individuals with a 2024 South Dakota Great Face designation. These tourism-focused businesses and individuals earned the designation for their outstanding hospitality and customer service.

May 24, 2022 · Even though fuel prices have hit an all-time high, state officials and business operators in the South Dakota tourism industry remain optimistic that the summer of 2022 will be another...