Area Travel - AmericInn® of Madison, SD
Welcome to Beautiful South Dakota! Read about Madison attractions and things to do during your stay:
While staying in our Madison South Dakota hotel, make time to explore Lake County’s many attractions, including casinos, South Dakota State University, Lake Thompson, and much more.
Area Attractions and Activities
Historical Prairie Village – Located on the scenic shores of Lake Herman and spanning over 120 acres, Prairie Village has over 40 antique-filled buildings, including an old school house, a sawmill, and an opera house. This turn-of-the-century version of “Main Street, USA” is sure to provide a fun and educational experience for the whole family.
Address: 45205 Hwy 34
Distance: 2 miles
Phone: 605-256-3644
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 11am-6pm
Lake Herman State Park – Lake Herman offers a rich abundance of outdoor recreational activities, including boating, hiking, fishing, swimming, and more.
Address: CR-38, Uninc Lake County, SD
Distance: 2.5 miles
Phone: 605-256-5003
Hours of Operation: Varies. Please call for details.
Community Center – This 67,000 square-foot building is dedicated to serving the health, recreational and social needs of Madison and the surrounding area. The Center’s pool has a zero depth entry point, which is perfect for small children. The pool also includes an 80-foot waterslide, large whirlpool, sauna, and many sports facilities such as racquetball and basketball courts.
Address: 820 N Washington Ave., Madison, SD 57042
Distance: 1.5 miles
Phone: 605-256-5837
Hours of Operation: Mon-Thu: 5:30am-10pm; Fri: 5:30am-8pm; Sat: 8am-8pm; Sun: 12pm-8pm
Dakota Prairie Playhouse – Located on the north campus of Dakota State University, the Dakota Prairie Playhouse offers world-class theatre productions, prestigious guest speakers, live music, and much more.
Address: 820 N. Washington, Madison, SD 57042
Distance: 1.5 miles
Phone: 605-256-5666
Hours of Operation: Call for updated box office hours.
Smith-Zimmerman Museum – Explore Victorian furnishings in authentically-recreated period rooms, including a 1920s-style kitchen and an 18th-century bedroom! This museum also features antique farm equipment and a replica claim-shanty that helps visitors interpret the living conditions of America’s homesteading days.
Address: 221 NE 8th ST, Madison, SD 57042
Distance: 1.5 miles
Phone: 605-256-5308
Hours of Operation: Tue-Fri: 1pm-4:30pm
Royal River Casino – Experience the royal treatment at one of South Dakota’s premier gaming destinations. This vibrant casino features state-of-the-art Las Vegas-style slot machines, blackjack and poker tables, bingo, and off-track betting!
Address: 607 S Veterans St, Flandreau, SD 57028
Distance: 25 miles
Phone: 800-833-8666
Hours of Operation: 24/7
Lake Thompson – This local treasure offers plenty of boating, fishing, water sports, and miles of scenic nature trails.
Address: 21176 Flood Club Rd, Lake Preston, SD 57249
Distance: 28 miles
Phone: 605-847-4893
Hours of Operation: (n/a)
Madison Country Club – This 18-hole regulation golf course is beautifully designed and feaures three sets of teeboxes for a fun but challenging golfing experience.
Address: 45152 233rd St, Madison, SD 57042
Distance: 4 miles
Phone: 605-256-9624
Hours of Operation: Varies according to season. Please call for details.
