Location: Mitchell
Top Things to do in Mitchell
What to do and see in Mitchell, South Dakota (SD): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Mitchell is the county seat of Davison County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 15,254 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Mitchell
1. Escape Rooms at that place
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Mitchell's downtown, interactive, unique, room-sized games have been a great escape from the ordinary since 2016! Attempt one of our "escape rooms" on Tuesdays through Sundays by booking your team's reservation online! Custom dates and times might be available upon request. These family-friendly but challenging escape rooms are located in the same building as our teen center "that place for teens" which has been providing a free place for students on Fridays for over 22 years! Not only will your team of 2-8 people have a great time finding clues, solving puzzles, and conquering our gadgets and gizmos, but you will also be supporting the efforts of our teen center! We have hosted businesses, classes, sports teams, birthday's, reunions, families, friends... really anyone who wants to work together to take on some challenging fun! Message or call us for more information about our escape rooms or with any questions that you might have. Stay Curious!!
Reviewed By reclamationr
The Escape rooms at That Place for Teens are a great way for families, friends and teams to hang out and have fun! We will visit as often as possible! Plus there are many other games and activities to enjoy!
2. Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
The Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village is the only archaeological site in South Dakota open to the public. It is a 1,000 year-old village located on the shores of lovely Lake Mitchell. Each summer students from the University of Exeter, England and Augustana University, Sioux Falls continue the excavation of the site. Tours are given every day during the summer months by knowledgeable guides. Plenty of activities for all ages. Visit the museum, the dig site (located in the Archeodome) and Shoppe Antiquary (a gift shop featuring Native American jewelry, pottery, art and more). Our biggest event of the year is Archeology Awareness Days, held on July 2nd and 3rd, 2016. Open Monday thru Saturday 8:00am - 7:00 pm beginning Memorial Day weekend; open Sundays 10:00am to 6:00pm. Open the rest of the year 9:00am - 6:00pm.
Reviewed By 462pamelak - Elk Grove, United States
We stumbled on this attraction purely by accident while visiting the corn palace. It’s so interesting to be able to see a real archeological dig and view exhibits that have been excavated from the site. It was far more interesting than the corn palace, lol. Definitely recommend if you’re in the area.
3. Dakota Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Dakota Discovery Museum tells the story of people who came to the northern Plains. We preserve that past and inform the present by uniquely combining art and artifact to tell the story of this region in a way that contributes to building the future of the people of the Dakotas.
4. Valtiroty Shiloh's Tabernacle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 247 reviews
Four parts project: 1. The Castle Gift Shop; 2. The Castle Play Gardens; 3. The Castle Bible Land Museum; 4. The Castle Memorial of Love. You will find here artifacts that are older from those at the Indian Village here in town by 2500 years, from around 3500 BC.
Reviewed By Rescueismydream
This was definitely an unexpected blessing. We are in Sioux Falls for 13 weeks and beginning to branch out and visit. We were headed to Corn Palace when I saw a sign for the walk thru Bible. This place was incredible and I could have spent hours just going through the the story line and Bible. The amount of work that has taken place as well as descriptions, you can't find anything like it. Not to mention the real artifacts that are above and beyond the displays. Water from the Dead Sea as well as sand, rocks from Judah, shells from the Mediterranean Sea, tons of things from the 12 Tribes and so much more. We spent so much time in the museum we didn't have much time to look around the gift shop as he already stayed an hour past closing for us! Definitely plan extra time as it's truly exciting and super kid friendly. There's a jungle play room just for the kids that I wish I could have played on myself! I absolutely enjoyed the conversation and enlightenment about the Bible. This is exactly what I've been looking for to help me with the struggles and questions I've had about the Bible. I'm extremely thankful and blessed. Who knew venturing from Lynchburg, VA to S.D. for a travel assignment would bring such blessings! Thank you Father, as I know it's not a coincidence! I'll be back soon!
5. Corn Palace
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2,274 reviews
This ornate auditorium has served as a meeting place and performing venue for more than 75 years.
Reviewed By katedana - Sacramento, United States
If you're traveling through South Dakota, don't miss this place. More than just a tourist attraction with indoor and outdoor murals made from cobs of corn, the Corn Palace boasts history, tradition, and big events for the surrounding areas. Watch the free, short video presentation provided every 20 minutes or so, and follow the guided tour of the murals. The gift shop is a great experience, with something corn-themed for just about anyone. Friendly staff and clean environment. Go and see it! It's "a-maiz-ing"
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