Things to do & places to visit in Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Vermillion city in South Dakota, United States. Timezone: America/Chicago, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 8:44.

Top things to do (9)

Top places to visit (11 attractions)

5.0 National Music Museum (123 reviews)
- Parking tip for NMM
Speciality Museums

NOTE: The National Music Museum, Vermillion, South Dakota, is preparing for extensive architectural expansion and renovation and is now CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. Reopening is slated for 2021. Stay tuned! "One of the largest and most important collections of historic instruments in the world." -- New York Times See more..
5.0 Shrine to Music Museum (12 reviews)
- Shrine to Music Museum is now the National Music Museum
Speciality Museums

A must see for any visit to South Dakota and well worth the time. It is now called the National Music Museum. See more..
5.0 Carey's Bar (9 reviews)
- Leinenkugel Heaven!
Bars & Clubs

Established in 1954, Carey's has been my favorite social bar since 1989. It's classic decor (with a trophy elk headmount smoking a cigarette towering over the taproom), is quite visual, adding atmosphere to a friendly meeting place where laughter abounds, both inside and in the spacious outdoor area where local musicians play Friday evenings during warm weather. With over a dozen tap beers, there is a favorite for everyone. Bartender TJ makes a fine martini as well. As a University town bar, foodstuffs are snacks such as pickled eggs (which adds zest to shots of Jagermeister), or call for a delivery from R-Pizza (also a classic place). After Carey's, a dozen other watering-holes nearby await you. See more..
5.0 Prentis Plunge (3 reviews)
- Amazing summers.
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Sports Complexes
Every summer my sister and I look forward to going to the pool. Every day that we go it's like a new adventure everybody there is so nice and welcoming and if you forget something they don't nag you for it and they help you as much as I can and that's what we look forward to at a good pool a pool with positive people.We thank all of the life guards there, the best part is giving all the new life gaurds nicknames.They always seem astonished by what us teens use for their nicknames! See more..
5.0 Coyote Twin Theater (2 reviews)
- It is wonderful! But, then again, I'm biased
Saturday: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM Spent 2-3 hours Movie Theaters

The Coyote Twin is a non-profit community run cinema located in downtown Vermillion, SD. The theater has been a keystone of Vermillion life and culture for decades. In July 2015, a group of local citizens purchased the theater in order to prevent it from closing. Since the purchase, over $200,000 in donation have led to improvements in both theaters. They have been updated with digital projection, state of the art sound, new screens. rocker back chairs and new lighting. Come check out why the Coyote Twin is the best cinema experience in southeastern South Dakota. See more..
4.5 Spirit Mound (51 reviews)
- Great views of the surrounding area
Historic Sites

We had an easy walk along the 8/10 mile path (about 18 minutes each way), and welcomed the good signage and explanations of what we were seeing and the ties to Lewis and Clark. We ascended the hill at the end of August, almost exactly the same day they did. Before going up, there is a pit toilet in the parking lot. Signs warm you that there is no shade or water—wear a hot and carry a water bottle. See more..
4.5 Valiant Vineyards Winery & Distillery (8 reviews)
- Beautiful Location and Great service!
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

South Dakota's oldest winery. Stop in and one of our wine experts will guide you through an original South Dakota wine experience. Stay and enjoy a glass or bottle on our balcony overlooking the valley. Meander through our tasting room and Gift shop or book a room in Bed and Breakfast on site. See more..
4.5 W.H. Over Museum (4 reviews)
- a treasure for history museum buffs
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Science Museums • History Museums

I was surprised that this museum was not listed. It is a must see place when you are in the area. The museum was set up by W.H. Over, a self educated archeologist / scientist. It shows a large variety items collected by Dr. Over end 19th/early 20th century (including minerals, fossils, archaeological and biological items). It is a unique collection you will not find anywhere else. The displays are authentic. They invite you to view them in detail. The other exhibitions in the museum deal with a variety of subjects: e.g. native Americans in the area, Lewis & Clark (Spirit Mound), life in and development of this part of South Dakota. There was even a special exhibition showing the history of Kodak photography cameras. The staff was very friendly and available to answer any question I had. See more..
4.0 Bunyans (1 review)
- Good food, service, & prices .
Bars & Clubs
Low cost, good service. I ordered walleye and jalapeño corn poppers. I don’t eat much fried food but I really enjoyed both… and I was not famished! See more..
4.0 Main Street Pub (1 review)
- Pleasant and laid-back.
Bars & Clubs
This is a quieter place, a break from the rest of the frenetic Main Street bar scene. Friendly staff, and the food has always been good. See more..
The Bluff Golf Course (0 review)
Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
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