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title: "Weekend Trip: Sioux Falls"
date: 2022-05-25T13:59:01-05:00
author: Matt Barthel
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![Falls Park4](https://d3bs6yihjcg6lz.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Falls-Park4.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=550&h=241&q=98&f=webp&c=40644dbc&v=0b00b757a6ba8f0ee5ecc06e95a1b281e85882355471a62b6717db0332909c8c) #  Weekend Trip: Sioux Falls  

 

 

 

  

 

*This article has been modified from its* [*original version*](https://www.omahaplaces.com/post/weekend-trip-sioux-falls)*.*

Instagram blogger, [Omaha Places](https://www.instagram.com/omahaplaces/), visited Sioux Falls and documented her top things to do and see.

Just a three hour drive from Omaha, Sioux Falls, South Dakota makes the perfect weekend trip!

#### What I did

There are so many cute stores in the downtown area. For women's clothing, I checked out [MK Threads Boutique](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/mk-threads-boutique). For unique gifts and home goods, I loved [Zandbroz](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/zandbroz-variety) and [Mint & Basil](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/mint-basil).

 

 

  

 

 

Scenic [Falls Park](/falls-park), along the Big Sioux River, has many different areas to view the falls. Take a walk or bike ride along the [Big Sioux River Recreational Trail and Greenway](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/the-big-sioux-river-recreation-trail-and-greenway). Don't miss the history of the area! The original Queen Bee Mill is still on site, and the original Light and Power Company building is now home to the [Falls Overlook Cafe](/listing/falls-overlook-cafe).

 

 

  

 

 

On the second day I drove out to [Palisades State Park](/listing/palisades-state-park), just 30 minutes outside of the city. This unique South Dakota destination has quartzite formations along the Split Rock Creek. This is a great spot to hike, bird watch, rock climb, and fish.

 

 

  

 

 

#### Where I ate

I enjoyed lunch at [JL Beers](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/jl-beers) for burgers and beer, pastries from the famous [CH Patisserie](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/ch-patisserie), and dinner at [The Hello Hi](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/the-hello-hi). The tropical-themed Hello Hi bar serves up drinks that will have you dreaming of the beach.

 

 

  

 

 

On my second day I had breakfast at the hotel restaurant before going to the Palisades. I was ready for lunch after my hike, so I stopped at [Josiah's Cafe](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/josiahs-coffeehouse-cafe-bakery) for some local coffee and brunch before hitting the road back to Omaha!

 

 

  

 

 

#### Where I stayed

I stayed at the [Hilton Garden Inn Downtown](https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/listing/hilton-garden-inn-downtown) known for its views of the river and easy trail access. I had a suite room with a balcony overlooking the river.

 

 

  

 

 

 

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