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City in South Dakota, United States
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Deadwood is a town in the Black Hills of South Dakota. It is rivaled only by Tombstone, Arizona as America's most storied town from the wild frontier days.
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Built by the Franklins, this Queen-Anne styled mansion is nearly perfectly preserved since being purchased by W.E. Adams. Tours are about half an hour.
Overlooking the town from a steep hill to the north, Mount Moriah offers remarkable views of the area and the entire town, as well as the graves of Wild Bill, Calamity Jane and a few lesser-known luminaries from the Old West. (Seth Bullock's grave lies on a hill above the rest, a quiet ten minute climb away.) It is a well-kept cemetery with a beautiful cover of trees. Mount Moriah can be reached on foot from the town, although it's a steep climb. Maps are available at the gate.
This museum has collected celebrity memorabilia including movie props, musical instruments, and a few cars.
Tatanka explores the history of the North American buffalo, which at one time had a population in excess of 30 million, but by the close of the 19th century the bison population was estimated at only 1,000.
The museum honors Deadwood's pioneers and the "Days of '76" rodeo and parade held in Deadwood since 1924.
Tour a historic brothel and learn about an industry that operated illegally, but fairly openly, in Deadwood from 1876 until they were all closed in a raid by federal agents in 1980. Rooms have period-appropriate furnishings. You must be at least 16 to enter.
Historic Bullock Hotel
Participate in this famous historic Ghost Tour hosted by costumed reenactors portraying Sheriff Seth Bullock or his wife, Martha.
9-hole course through the Black Hills National Forest with 10 acre practice area.
This gaming establishment sits right at the entrance of Deadwood. With 300 slot machines and four table games, this casino is the place to gamble. Friendly staff is on hand around the clock to assist you and even educate on new games that have come out. When you are finished with gaming you can grab a bite to eat at either the buffet or the First Gold Deli.
Tucked back in the trees, this in town resort/casino has an out of town feel. It's known for its hospitality, up to date gaming, and great food.
One of Deadwood's casinos, but this one is notable for being owned by Kevin Costner, whose film memorabilia line the walls.
The Silverado owns the Franklin Hotel, making it one of the largest full-service gaming establishments in Deadwood.
Named for the establishment where Wild Bill was murdered. It's one block south of the actual location. There are signs noting where Wild Bill was actually shot and where they captured the hook-nosed assassin Jack McCall.
formerly Hickok's Casino
This Casino is popular for its displays of authentic movie props, celebrity instruments and famous automobiles.
The Gold Dust is one of the larger establishments in Deadwood, Spanning 8 rooms over two properties. The Gold Dust also operates the Holiday Inn Express.
breakfast, lunch and dinner, cinnamon rolls, burgers, etc.
Creek-side resort, restaurant, casinos, and convention center, with plenty of parking
Deadwood's finest Italian Steakhouse specializing in handcrafted Mediterranean cuisine.
Open late. Outdoor Main Street dining. Sports bar and grill. Best burgers in town.
As seen on HBO, the History Channel Discovery Channel and Travel Channel- the world famous Oyster Bay Bar. Italian seafood restaurant and casino, not Featuring a Japanese Sushi Kiosk
Stay, play and dine at Deadwood's best! Live poker, blackjack and large variety of slot machines. Prime and Crab on Friday and Saturday nights.
Enjoy the 1/2 pound Angus Lizzie Burger at the diner with the eponymous name or Snitches or Ichiban Sushi Express.
Cadillac Jacks
Many delectable menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try a flyt of small plate creations.
Historic Bullock Hotel
Intimate fireside dining with steak, seafood, and pasta specials. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Deadwood Mountain Grand
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with creek side dining available.
Mineral Palace
Specializing in hand-cut Angus Steak. Full service lounge. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Lunch and dinner with steak and burgers etc on the menu.
The "best" breakfast and great lunches in Deadwood provided by Tami! Hamburgers, sandwiches, homemade soups and daily specials. Family and local favorite! Open daily from 7AM to 2PM.
Bodega often features crowd drawing activities such as karaoke.
The Saloon number ten features a 40-foot long Brunswick bar. The walls are adorned with historical artifacts and oddities, and there is always fresh sawdust on the floor.
bar with pizza.
Oggies was designed for service and fun. They offer competitve spirits with pool tables and darts. For the sports nuts they have 10 large high-definition flat screen televisions always tuned in for non stop sports.
This resort has two pools, three hot tubs, two exercise rooms, saunas, and a sports court for basketball tennis, and volleyball. This resort offers hotel rooms and condominiums. With timeshare options available. This resort is owned by RCI and a RCI memberships are available for added benefits.
All rooms include in-room coffee, microwaves, refrigerators, safes, HBO, and High Speed Wireless Internet access. Enjoy the indoor pool, hot tub, steam room, guest laundry, and free parking during your stay. Brown Rock Sports Cafe offers a breakfast buffet, lunch, and dinner daily.
Nessled in the pines beside Whitewood Creek, just one mile from Main Street. Deadwood Trolley service from our front door. Convention facilities available.
The Lodge at Deadwood is one of the newer hotel and casinos. It offers 270 different slot machines, 12 card tables on the main floor and the Rounders Poker Room. It is recommended casino participants take part in the Club 76 priority membership. Random drawings and rewards are only given to those who are using their rewards cards. They also offer a variety of packages throughout the year to those wanting more than just a hotel room.
Has a Hollywood theme.
Located right in the middle of Main Street, within easy walking distance of all the other locations on Main.
This sandstone giant was built in 1895. Legend has it the ghost of Deadwood's legendary sheriff haunts the hotel, possibly annoyed at the rooms of slot machines on the first floor.
Located in the Railroad district,it is one block from the center of downtown, but far enough away from the larger noisy casinos on mainstreet. Located next to the historic railroad station.
Many notable guests have stayed at the Franklin, from Babe Ruth to Theodore Roosevelt.
Beautiful historically renovated hotel decorated with period antiques and exquisite king beds. Very centrally located, an easy walk to everything in downtown Deadwood.
Sells clothing, jewelry, souvenirs and other goods made in South Dakota.
Handmade chocolates by Mary "Chip" Tautkus who has been inventing and making truffles for years.
A good selection of high quality tobacco products and a well stocked bar. The cigar humidor is the largest in South Dakota, with many hard to find cigars. They have live music most weekends and are the only bar in town without any gambling.
Deadwood lies 42 miles northwest of Rapid City on US Route 14A. If you're driving from Rapid City you'll need to follow I-90 to Sturgis and merge onto US Route 14A West and drive for 12 miles before arriving in Deadwood.
Read in the guideMost of the restaurants, hotels, shops and sights are located on Main Street, within easy reach of each other on foot (save for snowstorms).
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