EXPLORE YANKTON’S HISTORIC & CHARMING MERIDIAN DISTRICT Unique shopping STROLL THROUGH DOWNTOWN VERMILLION FOR ONE-OF-A-KIND EATERIES, BARS & SHOPS Scan Here to Discover More downtown districts Who doesn’t love strolling around an adorable downtown filled with unique shops, delicious cafes, and the sounds of live music rolling out of bustling pubs and breweries? From our largest city down to our small rural towns, there are many things our communities have in common, one of them is having a great downtown! Looking for the ultimate shopping experience, from large box stores to locally owned boutiques? Head to Sioux Falls , our state’s largest city. The variety found here offers numerous stops in one trip. Some of the best treasures can be found where you least expect it. Read on for hidden gems off of the beaten path. Yes, Rita and Mandi’s Home Decor has fantastic decor. They also have so much more! Adorable kid’s clothes, gifts and accessories, jewelry, purses, and even a fantastic cowhide rug collection can be found at their location in Yankton’s Meridian District . While you’re there, head on over to The Boxcar Sweet Stop for modern and retro toys, games, and candy for kids of all ages. Make sure to try their locally-made hard ice cream! If you find yourself in Yankton on a Saturday morning between May and October, you MUST explore their weekly farmer’s market! Market at the Meridian has a great variety of vendors offering locally grown/made foods and goods. Some of our favorite gems are found in the gift shops of our attractions. The Corn Palace’s humor keeps us coming back for more. The National Music Museum offers gifts for music lovers, and the Great Plains Zoo has a great selection for animal lovers! Love the outdoors? Be sure to explore Dakota Archery & Outdoor Sports and ACE Bike & Fitness ! SoutheastSouthDakota.com // downtown sioux falls Downtown Sioux Falls has it ALL! Historical architecture, public art, unforgettable events, shopping, dining, breweries, parks, a public trolley, and more collide to make this downtown destination popular. If you’re around on the first Friday evening of the month, be sure to stroll around to the businesses that stay open late. You’ll find everything from art receptions, live music, retail deals, food & drink specials, and more! towns with great downtowns Many of our communities have less than 15,000 people, but that doesn’t stop them from having downtowns we can’t get enough of. Cities like Mitchell , Madison , and Vermillion (a few of our university towns) have some of the best shopping and dining options around. Dell Rapids boasts a beautiful historic movie theatre that’s still in operation today. Garretson’s Main Street is lined with unique buildings made from the Sioux Quartzite (see page 220) we love so much. These buildings are home to adorable shops and eateries. Stop back frequently to see the latest art added to their growing Art Trail! Head south to explore Yankton’s Meridian District, a thriving downtown with a stunning two-story Meridian Pedestrian Bridge spanning the Missouri River. You absolutely must walk or bike this renovated bridge for amazing views of Yankton and the river! 213 SOUTHEAST REGION
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