Stay Another Day in Sioux Falls, S.D.

Grab a hearty breakfast, walk among sculptures and take a cooking class while in the state's most populous city.

The 123-acre Falls Park in Sioux Falls, S.D.
The 123-acre Falls Park in Sioux Falls, S.D. Photo Credit: Cheryl/Adobe Stock

There's plenty to discover in South Dakota's largest city. Here's a few suggestions for when you have a little extra time to spend there.

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Photo Credit: Josiah's

Toast to the Morning

Start your day deliciously at the new breakfast spot, Josiah’s. You'll find it tough to choose from the full menu of artful egg dishes and more. Try the protein power bowl with blueberries, bananas, chia and flax seeds; the new steak bruschetta pizza (above); or the Cure: a croissant with maple brown-sugar butter, layered with ham, bacon, sausage, hash browns, an egg and cheeses. They’re open through lunch, too.

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The Arc of Dreams in Sioux Falls, S.D. Photo Credit: Experience Sioux Falls

Cultural Foot Tour

The break at the apex of the Arc of Dreams, above, represents the leap of faith visionaries must take to move their ideas forward. The artwork is the highlight of the city’s SculptureWalk, an exhibit of 65 outdoor pieces throughout downtown.

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Plums Cooking School in Sioux Falls, S.D.

Cooks in the Kitchen

Those looking to stretch their abilities in the culinary arts will find numerous classes available at Plum’s Cooking School. Arrange to join the hands-on instruction in such options as French-Vietnamese fare, the delights of Korean Cuisine, the World of Curry, a Journey Through Asia and more.

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Award Yourself

Head to Sanaa’s Gourmet Mediter­ranean to sample fare from a James Beard Foundation 2023 semifinalist for Best Chef Midwest. The menu crafted by Sanaa Abourezk features such options as vegetarian kibbeh, tabbouli salad, and a host of fetayers (a kind of calzone), including spicy eggplant.

 

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Photo Credit: Experience Sioux Falls

Ride out

Rent a bike at Spoke-N-Sport to head out on the 19-mile loop that runs along the Big Sioux River. Another 15 miles veer off into neighborhoods and wildlife areas.