Cosmos Mystery Area Admission

Recommended by 91% of travelers

Badge of Excellence

Rapid City, USA

40 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Buy your tickets in advance to the Cosmos Mystery Area to guarantee your admission, even on sold-out days. With tickets in hand, you can breeze by the ticket-purchase line and get started exploring right away. Embark on a 30-minute tour that showcases the family-friendly displays and activities focused on the intersection of science, mystery, and comedy.

Advance tickets to the Cosmos Mystery Area
Family-friendly attraction
Hands-on activities good for all ages
30-minute tour with a guide

What's Included

Local guide

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Departure Point

Cosmos Mystery Area, 24040 Cosmos Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702-7414

What To Expect

Cosmos Mystery Area

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate

Not wheelchair or stroller accessible
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 228 reviews

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Loved this.

LaChandra_B, Aug 2025

Be ready to experience nature's wonders. Kids and kids at heart will surely enjoy this attraction....

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thanks very much.

The mistery

Urania_L, Sep 2024

Kacey aka, Chuck, was great tour guide, very knowledgeable highly recommended... My wife and I had a great time.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thanks very much!

Fun

Maria_S, Jul 2024

The kids loved the experience. Hanging from the bar and hanging straight but not . Tour guide was great.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

TripAdvisor is our most expensive platform. Buy from our website directly or at the Cosmos for lower costs. Love your review.

Super super Fun!!!!

Roberta_P, Jun 2024

Amazing experience for all ages!!! Don’t miss out if your in this area you won’t be disappointed!!!!!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thanks for the great review!

An amazing experience

Barbara_D, Jun 2024

The effect on your equilibrium. The water demonstration of going uphill vs downhill. The pull of your body towards the strongest point in the cabin. The entire experience was amazing and awesome!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thanks for the great review!

This place is really worth checking out!

Donna_G, Sep 2023

Your definitely thrown for a loop when you enter the room. It’s amazing how things look level but your standing way off to keep your balance. It was truly an odd but very cool experience

Family Fun

Lona_H, Jul 2023

The whole family loved it! Excellent tour guide and gift shop. It's a must do in the Black Hills that the family won't forget!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thanks much!

Great time!

Danika_M, Jun 2023

Super fun activity to do during our road trip! Was not expecting it to be that trippy! Super awesome!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thanks Danika. We have been trippy since 1952. Come back again.

Great but need warnings

jessica_f, Oct 2022

It is a great experience but physically hard and it affects some with dizziness and gi upset. For us it did not go away until a couple hours in.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Sorry you had that experience

Fun experience

Marilyn_O, Aug 2022

Walking thru the buildings and seeing water and pool cue ball go uphill. Lily was a good guide. I don’t want to say more and if I have to I won’t write a review 😡

Response from Host, Aug 2022

We don’t understand your frustration. Did something go wrong?

Fun Force Fields!

Victoria_S, Jul 2022

This was a fun experience with gravitational levels. The pull and force fields was exciting. Make sure to wear tennis shoes for this fun eventful trip!

Response from Host, Aug 2022

Thanks very much!

All the laughter and smiles from my family

Julie_R, Jul 2020

Do I recommend this place? Yes, yes I do. Fun for adults and kids. I will be sending people to check this place out for sure. Great experience, thank you!