Salt lake city to moab drive

Wanderlog staff
Updated • updatedJul 14, 2022

How long is the drive from Moab to Salt Lake City?

The direct drive from Moab to Salt Lake City is 234 mi (376 km), and should have a drive time of 4 hrs 17 mins in normal traffic.

If you’re going on a road trip from Moab to Salt Lake City, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Park City and $Provo and top places to visit like Mesa Arch and Shafer Trail Viewpoint, or the ever-popular Canyonlands National Park.

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Top cities between Moab and Salt Lake City

The top cities between Moab and Salt Lake City are Park City and Provo. Park City is the most popular city on the route — it's 5 hours from Moab and less than an hour from Salt Lake City.

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Provo

Provo is a city in Utah. It's home to Brigham Young University and its museums, including the Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum. The BYU Museum of Paleontology houses a collection of dinosaur fossils. The BYU Museum of Art is a modern venue with a large permanent collection of paintings. The Crandall Historical Printing Museum has a working Gutenberg Press replica. Trails lead up Y Mountain for panoramic city views.

18% as popular as Park City

2 minutes off the main route, 84% of way to Salt Lake City

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Park City

Park City lies east of Salt Lake City in the western state of Utah. Framed by the craggy Wasatch Range, it’s bordered by the Deer Valley Resort and the huge Park City Mountain Resort, both known for their ski slopes. Utah Olympic Park, to the north, hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics and is now predominantly a training facility. In town, Main Street is lined with buildings built during a 19th-century silver mining boom.

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If you get to SLC and have a few hours to burn I highly recommend you check out Park City (famous for incredible winter skiing and hosting the Sundance Film Festival) or if you really want to indulge (won’t lie, we did) then check out the Kura Door Spa…their prices are reasonable and all services include access to relaxation rooms, sauna, steam room and yummy treats & tea. For food and drinks near downtown, check out Whiskey Street (21+), Red Iguana (killer classic margs and amazing mole), or Spitz (delicious donor kabobs).

Go to Park City. Walk along Main Street. Get a burger and a craft beer at the Wasatch Brewery. Check out a real Banksy.

Most popular city on this route

26 minutes off the main route, 88% of way to Salt Lake City

The top stops along the way from Moab to Salt Lake City (with short detours) are Temple Square, Canyonlands National Park, and Deer Valley Resort. Other popular stops include Utah Olympic Park, Salt Lake Utah Temple, and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium.

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Canyonlands National Park

National park

Nature & Parks

Split by 2 rivers, this majestic park in 4 zones features sandstone spires & Island in the Sky mesa.

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From SLC, you’re about 4 hours from Moab, which gives you easy access to both Arches and Canyonlands National Park. Hop on Interstate 15 and head south. Leaving early in the morning will allow plenty of time to travel and still explore the park. If you’re not in a hurry, however, you might take the (even more) scenic drive over the mountains from Thanksgiving Point, following route 92 down through Sundance, where you pick up 189 and then rejoin I-15 for a stretch before heading east.

I wrote an entire guide to Moab if you want a an extensive look into the area, but the main things that you need to know are: Arches National Park and Canyonlands. Wake up early at Monument Valley to drive up to Moab so you can do a tour through Arches the same day. There are tons of formations to see that are easily self-drivable. Skip any strenuous hikes you want to do and save them for the following morning at dawn when the temperature will be cooler.

It’s one of my favourite places – not because the town is anything special; rather, it’s centrally located in an area of extreme beauty and within a short distance of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. I think spring or fall are the best times to visit. Our first visit was in August – for a canoeing trip on the Green River. It was a big mistake with temperatures soaring to 100°F by 11 AM.

Half Day Tour of Canyonlands from Moab: Leave the driving (and navigating) to someone else and explore the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park on a half-day 4-wheel drive (4WD) tour!. See sites with remnants of ancient Pueblo civilizations, canyons that drop 1,000 feet (300 meters) straight down, and parts of the Colorado River.

Day 4: Canyonlands National Park Canyonlands is the much less visited sister national park of Arches. There are actually three separate sections of the park — the Island in the sky, the Needles, and the Maze. They are all separated from one another by the Colorado and Green rivers — you can’t drive inside the park from one district to the other.

Canyonlands National Park is divided into 4 districts. The Island in the Sky section of the park is by far the most visited area. After checking out of your hotel this morning, make the 20-minute ride from Moab. Again, remember to have the food and water you need for the day before leaving Moab.

If hopping on the water doesn’t sound exciting, and you’ve seen all of Arches you’d like to experience, then head for Dead Horse State Park, it is on the way to Canyonlands National Park. Dead Hose State Park even has yurts if you are looking to skip tent set-up for the evening.

You can easily spend the whole day in this section of Canyonlands National Park as well. At the Island in the Sky Visitor Centre you can find all the information about best hikes to do in this area.

There are plenty of other attractions in the area that we couldn’t squeeze in this time but definitely want to see one day, including Canyonlands National Park, Monument Valley, and Havasu Falls.

Astonishing and eye-pleasing, most importantly a really underrated National Park in the Southeast of Utah. The landscape of this park along with its majestic beauty will amaze anybody. By far Canyonlands is one of the best National Park in United states, travelers can have Grand Canyon, Zion and Arches National parks kind of artistry at the same time in here. A must go National park for hiking and recreation.

Absolutely stunning piece of planet earth. Unlike many National parks that tend to be overcrowded, this park is massive and people are dispersed so you don’t really see anyone else. We drove White Rim Road during Thanksgiving (spent two nights on the trail) and thoroughly enjoyed everything about the trip. I highly recommend White Rim Road in Canyonlands National Park and can’t wait to do it again.

Underrated national park. The north and the south sides are not connected. Camp facilities are good. This park has less visitors, so you can enjoy the quietness in most of the points. Some points do require some serious hiking. My favorite point is the Upheaval dome.

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Mesa Arch

Nature & Parks

Hiking area

Geologic Formations

Cliff's-edge sandstone arch framing an iconic sunrise view of the red rock canyon landscape below.

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Make sure to plan accordingly because you do not want to miss Mesa Arch. Stop at the Visitor Center on your way in to pick up a map if you weren’t given one upon entry. Canyonlands has three distinct areas that you cannot access all at once because of the canyons (duh, right?). If you’re only in the area for a couple days, I suggest sticking to the Island in the Sky area to hit all of the main attractions.

Stopped at a bunch of the viewpoints, hiked to Mesa Arch, and ate a super yummy strawberry salad in the car while we waited out a snowstorm (I’m telling ya – the weather is weird, here!). Once the weather cleared up we ventured out to a few more viewpoints, and then hiked back to Mesa Arch in the clear blue-sky weather.

Get up super early, and make an early morning sunrise jaunt out to Mesa Arch. From Canyonlands it is 4 hours (245 miles) to the Salt Lake City Airport (SLC). Further away, the Las Vegas airport is roughly 7 hours (472 miles).

Be inspired by the vast panorama of the canyon stretching outwards from Mesa Arch. Walk the easy hike along the ridge at the Grand View Point Overlook.

Mesa Arch is a beautiful formation in Canyonlands National Park. It's an easy hike from the turnout, with a breathtaking view of the canyons below. It wasn't very busy when we went there, so there were plenty of good spots for both landscape photos and taking pictures with friends and family. Just be sure that you have a ample amount of gas in your vehicle and lots of water in your bottle and you'll have a good time. Kids also tend to get caught up in playing with the sand on the way to the arch because of the nature of the trail, so give yourself time to get there.

Go to the left at the fork! It's less busy and beautiful. Cute little loop to get to a beautiful small archive beware of the MAJOR drop offs near the arch and keep your kiddos close! ***If you liked my review or found it to be helpful give it a thumbs up. 👍 thanks!

A really simple loop with an awesome viewpoint being the main attraction (obviously). Didn't get to go for the sunrise, nor the snowfall that began not too long after we left, but I'm sure both are amazing.

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Shafer Trail Viewpoint

Nature & Parks

Hiking Trails

Viewing area on an unpaved track, with panoramas across a red-rock canyon to distant mountains.

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Must take the trip down! Amazing views, scary and breathtaking at the same time. Ride of your life, for sure. Bring your life, bring your kids, take your time, and enjoy the scenery like no other. Seriously must take the ride down.

We didn't have time to do the whole hike so we just checked it out for next time. At first it doesn't really look like you can get to the bottom. The trail head was easy to find and will do the hike next time we visit.

Driving along the shafer trail was a lot of fun and the view along the road was stunning! I absolutely enjoyed it!

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Moab Giants

Dinosaur park with a desert trail dotted with life-size models of T. rex & other prehistoric beasts.

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We spend part of the day at Moab Giants, this kitchy dinosaurs theme park a little north of Moab. It was actually much more fun that I thought it would be. We walked around all the life size dinosaur statues posing for pictures. There this really awesome sandbox in the back where you can use tools to “dig” for dinosaur fossils in the sandbox.

We stopped here on our way back from Vegas to stretch our legs and had so much fun! Plenty for kids around 12 and younger to do, the 4D Aquarium was fun and unique. We also at at the cafe and it was delicious. Our trip was in March around Spring Break time but it wasn't very crowded around lunch time. We would visit again!

This is a fun museum to take young children, with some good informative aspects for adults also. The outdoor park is great, but bring sunscreen, glasses, and a hat to tour comfortably in the heat. The indoor 3D movie and aquarium experiences are also enjoyable and exciting for kids. Going to this museum and then buying some melons in Green River was a nice quick day trip for us.

My son loves this place so much! The weather was good (just kinda cloudy) when we went there. Consider the weather before you go there because you (and your kids) need to walk around to see all the dinos. The 3D theater and aquarium experience were pretty nice but the theater was not about dinos specifically but more about the history of the earth (? not sure how to describe it😂)

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112 UT-313, Moab, UT 84532, USA

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Devil's Garden Trailhead

Hiking area

Nature & Parks

Hiking Trails

Starting point for a well-used, partly strenuous loop trail to several prominent sandstone features.

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If temperatures aren’t too hot and you have a full day, the hike to Landscape Arch & Devils Garden (7.8-mile loop) is a must. If you arrive in the late afternoon head straight to Delicate Arch (3 miles roundtrip) for a sunset hike you’ll never forget. Or if this is your second visit to Arches or you’re looking for something off the beaten path, try to grab a permit to explore the Fiery Furnace. For more information on hiking in Arches National Park check out our Arches Hiking Guide.

After Private Arch, the trail gets more rugged and harder to follow, although with the steady flow of traffic and the AllTrails map, we pretty much always knew where to go. While most of the previous parts of the trail were considered primitive, this is when things start to get slightly more difficult. A couple of the major obstacles are walking across a sandstone wall, which doesn’t have a ton of space for your feet.

Landscape Arch is the star of the show along Devil’s Garden and is the easiest Arch to reach on this trail. Even if you only hike to Landscape Arch before returning, it is worth it to see the longest free standing arch in the United States. There are warning signs about primitive hiking on this trail but it in truth – the hike is not difficult as long as you don’t mind a bit of scrambling on uneven rocks.

Park at the end of the road at the Devils Garden Trailhead. You’ll first see Landscape Arch about a mile in. You can either return back or keep going to the Double O Arch (about another 1.5 miles) over slippery rocks and narrow passages. If you don’t like heights, this hike is not for you.

The Devils Garden Trailhead is probably the most popular hiking trail on this list. This trail is 2.2 miles long and it directs to Double O arch. You will definitely take pleasure from the views of this unbelievable scenery.

Loved this hike! One of the longer, "harder" hikes in arches, but was very, very doable. Beautiful scenery throughout the entire hike with lots of arches and beautiful rock. It IS harder, in that there are times you really need to climb the rock or hop to get one place. But if you're remotely fit, you'll be fine.

Don't let the name fool you, you'll find mostly heavenly views in this spot. A relatively easy hike that skips the more difficult primitive trail will take you past three named arches if take enough time for the side trails. At the end you'll see Landscape Arch, a massive span of stone that seems so delicate that it could fall at any moment, and since part of it did in the nineties we don't know how much longer this marvel will last. There are plenty of views from the trail and bare rock, and we found the afternoon sun gave us great backlighting for Landscape Arch and front light for Pine Arch. Definitely a hike I look forward to doing again!

Best collection of arches to discover via a single loop trail. The trail is divided in 3 sections (enhanced / maintained, difficult, and primitive), and depending on the weather conditions you might want to select which parts you are ready to discover. The trail is less easy to follow after Landscape Arche, the limit of the maintained trail. Be careful not to get lost, get some water and take your time.

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Arches National Park, Devils Garden Rd, Moab, UT 84532, USA

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Landscape Arch

Scenic spot

Nature & Parks

Arches' longest sandstone span, measuring 290 ft. across, accessible via the Devils Garden trail.

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Start your morning with a hike to the Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, then visit any remaining areas of intrigue (Landscape Arch, Double Arch and Corona Arch are well worth seeing) in the park before making your way to Canyonlands. My favorite viewpoints in Canyonlands are at the Mesa Arch and Grand View Point Overlook.

We started off the day with a full breakfast at House of Pancakes (bad idea – I was too full to hike!), then explored many of the viewpoints/short hikes to Sand Dune Arch, Landscape Arch, and Balanced Rock. We saved the hike to Delicate Arch for the next morning because I could not bear to see it up close on a cloudy day.

You’ll first see Landscape Arch about a mile in. You can either return back or keep going to the Double O Arch (about another 1.5 miles) over slippery rocks and narrow passages. If you don’t like heights, this hike is not for you. Make sure to leave plenty of time to get back if you’re not comfortable hiking in the dark.

Landscape Arch is the longest natural arch anywhere in the world outside of 4 longer arches all found in China. It is a staggering 93 meters long and as little as 1.8 meters in diameter, which makes it worthy of a fragile sticker!. The Landscape Arch observation area is way below and slightly to its right.

One of the most visually impressive of the arches on this trail, Landscape Arch is a soaring, slender arch hanging over a sloped hill of pines and scraggly bushes. In geological terms, it’s probably not long for this world, one rock-fall away from the slender ribbon crumbling entirely into the brush below.

You might want to visit this one as soon as possible this winter: It could crumble at any moment. Bridging 290 feet, and only 6 feet at its narrowest point, Landscape Arch is an absolutely ridiculous natural structure. Twice in the last decade, the formation has shed school-bus-sized chunks of rock.

It is also the longest arch in the world, and it appears to defy gravity. When I was a kid, you could walk right up under Landscape Arch, but in 1991 a huge section fell, and now you view it from a distance. There are 2 other arches near here, and short steep trails take you right up to them.

Landscape Arch is probably the most famous arch in the park, after Delicate Arch. In fact, it is one of the longest arches in North America, with a light opening of 306 feet and is only 6 feet in diameter at its narrowest. It not only looks so thin and fragile, but it actually is!

After Landscape Arch the real fun begins. You have to scramble upon the slickrock deep into the crazy rock formations of the Devil’s Garden. I loved this part — as did my 4 year old. She actually hiked all the way in — up rock fins, down boulders, running much of the way.

Take a day hike to see several of the Arches that most appeal to you–our favorites were Pine Tree Arch, Landscape Arch, and, of course, the famous Delicate Arch. Is this outdoor travel itinerary rushed?

This is also one of those things in Arches National Park that you shouldn’t miss out. This is an arch formation that has a bridge like structure. Landscape Arch hovers high above this beautiful park.

Excellent hike! Such great views during the whole thing. The Arch is even more impressive in person. While we were there the ice on the trails was manageable without traction devices but I would recommend having them at least.

This is a great trail to take the family on. It would seem to be wheelchair accessible as most of the trail has been paved. I remember when the trail used to go up closer to Landscape Arch, but I can definitely understand why they have pushed the trail further back and fenced it off. Nobody seems to listen to the whole "stay on the trail" markers. Very frustrating. But overall this is a great and easy trail for anyone. Very picturesque. You can continue on the trail and see more arches from there if you'd like. There's not a lot of elevation difference so the trail stays relatively flat the whole time and makes it a good trail for kids. There is also a restroom at the trailhead.

Plan to visit the Pine Tree Arch, Tunnel Arch and the Landscape Arch. It's worth the hike and you will be amazed. The rock formation is mind blowing. It got extremely windy and we couldn't walk for like 10mins due to dust storm. Secure your hats!!

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U.S. 191, Moab, UT 84532, USA

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Sego Canyon Rock Art

Historical landmark

Sights & Landmarks

Ancient Ruins

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Wear sturdy shoes and bring water if you want to hike some of it. The rock art is viewable from the road and with some short trails. Warning to avoid travel here if the weather is bad or if the road is muddy unless you have a good off-road capable vehicle. Hot dry conditions are best if you have a car. The rock art is easy to spot take your time and look around. But warning that there is some vandalism as well. There are some interesting points along the way including a narrow passage just wide enough to drive through.

Nice pictographs rock art. Small parking area, vault toilet and a picnic table. Info signs seem to have been removed...all blank

Sego Canyon is a really special place. Not only is it free, but it’s a walk through history right off the road. The rock art is gorgeous (even with current graffiti). If you continue up the road past the art and make the right going up the hill you come to an old cemetery and the ghost town of Sego. If you keep driving on this road you will eventually reach the top. It’s an amazing drive. 4wd/AWD required if you continue past the ghost town.

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21 Sego Cyn Rd #104, Thompson Springs, UT 84540, USA

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Crystal Geyser

Spring

Nature & Parks

Hot Springs & Geysers

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The orange travertine (mineral deposits) built up between the geyser and the river are beautiful and fun to walk around. It looks somewhat like the inside of a cave only it's outside. We were there between 1:30-2:30 pm and the geyser was bubbling the whole time. No big eruptions though. The rock formations behind the geyser are pretty and were also fun to climb on. There was a big group with at least 14 ATVs when we got there which was also fun to see.

Real interesting place. It's not far off the road and the drive is pretty easy. If you have the time stop by.

This is an excellent excursion not too terribly far off the main highway if heading to the ever popular Arches and/or Canyonlands National Parks from the north. Of the three times I've visited, I was lucky enough to be there when water was flowing two of those times. I confess, it's far less interesting when dry, but if you can figure out when it will be spewing water, a pretty cool place to see. The mineral deposits left by the flowing water are fascinating even when dry, but much more compelling when the water flows. Expect people camping in the area, sometimes set up pretty close to the feature. Would be nice if there was a buffer preventing people to set up camp so close, but I've been there when there were no people camping also.

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Holiday River Expeditions

Raft trip outfitter

Tours

Tour agency

River Rafting & Tubing

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5-day Cataract Canyon trip was one of the best trips I've ever taken. Magnificent scenery; calm times on the water mixed with fun rapids; excellent fresh food; scenic campsites and hikes; totally chill guides with excellent knowledge and skill who did their utmost to make it enjoyable; accommodating office staff. I'm eager to go again.

Our trip through Cataract Canyon was an adventure.  As a first time whitewater traveler, the experience provided exposure to land and waterways which few have traversed.  It was an exceptional time. The trip emanated with a meeting to provide direction and guidance. The guides Rocky and Julius were informative and helpful. Throughout the trip the guides demonstrated leadership, experience, compassion, adaptability and expressed their individual passion for their chosen profession. Traveling with my father and being allowed to assist with the vessels was an added blessing.  Recommending this adventure is easy being a challenge as this is rewarding with accomplishment. Thank you for the experience...

This is the BEST river rafting company. The guides are organized, very skilled, safe, fun and kind. The food is out of this world!!! If you are thinking to get on the river, this company is to go with!!!

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2075 E Main St, Green River, UT 84525, USA

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John Wesley Powell River History Museum

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More impressed than I expected to be. I learned a lot about the river running experience from Powell through today. We spent 2 hours. They have a well done movie that runs every 30 minutes. Watch it first then visit exhibits. We also enjoyed the displays on the outside deck while we waited for them to open. My favorite thing were the hall of fame stories, very interesting. Dinosaurs in the lower level will appeal to kids.

This museum is a must see when visiting Green River! A well organized display of Powell's exploration of the Green and Colorado Rivers, vivid descriptions of the local and regional human history of the area, depictions of the area's geology, and a great gift shop! So plan ahead and come and spend some time learning about the man, the rivers, and the old west!

Great stop along our drive. This museum is a full account of JW Powell's contributions to surveying the Colorado River basin. He had an extensive body of work for America to the point he even had commemorative coins in his honor. If you're looking for a stop to stretch your legs and learn a little something I would recommend this detour. There are also some dinosaur and Native American facts as well. Overall great little pit stop.

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1765 Main St, Green River, UT 84525, USA

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Colorado River & Trail Expeditions

Raft trip outfitter

Tours

Canoe & kayak tour agency

Tour operator

River Rafting & Tubing

Day Trips

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I can't correctly describe our experience with CRATE. We just got off a 4day row /ranch trip with Sebrina as head of crew and KC or Cassie as our row guide. I came to row so I chose to row as much as possible. IT WAS FANTASTIC! IT WAS AMAZING! It was something I will never forget and something I intend to do every year until my bones push up daisies! The best rafting trip and crew I have ever been on... Thank you!

Did 6 day women's solstice raft on green river. Great experience. Ģuides were superb - accomplished boatmen as well as great cooks, fun to be with. Good hikes with local interpretation. Very accommodating for All fitness levels. I recommend this company highly. They couldn't be nicer or more sincere. The scenery is spectacular and there are good wildlife watching opportunities.

Wow, I cannot say ENOUGH how amazing CRATE was for my August 2018 trip. I've always wanted to raft the Grand Canyon and I couldn't imagine doing it without this family-owned company. From the amazing pre-trip orientation with Bonnie at our hotel in Vegas, the comfortable bus ride out to Fredonia and of course our ABSOLUTELY AMAZING Boat Captains, Walker, and Johnny Ringo, but our Swampers were out of this world too, Yendor, Nayr and Robbie. These folks made our trip truly life-changing, interesting, and fun from the minute we met them at the warehouse. Not ONLY were they completely patient with those on our trip who weren't used to rafting, but they answered every stupid question un-related to rafting that we had-about the animals, their personal lives, stars, planets, their best stories, nothing was off limits with them. Walker's knowledge and obvious passion for the river and his stewardship of the Colorado and the Canyon are apparent in every conversation and action. His ability to make you feel completely comfortable with him from the first minute you meet him, and to make the canyon feel as much like home to us as it is to him, is one that not many have. Johnny Ringo, well, if you've met the man then no explanation needed :D A great personality and hilarious, sometimes subtle, sense of humor and his obvious geology nerdery made his boat fun for all. The fact that he too embraces a costume at camp made us kindred spirits. Yendor, Nayr, and Robbie-the best swampers we could have asked for! Always willing to help, always willing to laugh and so helpful with all the things. The side trips, the waterfalls, the hikes, the out-of-this-world-couldn't-possibly-be-real views, the histories, the connection to place...all happened because of the care that CRATE puts into and behind their business. You know that it is a passion for them first and a business endeavor second. EVERY thought was taken care of: comfortable cots with sleeping pads/bags, ground cover, chairs with backs and MY GOD THE FOOD! I don't eat that well when I'm at home, never would have expected I would eat better/more while on a secluded river trip. There's not enough that I could say about this company, they are amazing in every sense of the word and I cannot wait to get back on to the river with them! And awaaaaaaaaay we go!

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255 1000 N, Green River, UT 84525, USA

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Black Dragon Canyon View Point

Scenic spot

Nature & Parks

Hiking Trails

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This is a nice place to stretch your legs. Hold your nose as you walk up to the bathrooms because it does stink. :-) I didn't see any running water, just a place to do your business. The views are great and the signs that explain history are interesting.

Limited parking, especially for big trucks. Was glad there was a washroom here. Found it next to impossible to get data at this location in order to shoot a Facebook Live video 📹.

Absolutely amazing view point. This is one of the reason why I love this route. Keep this area clean.

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Green River, UT 84525, USA

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Prehistoric Museum, Utah State University Eastern

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Awesome place, two museums in one place. Hall of Dinosaurs and Hall of Archeology You need lots of time to explore everything on both sides. Great for kids and adults. Wonderful exhibits, lots of information. We will return to explore and learn more.

This is not the most impressive museum in the world. But it really is pretty darn good for a museum with a $6 adult ticket that you reasonably cover in an hour or less. We came while charging our car at the free DC fast charger in the parking lot. My kids absolutely ate it up. Most kids will probably have more fun with the dinosaurs on the paleontology side. I did, too, to be quite honest. There are some good artifacts on display, but the anthropology wing of museum is quite a bit less cohesive in the story it wants to tell. If you’re in Price, I’m sure you already know about the place. If you’re driving through, this is a great place for a fun break.

This was a great little museum in the heart of prehistoric Utah. The museum had 3 main sections: geology/Dinosaurs, art gallery, and Archeology. Not only were the exhibits interesting, but the kids play area was a hit with my little one. She played there for over an hour! Admission was $6 for an adult. Kids 2 & under are free.

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155 E Main St, Price, UT 84501, USA

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Springville Museum of Art

Art museum

Museums

Art gallery

Revamped 1930s Spanish colonial with 9 galleries that showcase historic & contemporary Utah art.

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I didn’t even know this place existed. What a beautiful museum. My daughter had an assignment for school to go to a museum with sculptures. This was the closest museum. It’s a beautiful museum with beautiful paintings, sculptures and a cute sculpture garden. I would never have known about this place If her teacher never suggested it. The building was in a great location however Google takes you to the side of the building where there’s no parking and hard to find the door. So drive past the building to the next turn on the east side and you’ll see the huge parking lot. I loved the local art and the way the rooms were designed. My favorite part was definitely the sculpture garden. It had beautiful sculptures and a beautiful garden for pictures. I will definitely return again.

Such beautiful, breathtaking works of art in here. I'm glad there's no entry charges, it was so calm. Would be nice to see more pieces inspired by other religions and cultures, there was a good amount of diverse but a loooot of Christian pieces. Still they were all very gorgeous. Glad I stopped by :)

This is the best art museum in Utah. It has a nice mix of local art and art masters. The Soviet art is truly unique. And believe it or not, it's free!! Never busy.

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126 E 400 S, Springville, UT 84663, USA

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Brigham Young University

University

Sights & Landmarks

Educational sites

Dating to 1875, this private Mormon school is known for its picturesque campus & athletics programs.

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This is one of the best Universities in the entire country! Not only do they teach great academics, but is one of the few that hasn't gone completely rediculous woke! The Wasatch mountains just behind it are some of the most beautiful as well. Football games in this stadium are so fun and the backdrop is breathtaking!

The was the Brigham Young University Commencement service, it was amazing! 6871 college graduated today!! My youngest son graduated today too at the Marriott Center!

Walking this campus will always spark great memories from the past, and make new ones. Our family loves visiting whenever we can. I hope the school and campus continue to be an inspiration to its students and alumni.

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Bridal Veil Falls

River canyon waterfall close to the highway with a paved trail & picnic area with tables.

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Beautiful falls along U.S. route 189. Passed through at the beginning of February here while on a trip to see the Ice Castles in Midway and this was a very nice side stop during the trip. The snow and frozen sections of some of the falls made it even more breath taking! Well worth the stop!!

This a beautiful place. Nice hike along the River and has a several water falls. This is a nice ares to come with you hall family. It has picnic ares. Just a beautiful place to spend the day.

Anyone can do it. It’s a short walk, about .5 miles on a paved path from the parking lot. However, we tried climbing up to the falls and it was pretty sketchy, so be careful.

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Sundance

Outdoor Activities

Hiking Trails

4.5(202)

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Deer Valley Resort

Ski resort

Outdoor Activities

Ski resort featuring houses, condos & hotel rooms along with restaurants, shops & many activities.

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Hop on the free city-wide transit bus from the Old Town Transit Center on Swede Alley (parallel to Main Street) and head to Park City Mountain or Deer Valley Resort for a scenic chairlift ride. The resorts burst with beautiful autumn colors this time of year. Enjoy the crisp air as you hike back down to one of the resort centers. Stay at one of the resort centers for lunch, or catch the free bus back to Historic Main Street to enjoy an al fresco meal with a gorgeous view.

There are many beautiful lakes around Park City, but many people don’t know that there is actually a small series of ponds that are incredible for stand-up paddle boarding. Also known as Pebble Beach at Deer Valley- it is the such a great place for SUP because there are no speed boat wakes to mess up your perfect form. You’ll be surrounded by gorgeous views of mountains and can seriously spend so much time here.

This beautiful tree lined 18 hole public golf course is a real gem with 8 driving range stations, plus practice & putting greens. Built in 1963 with only 9 holes, this Park City golf course was originally designed by William Neff and then later expanded in 1976 to 18 holes. Today the course is municipally owned to help keep fees down and ensure access for everyone.

The slopes at this iconic resort are just as epic in the summer as they are in winter—and just as steep. Ski a black diamond in December, then hike it, bike it or horseback ride it in August. Take a dip in the pool or try to stay dry on a paddleboard, then towel off, grab a picnic basket, and watch one of Deer Valley’s summer concerts as the sun smolders low.

Renowned for its upscale amenities and ambience, the delightful Deer Valley is regularly ranked among the best ski resorts in the States. Besides boasting a staggering number of ski slopes, it also has luxurious lodges, restaurants and boutiques to enjoy. Spread across six mountains are over 100 runs which cater to beginners, intermediates and experts alike.

With hot chocolate and cookies available on winter afternoons, you’ll feel at home on this family-friendly hotel property. They have children’s activities, and single room to three-bedroom condos available, too. It’s an inviting place to spend a weekend where you’re close to the ski runs and have everything you need at your fingertips.

Deer Valley is a ski only resort offering 2,000 acres of both summer and winter fun. At scenic Deer Valley Resort, embark on a host of uncommon experiences. Traverse miles of ski and snowboard runs across six mountains; even challenge yourself to some of the same runs Olympians competed on during the 2002 Winter Games.

Get your group on the city bus early to Deer Valley’s Snow Park Restaurant (2250 Deer Valley Dr S, 435.645.6520), where the breakfast options range from oatmeal and made-to-order eggs to the must-have cinnamon challah French toast served with banana butter and Vermont maple syrup. Kids lessons or all together, now

Among the most popular ski resorts in the Park City area, Deer Valley is located 36 miles from Salt Lake City. It was the site of several events in the 2002 Winter Olympics, including freestyle moguls, aerial, snowboarding, and alpine slalom. Opened in 1981, it is renowned for its luxurious amenities.

Offering events all year round Deer Valley Resort hosts concerts with Grammy-nominated artists as well as the Utah Symphony. Additionally, various athletic and cultural events are held like the Twilight Ride Series and guided historical tours.

The second of Park City’s two major ski resorts, Deer Valley Resort offers miles and miles of fresh white slopes. Activities include skiing, snowmobiling, and more. Winter isn’t the only time that you can enjoy the great outdoors, either.

Head to the slopes because your feed’s about to get really cool. Utah is known for its fresh powder and impressive ski resorts. Deer Valley Resort is a great place if you want to ski and take impressive photos.

Our family favorite is the St. Regis Deer Valley. You can see their website here Saint Regis Deer Valley Park City.

Amazing ski resort. Amazing terrain. I was able to make it on a beautiful blue bird week. They had enough snow to make it worth it. Great conditions. Steep terrain, but enough for everyone. If you are a skier it is a place you must visit. Worth the price. It can be over the top but the terrain and conditions are worth the price of admission even if it is for one day.

Family friendly ski (only) resort. This place was so much fun. The best groomers and a great balance of greens/blues/blacks. I found the weekday traffic to be lower than other places so there was plenty of room to roam all day. Would do again.

Though the base lodges can give you the impression the place is super crowded the mountain is big enough so skiers are spread far and wide. Like Alta this resort is skiers only. Lots of great trails for all abilities. Lines for the most part are short to non existent... during the week at least. We don't do weekends.

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5.0(2335)

2250 Deer Valley Dr S, Park City, UT 84060, USA

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Park City Main Street Historic District

Historical landmark

Sights & Landmarks

Points of Interest & Landmarks

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The Park City Main Street Historic District is a wonderful testament to metal mining towns of yore. After a fire in 1898, the structures were rebuilt in diverse architectural styles, including Queen Anne, Mission/Spanish Revival, and Victorian, to name a few. Often touted as the main attraction, the district consists of 47 historic buildings set on 13 acres along Main Street, which today houses over 100 boutiques, 50 restaurants, and ample outdoor adventure companies.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Main Street Historic District consists of more than 40 buildings built in Victorian, Queen Anne, and Spanish Revival styles. Interestingly, all of these are recreations of even older buildings; a fire destroyed much of the neighborhood in 1898, and everything had to be built again. Today, however, you won’t even know that the district had been touched by flames.

Centered around Main Street is Park City’s handsome Historic District, a picturesque place to stroll around. Home to beautiful old buildings, it has countless shops and restaurants, as well as several excellent art galleries. Following a fierce fire that swept the city in 1898, many brick buildings were rebuilt in an array of architectural styles.

Cool town to visit. Lots of shops to check out. Great views. Plenty of restaurants to choose from, great coffee shops. Lots of souvenir shops too. There are quite a few local arts shops too.

Wow. So many amazing art galleries in one place! And plenty of shopping and great food options as well. I was very impressed that even while looking at photographs, paintings and fur coats that cost more than my car (and some more than my first house) that everyone was so nice and friendly. Not even one person was like that sales lady on Rodeo Drive in the movie Pretty Woman, and many seemed to genuinely enjoy my South Carolina drawl and comparing stories of our travels. I didn't get to ski, but there were plenty of families there that seemed to be having a blast. We found really beautiful views, a wonderful atmosphere, and a truly welcoming group of people.

Leisurely walking around town. Lots of galleries, shops, restaurants. Visit the museum, worth the price of admission. (Cost of admission discounted with coupon)

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4.5(1259)

Main St, Park City, UT 84060, USA

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Park City Mountain

Ski resort

Outdoor Activities

Renowned resort with skiing, snowboarding & other activities, plus hotels, restaurants & shops.

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Hop on the free city-wide transit bus from the Old Town Transit Center on Swede Alley (parallel to Main Street) and head to Park City Mountain or Deer Valley Resort for a scenic chairlift ride. The resorts burst with beautiful autumn colors this time of year. Enjoy the crisp air as you hike back down to one of the resort centers. Stay at one of the resort centers for lunch, or catch the free bus back to Historic Main Street to enjoy an al fresco meal with a gorgeous view.

Located Slope side within the Canyons Resort Village of Park City Mountain Resort, Hyatt Centric Park City, offers a true ski in ski out experience. Canyons Resort and Park City Mountain Resort recently merged to form one mega ski resort, with powder-filled bowls and dozens of groomed runs. When it’s winter in Park City, ski the slopes, zip line over the landscape, enjoy a 30-minute night ride via a horse-drawn sleigh, or try cross-country skiing.

Locals often start their days by flocking to our picturesque mountains where they connect with visitors from all over the world looking to experience our world-renowned ski resorts and conditions. But the fun doesn’t end when the lifts stop for the day!. Read on to learn where you can keep the party going with friends and family at some of the best après ski bars and restaurants in Park City.

Summon your chauffeur (or, you know, get your Kia from the parking garage) and take to the mountains for some Nature TV. Watch the drama unfold on your screen — er, windshield — as you ogle the aspens near Guardsman Pass or take a two-lane highway up to bucolic Mirror Lake, where the leaves will be in full effect and the evergreens will be ever-green. Mirror Lake Highway / Ray Boren

Park City Mountain Resort is one of the two major ski resorts in Park City, and during the 2002 Winter Olympics held in Salt Lake City, many competitions were held here. It has TV-ready slopes that will absolutely dazzle you when you’re gazing at the world from 10,000 feet high. Trails number in the hundreds, and there are also pipes, lifts, and terrain parks.

Park City has long been among the most chic U.S. ski destinations. Set high in the Wasatch Mountains to the east of Salt Lake City, the Park City Mountain Resort is consistently ranked as one of the top ten North American ski resorts by industry experts. It has more than 50 groomed runs on 3,300 skiable acres that offer a good mix of beginner to expert runs.

Diversions include lounging on beach chairs and around the fire pits making up the Canyons Village ski beach, enjoying live music, roasting s’mores at the Umbrella Bar (Saturdays at 3 p.m.), and mingling with Park City Mountain Patrol’s cute rescue pups (Fridays at 4:30 p.m.). Dinner, games, and dessert at Kimball Junction

Park City Mountain Resort is the Swiss Alps of Utah without all the hassle of customs. This high-alpine hotspot is always bumping with farmers markets, outdoor concerts and extreme rides in the summer, and snowboarding, skiing and hot-cocoa-sipping in winter. Because fun knows no season.

The phenomenal Park City Mountain Resort is an absolute must-visit when in town. Spread across a staggering 17 mountain peaks are 348 runs for you to shoot down, aimed at beginners, intermediates and experts alike. Since being founded in 1963, the resort has expanded considerably.

One can explore the mining trails with a tour from Park City Mine Adventure, or go back in time at the Park City Museum, which was once the City Hall and is still home to Utah’s Territorial Jail, although no longer in function. Day 2: Ski Park City & Après On Mountain

Park City Mountain is great for so many reasons. The mountain itself is huge especially after the recent connection with The Canyons. It’s also very easy to get around for such a large mountain. There’s a ton of terrain for every level of experience. The town of Park City is also a great ski town with everything from cool dive bars to high end art galleries. Highly recommended!

Amazing routes. All skill ranges. Relearned boarding the hard way. Spent a couple days on Park City Mountain. Highly recommended Canyons Village for Intermediate- Advanced as it’s always a little less crowded with the kiddos and beginners. Or stay near the tops of the peaks and send harder routes. Favourite had to be monkey powder (black) where you ski through some tight forest and tree line. Can get very skill heavy. Had amazing fresh powder and snow days the week of Christmas through new year. Routes in the morning were a little delayed on opening. Cause of heavy snow fall. If you’re going to park at the base of the mountains by the lifts plan on getting there early, like 7:30am. Gear up and get in line by 8. Otherwise be prepared to be behind hoards of people in line for the base lifts.

So, I’m definitely more of a Brighton girl, but Park City is starting to grow on me. It’s truly a different experience every time you’re there. I mean, it’s so big, how can it not be?? If it’s your first time here, I’d recommend starting at Canyons Village. I just think it’s more fun over there. Work your way over to the other side of the mountain if you need to. The coolest part about that side is the Town Lift, which takes you right into town. And, there’s a free shuttle that takes you to each base, so you can get lost and still make it back to your car.

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1345 Lowell Ave, Park City, UT 84060, USA

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Canyons Village at Park City

Resort hotel

Outdoor Activities

Home base at Park City ski resort with lodging, equipment rentals, dining & chair-lift access.

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Day 3: Ski The Canyons & Catch a Flick Connected to the Park City base area by the new eight-passenger Quicksilver Gondola, Canyons offers 4,000 acres of terrain and 182 runs for skiers and boarders to explore. Beginners will enjoy exploring the scenic upper mountain green runs located off of the High Meadow chair, while intermediates will delight in the blue cruiser runs off of the Dreamscape and Tombstone Express lifts.

The heated outdoor pool and hot tubs, spitting-distance proximity to the lifts, and an on-site day care center are just a few reasons to stay at the newly renovated Grand Summit Hotel at Canyons Village (4000 Canyons Resort Dr, 435.615.8040). Post-renovation, the Grand Summit is now part of RockResorts, a property collection renowned for both service and respect for the environment.

Make sure to use Hᴏᴛᴇʟʙᴏʟʟʏ.ᴄᴏᴍ when booking any resort. This web site will compare hundreds of booking web sites and usually will have rooms much cheaper compared to others! Thank me later! This place is one of the best in this area. I've been coming here for a long time. If you stay for a few nights you definitely won't regret it. Wonderful food and great selection. Has a awesome pioneer and western theme and ambience. Great for the whole family. A little expensive but well worth it.

Had a great time! I just wish that the green hill wasn’t the end of other runs. You have lots of beginners mixed with more experienced skiers. I’m sure they won’t change anything over this review, but just for anyone who is at a beginner level I would look for a more beginner friendly mountain.

I love that they have fireplaces outside for guests. It would be awesome if they had a little coffee/tea/cocoa stand, so you don't have to go inside the restaurant, especially now 2022. I saw something like that but it only seem to sell alcohol. Still would recommend

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4.5(1164)

4000 Canyons Resort Dr, Park City, UT 84098, USA

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Utah Olympic Park

Sports complex

Outdoor Activities

Sprawling park built for the 2002 Olympics featuring ski jumps, bobsled rides, a zip line & museums.

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As host to the 2002 Winter Olympics, Park City has held onto its Olympic legacy in many ways, but especially when it comes to the Utah Olympic Park (UOP). An afternoon spent at the UOP is the perfect opportunity to channel your inner athlete with activities such as zip-lining, bobsled rides, and adventure ropes courses. Professional athletes use the facility to train as well - perhaps you will see a future Olympian practicing his or her aerials above the newly renovated pool!

Visit the site of the 2002 Olympic ski jumping, bobsledding, skeleton, Nordic combined and luge events, which continues to host national competitions. There are 10m, 20m, 40m, 64m, 90m and 120m Nordic ski-jumping hills as well as a bobsled-luge run. The US Ski Team practices here year-round – in summer, the freestyle jumpers land in a bubble-filled jetted pool, and the Nordic jumpers on a hillside covered in plastic. Call for a schedule; it's free to observe.

We did the bobsled experience and it was awesome! So much fun! That being said, if you're having second thoughts, it really isn't as scary as you might think. Very similar to a wooden rollercoaster ride. The park itself is amazing in the winter. Lots of cool things to see!

Our visit the Olympic Park proved to be a highlight our visit to Park City. Three members of our family participated in the Bobsled experience and they were so happy with it. They all came off the mountain sporting wide grins and giggles. The museum which is free to the public proved to be an exceptional display. I loved every exhibit! We all said we would visit again given the chance.

Had so much fun bobsledding! Went so quick but glad I can check this off my bucket list. Only complaint was that they did not enforce mask wearing, which was mandated by the state when I was there. Several people were not wearing their masks on the bus ride up and in the safety video room.

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4.5(2261)

3419 Olympic Pkwy, Park City, UT 84098, USA

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Thanksgiving Point

Non-profit organization

Museums

Nonprofit complex housing gardens, an interactive farm, cafes, shops & the Museum of Ancient Life.

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If you’re not in a hurry, however, you might take the (even more) scenic drive over the mountains from Thanksgiving Point, following route 92 down through Sundance, where you pick up 189 and then rejoin I-15 for a stretch before heading east. Once you’re south of Spanish Fork, there isn’t a whole lot of population, just beautiful scenery. Arrive and spend some time exploring Arches. Get dinner in Moab, which is a lovely little tourist destination.

We went to the butterfly exhibit and it was beautiful. Our group was able to get amazing photos with the butterflies. I am a huge plant person and loved the plants they had inside. The playground indoors next to the exhibit was awesome of the kids to burn off their energy. Next time we’re in town I would love to come back.

Always enjoy the Tulip Festival at Ashton Gardens. I am impressed with their ability to maintain such a large property and to make it inviting for all every year. I also learned that most kids really like the two animatronic dinosaurs that have been placed near the entrance and are being allowed to eat the tulips. Of course, I did hear one of two kids start to cry when the sound effects recording started playing. I'm sure I will be back next year.

We had a lot of fun visiting a couple of spots around Thanksgiving point for my son's birthday. We loved the farm animals, the butterflies and the dino fossils. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the amount of unsupervised kids running around: scaring the animals, stepping on butterflies and throwing sand everywhere at the little kids. It's upsetting to see how stressed the animals and workers looked... not sure why parents would allow their kids to treat animals so unkindly.

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4.5(430)

3003 N Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT 84043, USA

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Museum of Natural Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point

Museum

Children's Museums

Specialty Museums

A large glass-walled building housing more than 400 science- & nature-themed interactive exhibits.

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Museum of Natural Curiosity in Thanksgiving Point is great fun but not cheap. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Draper is very popular and quite impressive for a desert city.

This museum is not what I would normally think of when I hear museum. The interactive learning experience that children can have at the Museum of Natural Curiosity is amazing. We were able to learn so much science through play while here! The greatest part is that the activities here are fun for everyone which is truely invaluable when your kids are as far apart in age as mine are. We hadn't even made it out of the parking lot before my older child was asking if we could come back the next day!

Lots to do here with kids. My kids are 9, 7, and 3. They all enjoyed it. We weren't able to get to it all in one visit. But we were also only there for an hour or so. I feel like it is so fun especially if you've never been there before because there is so much to discover. But I also feel that for some of the exhibits we will quickly grow out of them. I appreciate that for the jungle gym, parents can use a walkway to follow their kids all throughout. I also came here once on a field trip with 1st graders and of course they all had a great time!

This museum has a myriad of hands-on displays that are targeted towards kids. This place is very educational, and big on science. With younger kids; ages 3 to 8, you could easily spend several hours here. For the older kids and adults there is a ropes course that was very safe, and we thoroughly enjoyed this experience. This place can be a little pricey, and a little crowded at times, so I would consider checking to see how busy it is before paying. If it's not too busy, than it is totally worth the money.

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4.5(170)

3605 Garden Dr, Lehi, UT 84043, USA

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Aquarium

Nature & Parks

Non-profit organization

Airy facility with marine-life displays of 2,400+ animals including penguins, seahorses & stingrays.

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Draper is very popular and quite impressive for a desert city. Looking for another US itinerary?. Check out the one we wrote for northern Michigan (and no, it doesn’t include Mackinac.)

Wonderful place. A bit on the pricy side but there is so much to do and some unique animals to see. Has a lot of ways kids can interact and an amazing park on the outside before going into the main exhibit. Great place for adults too. Has a tasty cafe! Buy tickets ahead of time so you don't have to wait in line.

Its so super cool here! I really appreciate the animal information panel next to each exhibit, the fish usually have many on 1 panel so its fun to search for each like a little game. Also AMAZING fries, the food was AWESOME, id dare say they have "McDonald" level of sprite. Its a unique taste to get and they nailed it, how funny is that!

Loveland living planet aquarium offers so many features that keep me and my child entertained for hours. One of our favorite parts of seeing the sharks in the large tank and being able to see them swim over our heads as we go through the tunnel. It is always very neat and clean and the staff is friendly! I do feel that a day pass is overpriced, but they do offer a student and military discounts. I also believe that seniors and children get discounts as well.

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4.0(588)

12033 Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper, UT 84020, USA

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Natural History Museum of Utah

Natural history museum

Museums

Science museum

Modern venue with 10 galleries exploring earth science & Utah’s native cultures in a scenic locale.

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Devote the rest of the afternoon to Salt Lake’s architecturally striking Natural History Museum of Utah, right next door. Wholly absorbing exhibits skip from the Utah’s Native American inhabitants to the state's biological diversity, geology and prehistory, with hands-on displays that educate learners about the formation of sand dunes and how to construct earthquake-proof buildings. Utah is a paleontologist's playground so it stands to reason that the museum’s showstoppers are its fossils and dinosaurs, including the world’s only stash of 14 Ceratopsian (horned) dinosaur skulls. Watch scientists in action by peeking through the windows of the Palaeontology Preparation Lab.

Located at The University of Utah, the Natural History Museum of Utah is dedicated to natural history with an emphasis on Utah and the Intermountain West. Founded in 1959 and based in a new building called the Rio Tinto Center, the museum has a collection with more than 1.6 million objects, many of which are from the inter-mountain region of the United States and focus on the natural history of Utah. Used for both education and research, the collection is divided into genres ranging from Paleontology, Entomology and Vertebrate Zoology to Mineralogy, Botany, and Malacology.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a delightful museum in Salt Lake City's University of Utah Research Park, known for its unique exhibits on the geography and natural history of the Intermountain West region. The museum, which was opened to the public in 1969, has been housed at its current facility at the Rio Tinto Center since 2011. More than 1.6 million artifacts are showcased in permanent exhibits for visitors of all ages, including a renowned Nature Voices exhibit, which documents the history of Utah's eight recognized indigenous tribal groups.

Listen to tales of the trials and tribulations of the Salt Lake Valley throughout the years at the Natural History Museum of Utah. Located in the Rio Tinto Center at the University of Utah, this educational attraction is one of Salt Lake City’s coolest places to see. As you wander your way through the permanent exhibitions at the Natural History Museum of Utah, you’ll learn about the region’s first peoples, marvel at glittering gemstones, take in the world’s largest collection of horned dinosaur skulls, and honor the indigenous voices of SLC today.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a wonderful family activity or something to do on a cold or rainy day in Salt Lake City. Housed in a spectacular copper-clad concrete building with soaring spaces, the museum has more than 40,000 square feet of displays and educational facilities with 1.6 million objects in its collection. Approximately 5,000 items are on display at any given time, and some of the highlights include the digital globe, dinosaur fossils, and a three-story indoor canyon.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a University of Utah campus museum, housed within the university's Rio Tinto Center since 2011. The museum originally stemmed out of natural history collections begun in 1959 and opened to the public in its first location in 1969. Today, it houses a collection of more than 1.6 million natural specimens and research objects, with a focus on the natural and biological history of Utah and the Intermountain West.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is undoubtedly one of the coolest places to see around Salt Lake City if you’re into history, science, and culture. It gives you an inside look into Utah and its rich past, ranging from its geography to its native background, as well as its most crucial historical moments. The museum boasts 10 permanent exhibits, as well as a wide variety of interactive features involving smell, touch, and other senses.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is housed in the Rio Tinto Center, resting on a series of terraces that follow the contours of the Wasatch foothills east of the University of Utah. The building is located along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, a popular location for hiking and mountain biking. The stunning building is wrapped with 42,000 square feet of standing seam copper, mined from Kennecott Utah Copper's Bingham Canyon Mine.

Built at the foothills of the Wasatch mountain range, the form of the building reflects the geology of its surrounding landscape. Taking inspiration from both nature and culture, the structure stands as an emblem of Utah’s unique identity which celebrates its natural history. The museum features an illuminative exhibit program along with research facilities and labs with the sole intention of exploring, educating and inspiring.

If your family loves dinosaurs, the Natural History Museum of Utah is one of the essential things to do in Salt Lake City with kids. Utah has rich fossil beds, and the Natural History Museum boasts the largest display of horned dinosaur skulls in the world as part of its dino exhibit. There are also interactive exhibits that explain how the Great Salt Lake and other unique topographical features in Utah came to be.

Rio Tinto Center's stunning architecture forms a multistory indoor 'canyon' that showcases exhibits to great effect. Walk up through the layers as you explore both indigenous peoples' cultures and natural history. Past Worlds paleontological displays are the most impressive – an incredible perspective from beneath, next to and above a vast collection of dinosaur fossils offers the full breadth of prehistory.

The unique geography and natural history of Utah make the Natural History Museum of Utah exceptionally interesting. Interactive exhibits demonstrate how the topography of Utah and the Great Salt Lake developed. And of course, with dinosaur fossils still being found in the state, this museum boasts an awesome dinosaur exhibit including the world’s largest display of horned dinosaur skulls.

One of the top things to do in Salt Lake City is to visit the Natural History Museum of Utah. As you roam the museum, you will get first-hand insight into the rich history of Utah, from the early days through the most critical moments along the journey. There are 10 permanent exhibits that are found within the museum, many of which are interactive and let you use all five senses.

Located at the University of Utah’s Rio Tinto Center, the Natural History Museum of Utah features exhibits and interactive displays about Utah’s geology, ecology, and paleontology. The site of the museum in the Wasatch foothills adjoins several trailheads, and displays invite visitors to step outside as part of their tour. Admission is $11 for adults; $8 for children ages 3-12.

Opened in 1969, the Natural History Museum of Utah offers you a great opportunity to learn more about natural history, science, and cultural subjects. The majority of the exhibits are related to the state of Utah and the Intermountain West. Actually, it shows you all the information about Utah’s native background, rich history, geography, and many other interesting things.

For a day indoors with the whole family, make your way to the Natural History Museum of Utah. For science, culture and history, this is definitely one of the top points of interest in the city. Spanning 500 million years of Utah history from the ancient Great Salt Lake to the First People’s Exhibit, and important moments in history.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a museum located on the University of Utah campus that focuses on the natural history of the state of Utah. It is perfect for those who want to learn more about the area’s geology, archaeology, and paleontology. The museum also has exhibits on Native American culture and wildlife.

Paleontological discoveries, including the remains of some previously unknown dinosaurs found in Utah and artifacts of Native American tribes, are the main points of interest of this beautiful museum. Thanks to the museum’s fortunate location, it offers, among other things, a beautiful view of the Salt Lake Valley.

The Natural History Museum of Utah showcases all things natural, with a focus on the intermountain West. Don’t miss the dinosaur and fossil exhibits—they are a guaranteed hit with all ages. You'll also find displays on plants, gemstones, the natives of the region, the history of the Great Salt Lake, and more.

This museum is definitely worth a visit and one of the best museums in Utah. The actual building is an architecture masterpiece and the treasures and exhibits within its walls are definitely worth exploring. This museum carries the state’s collections of natural and indigenous cultural objects.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a working scientists' museum that includes paleontology exhibits and a lot more. Here are the museum's free days for 2019:. It's strongly recommended to reserve tickets online for the free days; these are released the Tuesday prior to each free day.

The museums in Salt Lake City give the very essence of its citizens and rich culture. If you are looking for something deeper and more meaningful, head to the museums in city. Explore the cultural, artistic, scientific, or historical side of Salt Lake City with these museums.

Dubbed the “Trailhead to Utah,” the Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) features an expansive collection of dinosaur skeletons, interactive biology, geology and Native American cultural exhibits housed in one of the most architecturally distinctive buildings in the state.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is next on my list of things to do in Salt Lake City for adults. As you’d expect, this museum is packed full of amazing things to see and learn about. There are lots of exhibits, with an obvious emphasis on Utah and the Intermountain West.

If you’re traveling sans small wallet-draining noise makers, consider a visit to the Natural History Museum on the U of U campus or the Modern Art Museum downtown. The Red Butte Botanical Garden is worth a visit as well. Then return your rental car and board your plane.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is located at 301 Wakara Way, east of the University of Utah. The museum rests on a series of terraces that follow the contours of the Wasatch foothills. The stunning building is wrapped with 42,000 square feet of standing seam copper.

From its remarkable red rock deserts, to the peaks of the Wasatch and Uinta mountains, this state contains stunning geology. And throughout time, it has been occupied by dinosaurs and humans alike. The Utah Museum of Natural History is dedicated to telling this story.

The Natural History Museum of Utah is part of the large, over 160,000 square feet Rio Tinto Center. In the hills above Salt Lake City is where you’ll find The Rio Tinto center. The museum is a community effort, and the structure is a testament to that.

The Natural History Museum over on the University of Utah’s campus is cool. This is the Place Heritage Park can also be fun if you are interested in pioneer heritage and seeing what it was like to live as an earlier settler in the 1800’s.

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After three hours in Ogden, we took the FrontRunner back to Salt Lake City. Friends picked us up at North Temple and drove us out to the Natural History Museum. We loved the museum!

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a grand museum found within the University of Utah’s research park. It features twelve permanent exhibits and many other special exhibits.

One of the most spectacular natural history museums you will find, this building grabs you from the moment you see its copper-and-granite…

The dinosaur exhibit is wonderful. I love the gemstone exhibit too. I also enjoy the geology exhibit that traces the history of Utah through millions of years of massive change. The museum regularly hosts visiting exhibits from all over the world. I recommend going during these times. There are also interactive activities for children in the mornings and at scheduled times. In other words, to get the most out this museum, you should look at their event schedule and plan ahead.

This was one of my favorite museum experiences I’ve ever been able to participate in. The walking amount can be a bit of a struggle for those with lesser endurance, but even then, slopes are gradual, elevators are available, and the entirety of the exhibits, save for a couple optional locations, appeared to be easy enough to navigate and handicap-friendly. The stories and presentations were excellently captured, and they made it very easy to discern between interactive and non-interactive attractions and displays. Fun for any age, with lots of visual, auditory, and tactile interactions throughout. Set aside a good 2-3 hours if you want to see everything and experience things wholly. We spent 2 and a half hours here and ended up having to be rushed out at closing time half-way through the Colors exhibit. Absolutely worth the time, the travel, and the visit.

Had a great time here with my two small kids. Lots of steps but there was an elevator for the stroller that was quick and convenient. The dinosaur exhibit was a little hard to find and my husband ended up having to go back through with our 5yr old to find it before we left. Some of the hands on features didn’t work but most did and they were fun for everyone. The staff were helpful and our toddler was free. The gift shop is pricey but had some great stuff that the kids are still enjoying weeks later.

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Temple Square

Historical landmark

Sights & Landmarks

Plaza owned by the Mormon church, with landscaped grounds, a visitors' center, walking tours & more.

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Take a walk around Temple Square (you can join a free tour!) to explore the area surrounding the Salt Lake Temple. It has beautiful grounds, and the Temple itself is pretty, too. The stone used to build it was hewn from the Wasatch range nearby, and there’s some interesting modern history involved in both the construction of the Temple and the founding of SLC itself, much of which you can learn about by visiting the museum on the property. If you like shopping, go to the pretty indoor/outdoor mall City Creek Center just across South Temple.

Spread across an area of 35 acres, the Temple Square is the literal centre across which the city was laid, in grids. It is home to some of the most important historical buildings of the city, including the Salt Lake Temple which is a symbol of the cultural heritage of the Mormons. A walking tour across the square is like strolling past a collage of the city’s alluring history, architecture and landscape—lined with beautiful gardens, fountains, plazas and restaurants, making it the most visited place in the city.

Salt Lake City has been the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since their arrival to the Great Basin in July 1847. Temple Square itself is the spiritual and symbolic center of this unique religion. Covering 10 acres, the square contains the Mormon Temple, the Tabernacle (in which the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearses, performs, and creates broadcasts), Assembly Hall, vast amounts of gardens, the Seagull Monument, and dozens of other significant structures and artworks.

Salt Lake City was first settled by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Temple is still located there, and while it is not open to the public, visitors to the 10-acre Temple Square complex can admire its striking architecture while strolling along the well-manicured grounds. There are visitor centers that teach about the history of the church and the city through interactive exhibits as well as tours that take you around the complex and into some of the buildings.

Temple Square is considered Salt Lake City’s top tourist destination, and it should definitely be on your radar. Occupying 3 city blocks in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, Temple Square offers a welcoming and serene respite from the hustle and bustle of the city, where visitors can explore, reflect, learn, and enjoy. Not only will visitors find access to historic and culturally rich buildings, but colorful, vibrant, and well-manicured gardens that are open for all to enjoy.

The Non-Smoking Salt Lake Plaza Hotel At Temple Square Scores High Marks With Our Guests For Its Outdoor Pool, Complimentary Airport Shuttle, Cushy Beds And Convenient Downtown Location. All 226 Rooms Housed Within The 13-Story Hotel Feature Pillowtop Mattresses, Desks With Ergonomic Chairs, Coffee Makers, Microwaves, Mini-Fridges And Cable Tvs With Pay Movies And Video Games. Salt Lake Plaza Hotel Has A Seasonal Outdoor Pool And Hot Tub, Fitness Room And Business Center.

Beautifully manicured grounds and stunning architecture cover the 10-acre complex known as Temple Square. Although some of the buildings (including the Salt Lake Temple) are not open to the public, many can be visited on your own or by joining a free family-friendly tour. Through interactive exhibits in the visitor centers, families can learn the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and the purposes and significance of the unique buildings.

122 West South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, United States. The Salt Lake Plaza Hotel is a well-known, independently owned family hotel in the beating heart of Salt Lake City downtown, offering good rates on family bookings, $10 a day parking, and easy access to Salt Lake City Airport. It’s next door to the Genealogy Library, and just a hop, skip, and a jump from Temple Square, City Creek, and the very best of downtown salt lake city’s nightlife.

Historic Temple Square is a prominent 10-acre urban complex owned and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints within Salt Lake City's downtown district. The square was originally constructed in 1847 following the arrival of Mormon pioneers in the city and is surrounded by a 15-foot wall, serving as the headquarters of the LDS Church. As Utah's most popular tourist attraction, the square attracts five million annual visitors.

Although Temple Square is one of the top highlights of Salt Lake City, it's in the midst of a massive six-year restoration project, and many areas will be closed until 2024. Buildings are being upgraded, and in some cases completely replaced, and a new tunnel is being installed to improve access and pedestrian flow. It is expected that the North Visitor's Center, Tabernacle, Assembly Hall, and the Joseph Hall Memorial Building will remain open.

To see a cross-section of the temple and get an insight into the Mormon faith, stop by the South Visitors’ Center (templesquare.com). The cute neo-Gothic Assembly Hall hosts free daily organ recitals at noon, while the Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings at the domed Tabernacle. It shelters an 11,623-pipe organ and has acoustics so finely tuned you can hear a pin drop in the pulpit from the back of the hall.

The Salt Lake City Plaza Hotel represents an excellent lodging choice for tourists and business travelers alike. Located immediately at Temple Square, this hotel offers minimized walking distances to the Square itself, as well as the Family Research Library, LDS Conference Center, and Salt Palace Convention Center. Within the hotel, all of its guest rooms boast handsome d--cor accented with overtones of classic European style.

The Salt Lake City Plaza Hotel represents an excellent lodging choice for tourists and business travelers wanting to stay in the downtown area. Located immediately at Temple Square, this hotel offers minimized walking distances to the Square itself, as well as the Family Research Library (world's largest), LDS Conference Center, and Salt Palace Convention Center. It is just two blocks from the Energy Solutions Arena.

(My favorite pizza place in the whole city – you must try the pizza with the buffalo mozzarella.) Then rent some SLC Green Bikes and bike over to Temple Square. I like to go here for lunch because it can get crazy busy for dinner and reservations are not accepted. Don’t forget to stop over for some gelato next door. Also, if it is winter, you really do not want to bike.

What better way to sample the history of Salt Lake City than to head straight to its heart?. Located in the center of the city, this 10-acre complex is owned by the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Salt Lake City. It has a gothic appeal to its exterior, which makes for excellent grandiose picture taking.

One of the most frequented areas of downtown Salt Lake City is Temple Square. This five-block neighborhood is home to several Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints temples, as well as many other church-focused attractions. Even if you’re not one to observe religion, you’ll love observing the extravagance of their places of worship and learning about the faith.

Temple Square is considered a holy location for Mormons, and here you will find a scenic square that covers over 10 acres. The square is lined with trees and pretty flowers, and several buildings of interest look out over it. Just some of these include important Mormon sites such as the Mormon Temple, the Mormon Tabernacle, the Temple Annex, and the Assembly Hall.

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square (formerly known as the Mormon Tabernacle Choir) is made up of 360 volunteers and has performed all over the world. The public is invited to the Choir's free weekly Music & the Spoken Word broadcast on Sundays in the Tabernacle at 9:30 a.m. (guests must be seated by 9:15 a.m.) and the choir's rehearsal every Thursday at 8 p.m.

Visiting the LDS (Mormon) temple grounds is usually on most travelers’ bucket lists when they come to SLC!. The Salt Lake Temple has a well-kept garden, so you’ll find yourself surrounded by in-season blooms during the warmer months. Around late November through early January, the area is decked out with beautiful Christmas lights and religious light exhibits.

Temple Square is a 35-acre complex, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in the center of Salt Lake City. Temple Square is one of Utah’s top tourist attractions and you can experience the beautiful landscape and historical buildings. You can discover history, gorgeous gardens and architecture and incredible art and culture.

When Mormon pioneers arrived in the Salt Lake Valley in 1847, Brigham Young, founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), proclaimed, “Here we will build a temple to our God.” That place eventually became known as Temple Square, the centerpiece of which is the Salt Lake Temple—the largest Mormon temple in the world.More

It is right in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City and is the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also known as Mormons. This is the most popular tourist destination in Utah, and for a good reason. This beautiful ten-acre complex is home to the Salt Lake Temple, the Tabernacle, and the LDS Conference Center.

For many year, Temple Square has the most visited attraction not just in Salt Lake City but in all of Utah!. It is a 35-acre campus of over a dozen different buildings, and as such, we have a separate page dedicated to Temple Square sightseeing. To summarize that page, we recommend any visit to Temple Square should include

Temple Square is the most popular tourist attraction in Salt Lake City. Located right in downtown Salt Lake City, Temple Square covers an area of 10 acres and five city blocks with the imposing Salt Lake Temple at its centerpiece. It is the headquarters for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (The Mormons).

Temple Square is a full city block of buildings and beautifully kept grounds, including the LDS Temple. While parts of Temple Square are not open to the general public, you can still tour the grounds and the historical buildings. Be sure to check out the Mormon Tabernacle and the Visitors’ Center.

Temple Square is Salt Lake City's most popular tourist attraction, and the Salt Lake Temple is an iconic symbol of the city. You can spend as little as 30 minutes or as much as a couple of days seeing the sights at Temple Square and the surrounding area. Everything at Temple Square is free.

Temple Square is one of the top 10 points of interest in Salt Lake City, Utah, hands down. Located in downtown Salt Lake City, it stands out as the main attraction of SLC with its beautiful architecture and imposing structure. It spans across 10 acres and is surrounded by gorgeous greenery.

As an iconic part of Salt Lake City, Temple Square is a must-visit. Found downtown, the square is home to the Salt Lake Temple, mentioned above. As you explore Temple Square, you will see other notable locations such as the Tabernacle, along with several museums and prominent Mormon sites.

Temple Square is one of the prominent religious organizations in Salt Lake, Utah, especially for the Mormons. It is a 10-acre temple complex located in the center of the city. Owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this religious place is beautiful.

This 35 acre consortium of architecture, history and heritage is the highlight of Salt Lake City. The Temple Square represents the rich Mormon culture of Salt Lake City. It comprises of a variety of attractions of which the main is the LDS Temple.

If you want to stay close to some of the city’s top attractions, you can book a room at Salt Lake Plaza Hotel. The seasonal outdoor pool is the perfect place to refresh after a tiring day. There is also a hot tub for guests who want to relax.

Temple Square is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Utah. Visitors from all over the country come to see this beautiful 10-acre complex that features historical buildings, gourmet restaurants, and stunning architecture.

Temple Square, constructed in 1853, sits in the heart of the city. This area, owned by the Mormon Church, encompasses roughly 25 acres.

Add Temple Square to your itinerary to learn about LDS history, heritage, art and culture of one of the oldest Utah attractions.

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Wonderful experience with my older children (8+) while going to see Music and the Spoken Word on Easter! We were there for the first performance since the start of the pandemic and they were truly marvelous! I would highly recommend attending on a Sunday morning and taking it all in!

The Salt Lake Temple is being renovated. The renovation project is in the third year. Over the past two years, two tower cranes were erected on the north and south sides of the temple. These cranes have been used for various purposes, such as removing stones from the walls and towers. Temple Square is well worth a visit, and visitors can go inside the Tabernacle. There are church volunteers available for any questions.

Such friendly and wonderful people working here! Wonderful history and beautiful grounds! The main Temple was under tremendous construction and I wish we could have gained entrance or seen it in all its Glory, but we'll have to go back in a few years.

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Salt Lake Utah Temple

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Sights & Landmarks

Sacred & Religious Sites

The centerpiece of Temple Square & the Mormon Church, this ornate structure was dedicated in 1893.

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Take a walk around Temple Square (you can join a free tour!) to explore the area surrounding the Salt Lake Temple. It has beautiful grounds, and the Temple itself is pretty, too. The stone used to build it was hewn from the Wasatch range nearby, and there’s some interesting modern history involved in both the construction of the Temple and the founding of SLC itself, much of which you can learn about by visiting the museum on the property. If you like shopping, go to the pretty indoor/outdoor mall City Creek Center just across South Temple.

For a bit of cultural tourism, plan a visit to the Salt Lake Utah Temple. One of the most beautiful points of interest in Salt Lake City, it’s the largest temple for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and also one of the most opulent. Though you can’t enter the Salt Lake Utah Temple unless you’re a qualified member of the LDS faith, it’s absolutely worth a visit to admire the grand architecture from the outside and snap a photo or two of this prestigious place of worship.

Despite being the first temple to break ground on construction, the Salt Lake Temple was the fourth of its kind in Utah. Built from quartz monzonite found 20 miles out of Salt Lake City, this stunning temple features six spires each with a statue of the angel Moroni. The completion of the Salt Lake Temple after four decades was the fulfillment of the prophet Isaiah’s foretelling that the Lord’s house would be established on the top of the mountains.

There is no doubt that visitors will immediately be drawn to the tall spires of the Salt Lake Temple, a majestic Gothic building that cannot be visited inside – since it is entirely reserved for worship – but visitors can still admire its grandeur from the outside as they walk along the tree-lined paths that wind around the gates. The building, modeled after the Temple of Solomon, is most beautiful when it is illuminated at night.

The Mormon Temple is one of the most important religious buildings in Salt Lake City and was built in 1893. The building is impressive in style and stature, and is made of granite with three large signature towers at each end. The tallest tower, which is to the east of the building, features a statue covered in gilt which is modeled in the shape of an angel named Moroni who is significant in the Mormon faith.

The Salt Lake Temple is treated as the center of Salt Lake City, as addresses within the city limits are measured by their distance north, south, east or west of Temple Square. The temple was built over a period of 40 years from 1853 to 1893. At 253,000 square feet, the Salt Lake Temple is the largest temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, more commonly known as Mormons.

The impressive Salt Lake Temple took 40 years to build, between 1853 and 1893, and is one of the oldest attractions in the area. The temple is sacred to members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and is not open for tours, you can stroll around the grounds and stop in the South Visitors’ Center to see a scale model of the temple and its interior.

One of the most iconic Salt Lake City landmarks is the Mormon Temple. Designed and built in the unique Mormon style, this stunning building was constructed between 1853 and 1893. At each end of this huge granite structure are three towers, the highest of which, at the east end, bears a 13-foot-high gilded figure of the angel Moroni.

The epicentre of culture in Salt Lake City, the Salt Lake Temple is perhaps the city’s most popular monument. The temple is built as the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, the presiding deity of the Mormon religion. The biggest LDS temple in terms of area, the monument took 40 years to complete.

Religious Buildings50 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150MoreLess Info. The signature piece of architecture in downtown Salt Lake City is the Salt Lake Temple. The large Mormon temple allows free viewing from the outside during business hours, and large groups can arrange for special interior tours.

Image SourceSalt Lake Temple is the important one for the ‘The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ followers. They are called the LDS church followers. Yet, Utah is the only place with this church recognition with most of the communities living in Salt Lake City.

The Salt Lake Temple or the Mormon Temple is one of the iconic landmarks in the city. Located on Temple Square (explained above), this temple is designed and built in a unique Mormon style. So, it looks stunning.

The Mormon Temple, also known as Salt Lake Temple, is an iconic landmark. It is the largest LDS temple on earth, spanning 10 acres and standing at 222 feet tall, taking about 40 years to complete.

The centerpiece and spiritual capital of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Salt Lake Temple is a sacred pilgrimage…

Full disclosure, I am not a Mormon, but appreciate the history of this people. The architecture is great and the ladies that give the tours are very friendly. Unfortunately the temple was underdone repairs, so the view was obstructed.

As an internationally recognized symbol for a specific religion, this is an iconic building to see in SLC. It's noticeable in the skyline of the city and is very well known amongst Latter-day Saints. They light Temple Square up to the gills with Christmas lights every year, and it's always fun to walk around. The building itself is pretty spectacular - it took a very long time to build in many years ago. If you are a believing Latter-day Saint, this building and visiting it will mean much more to you than the casual observer recognizing different faith traditions. However, it is an architectural structure and can still be recognized for it's beauty. This is simply my rating as a work of architecture. It is a symbol for a Christian religion that has major influence in Salt Lake City. As a tourist coming to visit, it's a building that will likely be on your bucket list in SLC.

Temple Square is almost always open, but we learned the hard way that it is closed Thanksgiving day. We still had a good time walking around the perimeter. The front view of the temple was available by going in by the Joseph ith Memorial Building. The weather was beautiful and it was fun to be there when very few others were there.

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Salt Lake City Tabernacle

Historical landmark

Sights & Landmarks

Well-known tabernacle featuring the celebrated Mormon Tabernacle Choir & an organ with 11,623 pipes.

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Located in Temple Square is the Mormon Tabernacle which is shaped like an oval and topped with a dome. This dome is notable for sitting on the top of 44 separate pillars made of sandstone, and this is quite a feat of engineering, even for those who are not usually interested in design. The interior of the tabernacle has a capacity of over 6,000 spectators and is known for its beautiful acoustics, in part thanks to the engineering prowess of the dome.

As you walk around the temple, your attention will be captivated by the Tabernacle, a massive oval-shaped building in Temple Square. You are allowed to enter here and I encourage you to do so and to also take a look at the huge organ behind the choir section. If you don’t want to miss a concert of the ensemble performing in this fabulous setting, you can take advantage of this guided tour of Salt Lake City, which culminates with a concert!

Constructed over the course of four years and completed in 1867, the Tabernacle is home to the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Its 11,623-pipe organ looms 30-plus feet over the congregation, and a curved ceiling enhances the building's acoustics. The sacred structure is open to the public primarily for concerts and meetings, but visitors are encouraged to attend a weekly choir rehearsal or a Sunday broadcast.

Even as a kid I had heard of the famous Tabernacle Choir and no visit to Salt Lake City would be complete without taking in a performance at Temple Square. The Salt Lake Tabernacle has been performing for 150 years and continues to do so with live broadcasts and recitals. At certain times of the year, the choir opens its doors to the public and to let them watch their rehearsal.

The famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir performs every Sunday morning (usually in the Tabernacle) free of charge at 9:30 am. (You must be in the seats at 9:15 and we suggest getting there around 8:45.) Honestly, it is phenomenal. If you are not visiting Salt Lake on a Sunday, check out the schedule here. There are often free organ concerts or other events that are quite remarkable.

Performing for more than 100 years, Mormon Tabernacle Choir or The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is a part of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This is one of the top tourist attractions in Salt Lake City, so you can’t miss it. No, you don’t need to be religious to enjoy these mind-blowing melodies play by a group of talented people.

The Tabernacle is home to the world-famous Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square and was built in 1867. The dome-shaped auditorium is so acoustically sensitive that if a pin was dropped at the pulpit, it could be heard clearly at the back of the hall. There is a beautiful 11,623 pipe organ that fills the front of the Tabernacle.

One of the Salt Lake City attractions that no tourist can miss is the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. You don’t have to be religious to enjoy the harrowing and beautiful melodies and harmonies created by this talented and spiritual group of singers. At 9.30 am every Sunday, the choir’s performance is broadcast live.

East of the temple stands the Salt Lake Tabernacle, for which the famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir is named. The Tabernacle's turtle-back roof is supported by lattice timber trusses designed by bridge builder Henry Grow. Its appearance is surprisingly modern and functional for a building of its time.

The cute neo-Gothic Assembly Hall hosts free daily organ recitals at noon, while the Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings at the domed Tabernacle. It shelters an 11,623-pipe organ and has acoustics so finely tuned you can hear a pin drop in the pulpit from the back of the hall.

The tabernacle is a massive oval building with a dome perched on 44 sandstone piers. The sober interior, with seating for over 6,500 people, is noted for its fine acoustics. Free tours are offered throughout the day, and an interesting example of the acoustics is performed.

Gorgeous tabernacle. The staff were kind and gave us an excellent tour and history of this building! Thank you!

Such a beautiful, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Everyone was so nice and friendly giving us good background info on the Tabernacle. The acoustic demonstration was amazing! Great sounds!

What an amazing structure, rich with heritage. It is hard to imagine how this building was constructed without all of the modern tools and machinery we have now. And the organ is truly magnificent!

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Utah State Capitol

State government office

Sights & Landmarks

Built in 1916, the renovated neoclassical revival building offers original murals, exhibits & tours.

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You could easily drive or walk up the hill along State Street, though, and walk around the State Capitol building. The Capitol is ringed with beautiful flowering cherries, and it offers wonderful views of the city and the landscape, including the Great Salt Lake to the west. It’s worth taking the time to explore this area of the city–it’s the most picturesque, with cute apartments and century-old homes and churches. City Creek Canyon is also a pretty place for a stroll.

One of Utah’s most eminent landmarks, the State Capitol has been home to the state government since 1916, when it opened. Being one of the largest restoration projects in the country, the building is an architectural masterpiece designed in a neo-classical revival style. Located at the top of a hill overlooking the city, the site is spread across 40 acres of land with sculpted lawns, gardens and the main building showcasing ornate halls and grandiose interiors.

Topped with a domed rotunda, the Utah State Capitol is a beautiful marble building perched on a hill. You have the option of touring the building yourself or taking a guided tour for free. Young kids will have fun looking for items to fill out their scavenger hunt bingo cards, which you can print out from the Capitol’s website before you go, and making the tour into a game is one of the most fun things to do in Salt Lake City with kids.

Set over 40 acres and overlooking the majestic Salt Lake City, the Capitol building is both regal and an architecturally beautiful. Sculpted lawns and manicured bushes flank the building, and the view of the surroundings is simply jaw dropping. Walking on the grounds instils a feeling of awe and patriotism as you pass the Vietnam memorial and the Mormon monument that have been erected in the m...Read more

The imposing Utah State Capitol building is in downtown Salt Lake City and is one of the top attractions in the city. Beyond being a beautiful piece of architecture, the Capitol is open to visitors so you can explore the Golden Room, and a series of prominent galleries. The art galleries found within the building come with quality rotating exhibits and collections from around the Salt Lake City area.

The Utah State Capitol is a sight to behold, gleaming at the top of a hill in Downtown SLC. Tour the grounds in the spring and you’ll find rolling green hills, cherry blossom trees (in late April), and plenty of photo opportunities. Head inside to see a gorgeous marble staircases and vaulted ceilings, again, offering insta-worthy backdrops. The doors are open Monday- Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

After you tour the grounds, ride your bikes (or use the public transport TRAX system) up to the Capitol Building (it sits atop a gorgeous hill overlooking the Salt Lake Valley) and watch the sunset. Go to dinner at our favorite taco place EVER (well in the state that is) Taqueria 27. Make sure you ask about the taco of the day and get some of the guacamole (they have several different kinds)!

The Utah State Capitol Building is the official seat of government for the State of Utah, holding offices and chambers for the state's legislative and executive branches. The Corinthian-style building, which was crafted by architect Richard K.A. Kletting, was constructed in 1916 and fully renovated in 2004. Since 1978, it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Utah State Capitol is a prominent landmark in Salt Lake and has been home to the state government since 1916. The architecture and design are extraordinary and it was modeled after the Capitol in Washington D.C. This is a really great place to take pictures especially in the Spring when the cherry blossoms that were gifted from Japan bloom. You can also take free tours inside.

The Utah State Capitol has its home in Salt Lake City itself, where it serves as one of the region’s main attractions. It rises 300 feet into the air and is located on Capitol Hill, designed classically with stunning and regal architecture. It is elegantly opulently decorated, with a dome topping that can be spotted from across the city and marble furnishings within.

The State Capitol is found, perhaps unsurprisingly, on Capitol Hill, and is the symbol of the state of Utah. The building is 300 feet above the rest of the city, which means that it can be seen from many different vantage points, and is designed in the Neo-Classical style. The building is topped with a dome and the inside of the capitol is furnished with marble.

Set 300 feet above the city at the north end of State Street, on Capitol Hill, is the Utah State Capitol. This towering, neoclassical, domed building houses the House of Representatives, Senate, and Supreme Court of Utah. The interior is known for its marble rotunda, the Golden Room (the Governor's reception room), and a small gallery with changing exhibits.

So, it contains all the major chambers and offices like the governor’s offices, Lieutenant Governor, State Legislature, the State Auditor, Attorney General, Supreme court, and many others. Opened in 1912, it is located 300 feet above the city on Capitol Hill. Also, it is an attractive domed building that has a stunning interior as well.

The neoclassical Utah State Capitol Building opened in 1916 and is home to the offices and chambers of the state Legislature, governor, and other government officials. The building is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and features artwork, historical items, and monuments both inside and around the grounds.More

One of the best places to go in Salt Lake City for a true Utah experience is the Utah State Capitol. Take a guided tour through the state legislature and take in the grandeur of the architecture. If you visit during the springtime, you’ll also be treated to a walk through the grounds, peppered with over 400 cherry blossom trees.

Utah's state capitol was constructed between 1912 and 1916, using granite from nearby Little Cottonwood Canyon. The dome is covered with Utah copper, and the building's exterior features 52 Corinthian style columns. The beehive, a symbol of the state of Utah, is featured in the building's interior, exterior and grounds.

Utah's Capitol building has some remarkable architecture inside, and free tours are offered on the hour Monday through Friday. The park enjoys a spectacular view of downtown while sporting several memorials and a reflecting pond. Address: 350 State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

When visiting any capital city in the United States, you can’t miss seeing the capital building, they are always so grand. The Utah State Capital is no different. It is another one of the free things to do in Salt Lake City in the city center.

The Utah State Capitol is a tourist attraction, as strange as that may sound. In many states, a visitor would understandably have little interest in visiting the state capitol. Trust us, this is one state capitol you need to see!

The State Capitol Building is one of the most iconic landmarks in Salt Lake City. It was built in 1912 and houses the Utah State Legislature. The Utah State Capitol is one of the most beautiful capitals in the country.

We loved seeing SLC’s neighborhoods and looking out over the city from the hills, and then a highlight was a stop at the Utah State Capitol building, with its large lawn perfect for running and playing!

The State Capitol, constructed in the 1910s, is the seat of government for Utah. It overlooks the downtown district and is one of the most prominent landmarks of the city.

The Utah State Capitol, the house government of Utah, is a magnificent building that is Utah’s version of the White House.

Beautifully done! You have to visit this place. I really enjoyed the history. The architecture was amazing inside. So much more to see than I expected. If you are visiting Salt Lake City you should definitely check this place out! This is an excellent place to go when the weather isn’t great outside. I highly recommend this place.

Neat place to visit and learn about! The architecture is beautiful. The tour for us (school group) included being able to see the earthquake supports that have been recently placed under the building. We were also able to see the court room. In that room is a hand-made timer for helping the speakers know when to stop. The timer is in the shape of a traffic light that was built by Lester Farnsworth Wire who made the first version of a traffic light in the state of Utah, in 1912. The "traffic light" timer is still used today. There are great resources on the Utah state capital website such as scavenger hunt games and coloring sheets for use during your tour. So much to see and learn about.

This is one of the nicer capital buildings. Very large and good interior with nice Marvel and paintings throughout the dome as well kept and everything is very clean. I like to see the beehives hidden in the architectural and art throughout

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350 State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84103, USA

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