Places To Visit in Utah

The Living Planet Aquarium: Featuring 100 animals and species; a variety of exhibits. The first Monday of every month is halfprice family night from 4 to 6pm. Located in Sandy. http://www.thelivingplanet.com/

Thanksgiving Point Museum of Ancient Life and the Gardens: Fun for the whole family with the Museum of Ancient Life, the Mammoth Screen Theater, the Emporium, Farm Country, restaurants, and more. There are also special events going on many days of the month. http://www.thanksgivingpoint.com/

Utah Olympic Park: Includes bobsled rides, chairlift rides, a zip line, Nordic sprint races, and more. An Olympic experience your family will remember. http://www.olyparks.com/

Utah’s Hogle Zoo: Located in Salt Lake City, this zoo is home to 1100 animals, including more than 250 species around the world. 801-528-1631. https://www.hoglezoo.org/

The Peppermint Place: Located at 119 E. 200 N. Alpine, Utah. This local candy factory offers tours and samples. 801-756-7400. http://www.kencraftcandy.com/

J.V. Jensen Living Historical Farm: Leave the present behind and experience a real working farm with horsedrawn equipment, home cooking on a wood burning stove and a vigorous game of farm ball. At the American West Heritage Center. http://www.awhc.org/

Alpine Loop and Cascade Springs: Enjoy a 20 mile scenic drive through the beautiful Wasatch Mountains in Provo Canyon. Stop at the cascade springs for a short hike or picnic. A $3 fee is required for vehicles that plan to stop on their way through the loop. http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/maps/brochures/amer_fork_alpine_loop.pdf

Sundance: World renowned skiing in the winter and tons of outdoor fun in the summer. Sundance has scenic lift rides, over 10 miles of hiking trails, mountain biking trails with lift service, fly fishing, horseback riding, and kids camps. Sundance also offers two spectacular restaurants, the Tree Room and Foundry Grill. The Tree Room is the recipient of the AAA Four-Diamond award. These restaurants also offer a "Dine and Ride" package where you reveive a complimentary lift pass when you dine between 5-5:30 pm. http://www.sundanceresort.com/

Crandall Historical Print Museum: Right here in Provo, this is the only place in the world to see a recreation of Johannes Gutenberg’s print shop in 1450. Also see demonstrations of how the first Book of Mormon was printed and bound in the Grandin Print Shop. http://crandallmuseum.org/

Seven Peaks Ice Arena and Water Park: Sure to entertain all ages. 1330 East and 300 North in Provo. Ice arena: http://www.peaksarena.com/ Water Park: http://www.sevenpeaks.com/

Southridge Farms: Located in Santaquin, this fourth generation fruit farm offers hayrides, trips to the pumpkin patch, and fresh apple cider along with the popular Red Barn. http://www.southridgefarms.com/

This Is The Place Heritage Park: Located in Salt Lake City. Heritage Village is a living history site within the 450-acre This Is The Place Heritage Park. In more than 40 original and replica homes and businesses you will find villagers who demonstrate crafts, trades and home-making skills typical of 19th Century Utah. http://www.thisistheplace.org/

Lagoon Amusement Park: Located in Farmington. Lagoon offers roller coasters and rides for all ages as well as a water park. http://www.lagoonpark.com/

Clark Planetarium: Located at the Gateway in Salt Lake City. The Planetarium has several movies playing throughout the day in their dome and IMAX theaters. http://www.clarkplanetarium.org/nowplaying.php

Wheeler Historic Farm: Located in Salt Lake City. Experience an authentic dairy farm by taking a tour through the historic farm house, milking cows, and riding on a tracktor drawn wagon. http://www.wheelerfarm.com/index.html

Hot Springs: http://www.utahoutdooractivities.com/springs.html

Brigham Young University: BYU offers a variety of fun activities for the whole family! From science, art, and cultural museums to dramatic productions, from musical programs to sporting events, there is always something to do. www.byu.edu

Mount Timpanogos and Timp Cave: Located off the Alpine/Highland exit. Great opportunities for hiking are available on this imposing mountain on the northeast edge of Utah Valley. In July and August the mountain is covered with wildflowers and makes for a favorite hike for many people. Timp Cave is a National Monument, and one of the best caves in the region, with public access during summer and early fall. http://www.nps.gov/tica/

Bridal Veil Falls: Located just east of Provo, this two-tiered waterfall offers impressive views and hikes. http://www.go-utah.com/Bridal-Veil-Falls