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Motorcycing through Monument Valley, Utah.

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Overview

Welcome to nature's most perfect playground. From red-rock mesas to skinny slot canyons, powder-bound slopes and slick rock trails, Utah's diverse terrain will stun you. The biking, hiking and skiing are world-class. And with more than 65% of the state lands public, including 14 national parks and monuments, the access is simply superb.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • HOODOS, PINNACLES AND SPORES, DIFFERENTIAL EROSION. LIMESTONE SEDIMENTARY ROCK. BRYCE CANYON, UTAH. BRYCE POINT

    Bryce Point

    Bryce Canyon National Park

    If you stop nowhere else along the scenic drive, be sure to catch the stunning views from Bryce Point. You can walk the rim above Bryce Amphitheater for…

  • Buffalo in Antelope Island State Park.

    Antelope Island State Park

    Utah

    White-sand beaches, birds and buffalo are what attract people to the pretty, 15-mile-long Antelope Island State Park. That’s right, the largest island in…

  • 2C4FT46 North American Museum of Ancient Life at Thanksgiving Point, Lehi City, Utah, USA, North America

    Museum of Ancient Life

    Salt Lake City

    A family-friendly museum at Thanksgiving Point that houses one of the world's largest displays of mounted dinosaurs. The exhibits, many of which are hands…

  • Salt Lake City, Utah USA  - December 31, 2017: Natural History Museum of Utah

    Natural History Museum of Utah

    Salt Lake City

    Rio Tinto Center's stunning architecture forms a multistory indoor 'canyon' that showcases exhibits to great effect. Walk up through the layers as you…

  • Utah Olympic Park

    Utah Olympic Park

    Park City

    Visit the site of the 2002 Olympic ski jumping, bobsledding, skeleton, Nordic combined and luge events, which continues to host national competitions…

  • Park City Museum

    Park City Museum

    Park City

    A well-staged interactive museum touches on the highlights of the town's history as a mining boomtown, hippie hangout and premier ski resort. There are…

  • Woman walking in the gardens at Thanksgiving Point.

    Thanksgiving Point

    Salt Lake City

    Fifty-five acres of gardens, a petting farm, golf course, giant movie theater, dining and shopping: what doesn’t the Thanksgiving Point infotainment…

  • Salt Lake City, Utah, USA - July 30, 2019: Family History Library,  a genealogical research facility in Salt Lake City, operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

    Family History Library

    Salt Lake City

    Thousands of people come to Salt Lake City every year to research their family history here, the largest genealogical resource on earth. Because the LDS…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

What activities are on your Utah itinerary? Here are 19 amazing ideas for the best things to do in Utah, including national parks, hot springs and gardens.

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Best Places to Visit

Hike, bike, raft, ski, climb, and camp – if the outdoors is your thing, this is where you want to be. Here are the best places to go in Utah.

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Best Time to Visit

Utah is open for adventure year-round but the weather can sometimes derail travel plans. Here's our guide to the best times to visit Utah.

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Transportation

Driving is the easiest way to see Utah, but buses, trains, and light rail will help you explore the cities. Here's how to get around in the Beehive State.

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Free Things to Do

Thanks to plenty of wide-open space and its emphasis on all things outdoors, Utah is a fantastic destination for travelers on a budget.

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Traveling with Kids

Incredible natural wonders, unique cultural landmarks and hundreds of miles of play-all-day spaces make Utah a great destination for families.

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Best Road Trips

There’s lots to see in the beautiful Beehive State, particularly if you explore by road. Adventurers get ready – here are the top road trips through Utah.

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