Most reviewed Points of Interest & Landmarks in Utah
4.5Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park(7.351 reviews) - Do a tour, and drive the loop on your own Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
Stunning. If I were spiritual, I would add that in. A few cautions: currently the tribal elders decreed that all visitors have to exit the loop road by 7 pm. Unfortunately, sunset is now (Sep 1st) an hour later. When your tour ends, as sunset approaches, head to the The View Hotel - pass through the Gift Shop to the south east decks (where diners might eat if/when their restaurant re-opens; still under COVID restrictions) In fact, masks have to be worn in open air - including in tour vehicles. Highly recommend the Dineh Bekayah tour group; female owned (one of the only in the Valley) female managed, female guides. All very professional. Bring cash to save on 8% tax. Some tours done through Goulding’s etc inc the Navajo Nation entry fee of $20/ car w/ 2 pax. Request a refund if you already paid the latter online or while driving the 17 mile loop on your own beforehand.See more..
4.5Temple Square(5.060 reviews) - Beautiful place with lots of history Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Gardens
Dominated by a magnificent six-spired temple, the square is the symbolic heart of the worldwide Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints.See more..
Historic Park City is the gem among riches. Nestled in the valley flanked by Park City Mountain Resort on one side, and Deer Valley on the other, it is the heart and soul of our mountain town and the epicenter of all that is fun and wild. Historic Park City’s has a rich and storied past: it began as a raucous silver town, nearly faded into history as a ghost town, and then re-invented itself as a ski town that grew into a world-class destination and host to global events such as the 2002 Winter Olympics and the Sundance Film Festival. At the center of Historic Park City is Main Street--home to over 200 unique businesses. Visitors can shop among at independent boutiques, dine at one-of-a-kind restaurants, relax at a restorative spa, ride the town lift to play in the mountains, stay in style within a short walk of everything, revel in our spirited nightlife, discover something to treasure from our lively art community, and connect with loved ones with memorable experiences.See more..
4.5St. George Temple(922 reviews) - St. George Temple Visitors' Center Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
- Temporarily closed for renovation Open to the public, the St. George Temple is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful views, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center.See more..
5.0Observation Point(761 reviews) - Observation Point via East Mesa Trailhead Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts
This overlook provides a great view of southern Zion Canyon if you're willing to climb the 2200 feet of elevation to get there.See more..
4.5Forrest Gump Point(579 reviews) - Well worth the little extra effort to find Points of Interest & Landmarks
Iconic spot. It's a must do if you're going to Monument Valley. Even if you don't know about or don't care about Forrest Gump, it's a fantastic view of Monument Valley. If you come from Kayenta, past the entrance...it's about 10 minutes further up the road toward Mexican Hat UT. Cars are good about slowing down and yielding for people in the road taking pictures.See more..
4.0Mexican Hat Rock Formation(487 reviews) - Those Who Love Geology Will Enjoy Seeing This Little Rock Formation. To Others And Children, They Call It Cute! Points of Interest & Landmarks
A very unique rock formation created by geologic processes over millions of years. Mexican Hat is "cute" and quite photogenic. It lies on the road beween the Moki Dugway and Monument Valley. The layered rocks near it are also colorful and unique.See more..
We were driving to our next stop when we saw this sign about prehistoric Native American rock art and had to stop. Crossed the road and took a look. It was amazing to see the figures carved into the rock. As I stood there I thought about what stories the people who carved the pictures were trying to tell us. Was it how their journey to the area was like? The animals and things they saw? There are two different kinds of art - pictographs and petroglyphs. Pictographs are painted on the rock while petroglyphs are chiseled, incised or pecked. The pictures were interesting and cool. What was disappointing was the graffiti people left behind. Do stop to admire the petroglyphs and pictographs.See more..
4.5Union Station(306 reviews) - Love the Lobby and the Toy Train Sunday: Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
For 50 years this stately and historic depot served as a major hub for transcontinental rail service. Today, it remains a monument to grand rail stations of the early 20th-century and includes four museums: the Utah State Railroad Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Browning Kimball Car Museum and the Browning Firearms Museum.See more..
The Fremont Petroglyphs are amazing. They are just off the road and there is a good parking area. There is a short boardwalk from the parking area to the view of the Petroglyphs. It is worth spending time to look at the rocks and find the various petroglyphs and to read the material the National Park has posted. This is one of the best-known stops in Capitol Reef National Park. These petroglyphs were made by indigenous peoples many centuries ago in the Fremont River Valley. It was amazing to see artwork that was created so many years ago. I highly recommend a visit to the Fremont Petroglyphs in Capitol Reef National Park.See more..
4.5Historic 25th Street(288 reviews) - Fun Area to Spend Some Time Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Fun area to explore while visiting Ogden. Lots of restaurants in the area as well as a few shops! Many had limited hours and seem to be open mostly Thursday - Sunday. Also a number of the restaurants don’t open until the evening hours. It was still fun to explore and there are informational signs along the street and on some of the buildings explaining the history of this street. Also, right down the street from here is the Utah train museum and other small museums.See more..
4.5Court of the Patriarchs(287 reviews) - Nice Photo Spot Points of Interest & Landmarks • National Parks
One of many famous landmarks in Zion National Park. Easy to see these 3 mountain peaks from a viewpoint along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Best viewed at sunrise or earlier in the day.See more..
5.0South Coyote Buttes(272 reviews) - Amazing formations and a fantastic guide! Points of Interest & Landmarks
So much to see, all of it breathtaking! Plan ahead to be sure you have a permit and are prepared with water and sunscreen. Due to permit limitations, it’s possible you might not see another person while you’re there, which allows for great photo opportunities. My spouse and I spent the day hiking through the amazing formations and being wowed by the beauty and peacefulness with the help of our guide from Dreamland Tours—Orion, made it an unforgettable experience! He was very personable and very knowledgeable about what we were seeing and about the history of the area. In addition to being a fantastic guide on-site, he was an extremely capable driver over some intimidating terrain.See more..
4.5McConkie Ranch(221 reviews) - The best petroglyphs you will ever see Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks
4.5Sand Island Petroglyphs(187 reviews) - Great stopping point on the way to Bears Ears! Points of Interest & Landmarks
Just travel west out of Bluff Utah about 3 miles on state highway 191. At mile post 22.1, turn south into the well signed Sand Island Campground. The panel is signed and easy to spot along the cliff band on the north side of the camp ground. Here behind a fence is a large panel of over 100 yards of rock art that spans everything from archaic to modern times. The sheer amount of art along with the time range it represents tells us that this area must have held special significance. The Sand Island Recreation Area is open year-round and access to the rock art is easy!See more..
We happened to be in the area and saw this show up on the map, and felt it was worth the drive to check out. It really was. We learnt so much about the history of this town and the plight faced by the Baker Fancher wagon train. The memorial site is really well kept, is informative and evokes a peaceful atmosphere. We went as a couple but this would be really interesting for families.See more..
Cassidy Arch Trail is named after the famous Butch Cassidy!! The arch is located just off of the Scenic Drive, within the western walls of Grand Wash. The arch is large and spectacular, with great photo opportunities from almost any angle. It sits 400 feet above the Scenic Drive. Cassidy Arch Trail is a 3.5 out-and-back scenic trail, and takes about 2 hours. The climb is steep at times, but definitely worth the effort, as the views are spectacular! Take water & enjoy!!See more..
3.0Metaphor - Tree of Utah(101 reviews) - Watch from the road!! Points of Interest & Landmarks
Read about this tree of Utah and was looking out for it on our drive to the salt flats. Very odd pice of art.See more..
4.0Ice Castles(98 reviews) - Worth the time and Money Points of Interest & Landmarks
Ice Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see winter phenomenon that brings fairytales to life. The frozen attraction is located in six cities across North America. Ice Castles is built entirely by hand using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, ice-carved tunnels, slides, and fountains.See more..
This hike was awesome! It was a little hot in August but still very fun! The views are amazing. This hike is pretty easy. There are some stairs & some uphill walks. Lots of dogs & children. It’s a bit crowded in some spots for pictures but overall I had a great time & I definitely recommend this hike if you are in the area. See more..
4.5Spiral Jetty(76 reviews) - Family time with friends Points of Interest & Landmarks
This is a beautiful place to visit but before I go any further, here are some important tips: *there's no potable water so you need to bring your own *bring extra water to rinse your feet, face etc *better if you drive an SUV or truck *dirt road for about 15-20 min *bring snacks *no toilets near by *the salt is very thick and sticks to you automatically when you touch the water *no cell service It's a very breathtaking location. The pink water brings joy looking at it and splashing around. You can also do a little hiking before you get in the water. It's very relaxing and it seems to just calm you down and take in the beauty. See more..
4.5Wolfe Ranch Rock Art(72 reviews) - Fascinating Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
Such a short walk from the Delicate Arch Trailhead rewards with viewing these well preserved Ute petroglyphs. They are more recent because they include horses but they’re also sheltered enough to be protected from the elements. Nice interpretation on site. See more..
5.0Partition Arch(69 reviews) - Worth The Drive from Salt Lake City Points of Interest & Landmarks
We were fortunate to visit it during Winter and there was no snow. Stunning landscape and the surroundings were worth the drive from Salt Lake CitySee more..
4.0Ancestor Square(66 reviews) - Great stop while touring around St George Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Nice little relax walk thru the Square. Plenty of restaurants and historic stops. Good central area to all of downtown. This is touring at your leisure yourself..Free parking.See more..
4.0Whale Rock(62 reviews) - Must do - not as hard as it looks Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Hiking Trails
This was an awesome surprise on our trip to CNP. We were able to do it with a 7, 5, 4 year old (going carefully and safely). Little hard to keep on trail (not clearly marked in the bottom, so follow other people up). Great 360 views at the top, lots of fun, definitely a memorable experience. See more..
We were driving from West to East, & almost missed this. No sign. There is a sign if you're driving from East to West. The parking lot is large & there were about 5 cars there when we arrived. There's a pit toilet & an information board. The hike is 1 mile there & back. I would say a moderate hike, due to the slickrock scramble the last 300 feet. Until then, easy. I liked the ruins. They are clearly visible, but you can't hike to them. There's also benches if you need a break.See more..
4.5The Real UP House(53 reviews) - A highlight of our visit to SLC, only 40 minutes south of town Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
I read about this private home and had to visit. We drove from SLC to see it. The owners are okay for you to stay outside the fence and take a few selfies (about 5 minutes). We were thrilled to see it and appreciate their kindness. You are able to contact the owners for a more personal experience, for a fee. We thought the neighborhood was lovely and recommend this for any Disney lover!See more..
4.0Big Rock Candy Mountain(51 reviews) - Big Rock Candy Mountain on HWY 89 Mountains • Points of Interest & Landmarks
An unusual yellow mountain whose name was taken from the classic folk tune that was inspired by it.See more..
4.5Moonshine Arch(48 reviews) - Easy Day Hike Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
Easy drive from Vernal. Once you turn off 191 to 301, for a moment it looks like your on someone's driveway because there's a mailbox. But there is no house there. Road not maintained. Its "wilderness" like. An SUV or higher vehicle can make it all the way back to a large, man-made, gravel cul-de -sac with boulders lining the perimeter. From there, your on foot winding your way through unmaintained trails. Follow the footprints before you.. they'll guide you to the Arch. Truly magnificent. A must do.See more..
4.5Grosvenor Arch(47 reviews) - LOVE the Arch; Not the Rough Road Points of Interest & Landmarks
Even though Cottonwood Canyon Road is long and dirty, the Arch was worth the trip. We did other hikes along the way to break up the driving time, but beware that the road is very bumpy and dusty. We were surprised to find a paved sidewalk and restrooms out there after hours of just dirt, sand, and rock. It felt like we were walking up to a castle. You can go right under the large arches which is a very cool view. We had beautiful blue sky when we were there so our pictures turned out great. Not many people take the long adventurous dirt road, so it's a quiet and peaceful area. Probably best with a 4 wheel drive vehicle with large tires, but we took an AWD sport van and it did fine. We drove from 89 north to the Kodachrome exit. The second half of the drive is definitely more scenic than the first half.See more..
5.0Memorial Hill(36 reviews) - Special tribute to veterans Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers • Monuments & Statues
I was amazed at the number of wars included in this memorial starting with the War of 1812. It also included wars fought specifically in the West, as well as the wars fought during my lifetime Very peaceful atmosphere. Our veterans deserve more recognition and appreciation for their serviceSee more..
4.0St. George Historic Downtown(36 reviews) - Historic area in the center of St. George Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Monuments & Statues
The Historic Downtown area of St. George is in the center of town with banners marking the district. There are many civic sculptures and historic buildings included in the area. The old civic buildings are built of red sandstone and include the Tabernacle, Library, Courthouse, Children's Musem, and Library. There is a large open area, a splash pad, carousel, and covered picnic area. Several of the original houses have been converted into restaurants and shops. Many placards and maps inform the visitor of the different sites in the Historic District.See more..
Headed to Capitol Reef? Get your drinks and snacks at this fun spot. Staff is friendly and helpful. Where else can you go to a store in a hole in a rock? Stop here!See more..
4.5Wahweap Hoodos(32 reviews) - Shortcut for only 3 miles r.t. hiking to this amazing place. Points of Interest & Landmarks
You don't have to hike the 10+miles to visit this place. We didn't. Mark "Wahweap Hoodos" on your phone, and enter GPS coordinates 37.166732, -11.722128 and Google Map will route you from US89 to Cottonwood Canyon Rd and then other roads. Please note the road is unpaved and condition may change. Anyway, drive with caution and good judgement. If the road has a blm # assigned to it, it is managed by blm. You may have to cross a couple cattle gates, leave them the way you pass them. Depending on your vehicle, you may still able to drive beyond this coordinates. Anyway, then you walk toward the wash/creek and walk upwards. Round trip is less then 3 miles. -- please note, the information was accurate til end of 2015. Please use your caution and judgement as the road condition may have changed and maybe there are new sign/rules about using these roads.See more..
4.5Cedar City Utah Temple(31 reviews) - Stunningly Beautiful and Peaceful Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
A must see if you are in Cedar City. Beautiful and serene. This is a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. They have built many in the state. It is worth a visit, even if you are not a member, just to visit the grounds and feel the spirit of the place.See more..
3.5Church Rock(31 reviews) - One of Thousands Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
This is not something you would go out of your way to see. If you're driving between Moab and monticello utah, you will see it along with several other lone formations. You can't get close so good photo requires a zoom lens. It will be many of 100's you will take in the Canyonlands and arches National Park area.See more..
4.0ATK Rocket Garden(30 reviews) - Cool place in the middle of nowhere Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
Part of the Northrop Grumman facility. It’s right infront of their main office building facing Hwy 83. Features a wide variety of displayed rockets (some of which were used for the space shuttle). Many of the displays have plaques that explain the different rockets. The area is free and open year round accessible via a walkway from the Northrop office parking lot. It’s about a 45 min round trip drive coming from Brigham City or Tremonton freeway exit with nothing in-between. If going there from Tremonton be aware that W Faust Valley Rd is fairly steep in areas and would be difficult to traverse in winter conditions or with trailers. Also during summer time the grass field between the garden and Hwy is a nesting ground for mosquitoes that can plague the garden during warmer times of the year.See more..
4.0Dinosaur Footprint Parowan Gap(29 reviews) - Great side trip, especially for kids interested in dinosaurs Points of Interest & Landmarks
Take a quick side trip off of I-15 east of Parowan to see these Dinosaur Footprints and also the Parowan Gap Petroglyphs. You could rush in less time, but take an hour overall to see both. Several footprints are well marked. Hopefully the site will be respected since there are no barriers or protection of the fossilized footprints. To get here, take the Parowan exit, find 400 North, and go west on 400 North. You will cross the freeway. Just follow the road for 9 or 10 miles. You can't miss them.See more..
4.5The Hogback(26 reviews) - Great views Very safe Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Drives
Everybody has their opinion I feel very safe the road is wide with wide pull offs. Safe to get out and take pictures. We like the view of the road coming from the south. I would be very careful of young kids as there are drop offs if out of the car at pull offs. EnjoySee more..
3.0Saltair Pavilion(25 reviews) - A Vestige of the Past Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
Unfortunately, this historic site is not often open to tourists. We wandered in through an open gate to discover the once elegant property is now the venue for late night concerts and raves. Don't detour off of I-80 thinking you'll get to stroll through history. Unless things change......right now you need to be young and half naked and eager to get wild until the sunrise to enjoy this venue.See more..
4.5Cub Creek Petroglyphs(25 reviews) - Some of the finest petroglyphs around. Points of Interest & Landmarks
This is a drive, but totally worth it. It’s just a few turns, a few miles in between each. The place is all but deserted and you have it to yourself. As I read up on the Fremont cultures of the Green river area, these are just fabulous examples.See more..
Close to Bluff town and to the famous Twin Rocks, we visited the Cow canyon trading post. We saw very fine traditional handicrafts made by local Navajo artists.See more..
4.516 Room Cliff House(19 reviews) - City In The Sky Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Used to visit here as a kid, but after swinging bridge got swept away I thought you couldn't access this anymore. Was very surprised that there is a way around and took my little family out there, and it is still one of the best indian ruins I have ever been to. you probably need an all wheel drive car to go here. We were in a truck.See more..
John Ford's Point if one of the most iconic and scenic spots in the Navajo Tribal Park in Monument Valley. It is one of the first places one reaches after heading out on the drive from the visitor centre, either by one's own car (during the permitted hours), or by tour. It was used during filming of westerns and it has sweeping views. There are also touristy things related to westerns there which one can pay for- photo ops, etc., including horses to hire for photos.See more..
3.5Great Salt Lake State Park(16 reviews) - Quick stop to view the lake Sunday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers
We were passing through and wanted to get a closer look at the lake. We went in the evening and could tell it was going to be a nice sunset. Pets allowed and you pay a $5 entrance fee. It was just ok. Pretty smelly and no one was swimming. Water levels seemed really low too. Worth a stop still.See more..
4.5Big Four Tractor(16 reviews) - Fun for farmers Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Big 4 Tractor is an important piece of Monticello Utah's farming history. In addition to the mechanized revolution that forever changed farming in America beginning in the 1850's with the development of new machines making the back breaking work of farming easier. Built in 1912, the Big 4 was initially designed for road work. Over time it was transferred between various dry farms in the area.See more..
4.0Dugway Geode Beds(14 reviews) - Thanks to "The Rugged Rockhound" Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
We were lucky enough to meet up "The Rugged Rockhound" from YouTube. He was very helpful in offering advice and actually ended up throwing several geodes are way when he hit a good area in the mounds. "The Rugged Rockhound also went on a walk with my wife and daughter to show them how to find surface buried geodes. Only a few other people showed up during the day. Some advice. If you are going during the summer time, show up early. It gets pretty hot around 12. We collected around 50 pounds of geodes. Can't wait to open them at homeSee more..
This is a location I just happen to see using Google Maps. It is a half hour drive east of Nephi. The drive up the mountain in itself is a wonderful view and experience. It is a small road with a lot of switchbacks. Watch out for small rocks and that ledge at the side of the road. There is a small parking spot at the very top with a picnic table. Just a 2 minute walk and you will be at the overlook. They call it the "Mini-Bryce Canyon", but I think I like this better than Bryce Canyon, being so close to the hoodoos.See more..
