Highest-rated things to do in Utah by visitors

When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape鈥攊t's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Utah your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Utah reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Utah using data from . Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Utah, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. Pioneer Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (553 reviews)
- City: St George
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#29. Kolob Canyons

- Rating: 4.7/5 (673 reviews)
- City: Zion National Park
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#28. Canyon Overlook Trail

- Rating: 4.8/5 (956 reviews)
- City: Zion National Park
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#27. Navajo Queens Garden Loop

- Rating: 4.9/5 (1,776 reviews)
- City: Bryce Canyon National Park
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#26. Cedar Breaks National Monument

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,300 reviews)
- City: Cedar City
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#25. Red Hills Desert Garden

- Rating: 4.8/5 (421 reviews)
- City: St George
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#24. Alpine Coaster

- Rating: 4.5/5 (600 reviews)
- City: Park City
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#23. City Creek Center

- Rating: 4.5/5 (669 reviews)
- City: Salt Lake City
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#22. Delicate Arch

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,935 reviews)
- City: Arches National Park
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#21. Hell's Revenge

- Rating: 4.9/5 (906 reviews)
- City: Moab
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#20. The Wave at Coyote Buttes

- Rating: 4.9/5 (348 reviews)
- City: Big Water
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#19. Bonneville Salt Flats

- Rating: 4.5/5 (640 reviews)
- City: Wendover
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#18. Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,538 reviews)
- City: Kanab
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#17. Antelope Island State Park

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,329 reviews)
- City: Syracuse Davis County
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#16. Salt Lake Tabernacle

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,365 reviews)
- City: Salt Lake City
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#15. Forrest Gump Point

- Rating: 4.6/5 (630 reviews)
- City: Mexican Hat
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#14. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,682 reviews)
- City: Zion National Park
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#13. Natural History Museum of Utah

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,598 reviews)
- City: Salt Lake City
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#12. Capitol Reef National Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,778 reviews)
- City: Capitol Reef National Park
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#11. Deer Valley Resort

- Rating: 4.7/5 (2,638 reviews)
- City: Park City
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#10. Canyonlands National Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (3,916 reviews)
- City: Moab
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#9. Temple Square

- Rating: 4.5/5 (5,075 reviews)
- City: Salt Lake City
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#8. Angel's Landing

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,999 reviews)
- City: Zion National Park
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#7. Dead Horse Point State Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (5,600 reviews)
- City: Moab
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#6. Big Cottonwood Canyon

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,175 reviews)
- City: Salt Lake City
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#5. Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (7,571 reviews)
- City: Monument Valley
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#4. Zion National Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (4,231 reviews)
- City: Zion National Park
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#3. The Narrows

- Rating: 4.9/5 (3,697 reviews)
- City: Zion National Park
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#2. Arches National Park

- Rating: 4.8/5 (11,077 reviews)
- City: Moab
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#1. Bryce Canyon National Park

- Rating: 4.9/5 (9,249 reviews)
- City: Bryce Canyon National Park
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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