Utah is home to some of America’s most stunning natural wonders, including majestic red rock formations and vast desert expanses.
While there are plenty of great activities to enjoy with children, it can sometimes be hard to know where to begin.
To help you plan out your next vacation, we put together a comprehensive guide to 12 fun things to do in the state.
Whether you’re looking to spend quality time outdoors or want to explore the city, we’ve got you covered.
- Sound and Light Show — Moab
What You’ll Experience
Get ready to experience one of the most unique light show experiences you’ve ever seen.
Enjoy the beauty of the night sky while watching the stars come alive with lights synchronized to music.
You’ll see amazing constellations, planets, shooting stars, and more.
This event takes place nightly throughout the summer months.
Recommended Ages
Children ages four and older are welcome on board.
- Clark Planetarium — Salt Lake City
What You’ll Experience
The Clark Planetarium is located inside the Natural History Museum of Utah.
This planetarium features a state-of-the-art digital projection system with over 30 million pixels and a high-definition laser light show.
Admission includes access to the museum.
The planetarium also offers daily tours of the night sky.
Guests are invited to view the stars and constellations through our state-of-the-art digital projection system. Tours start every 30 minutes beginning at 7 p.m.
Recommended Ages
Clark Planetarium offers daily programs for children ages 3–12, adults, families, and seniors.
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium — Draper
What You’ll Experience
The Loveland Living Planet Aquaria features four different habitats where you can explore the world around you, including Tropical Rainforest, Desert Oasis, River Journey, and Discovery Cove.
Each habitat offers unique experiences, allowing visitors to see how animals live in Utah.
Recommended Ages
Guests can enjoy free admission for kids age 3 and under, while parents can take advantage of discounts on food, drinks, merchandise, and activities.
- Sightseeing Tour — Bryce Canyon National Park
What You’ll Experience
The Bryce Canyon National Park is located just south of Zion National Park and offers visitors a chance to see one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders up close.
This is the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of Utah’s South Rim without having to deal with the crowds found at Zion National Park.
You’ll travel along scenic roads lined with towering pinnacles and colorful rock formations.
Recommended Ages
This sightseeing tour is perfect for everyone. From infants to seniors, it’s ideal for families and individuals alike.
Children need to be accompanied by adults.
- Rendezvous Beach — Laketown
What You’ll Experience
There are plenty of picnic tables and grills set up around the beach area.
You can rent paddle boards, kayaks, and snorkel gear for use during your trip.
Rentals cost $10 per hour. If you want to bring your dog, there are no restrictions. Dogs must remain on leashes while on the beach.
Recommended Ages
This beach offers something for everyone — including kids of all ages.
- Great Salt Lake State Park — Magna
What You’ll Experience
This park offers visitors over 2,600 acres of recreation, including hiking trails, camping sites, fishing spots, boat rentals, and swimming pools.
There are plenty of activities to keep children occupied while parents relax and enjoy some downtime.
Families can rent bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkel gear. They can even take advantage of the nearby boat rentals.
Recommended Ages
The park offers activities for children of all ages.
- iFly Utah — Ogden
What You’ll Experience
Feel the thrill of a sky-dive without the hassle of parachuting out of a plane.
There’s an ingeniously designed indoor wind tunnel that lifts you off the ground so you can experience an adrenaline rush you won’t soon forget.
You’re in good hands when you fly for the first time. Our instructors will get you ready for takeoff.
If you’re staying in Ogden and want to know where there are kid-friendly restaurants nearby, then iFly will help you out.
Recommended Ages
iFly is a perfect spot for teens, but kids as young as three years old are still allowed.
- Sunset UTV Tour with Zion National Park Views — Hurricane
What You’ll Experience
Zion National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the United States.
Its unique geography features towering sandstone cliffs, deep gorges, colorful hoodoos, and a stunning array of wildlife.
At sunset, you’ll stop at a designated viewing spot where you can watch the sunset over the canyon walls while enjoying food and beverages served up by our friendly crew.
Afterward, you’ll continue touring the park until dark. Then, you’ll head back to the hotel for dinner and overnight accommodations.
Recommended Ages
This family-friendly adventure is perfect for kids ages four and up.
- Zipline Utah — Heber
What You’ll Experience
Ziplines are thrilling, especially when you’re flying over trees and waterfalls. But what happens when you add three zip lines into one package?
You get the Zipline Utah experience.
This adventure takes place in the beautiful red rock scenery of Heber, Utah. With 3 ziplines ranging from 300 to 900 feet long, you’ll feel like you’re soaring over the wilderness.
Recommended Ages
Zip-line Utah offers rides for children as young as age 4, but the youngest riders must be accompanied by an adult.
- Cowabunga Bay Waterpark — Draper
What You’ll Experience
The beach theme continues inside the family-friendly facility, where there are plenty of shady areas perfect for cooling off.
There’s even a special play area designed just for little ones.
To keep kids entertained during the day, check out the wave pool and lazy river or go tubing down the waterslide.
For those who like to ride waves, there are four surfing simulators and three body boards.
Recommended Ages
It’s a great place for everyone to enjoy themselves. There aren’t any restrictions regarding age.
- Heber Valley Railroad — Heber
What You’ll Experience
With authentic locomotives pulled by skilled crews, you’ll experience the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and sensations of the golden age of railroading.
Your journey begins in Salt Lake City, Utah, where a steam train departs every hour on the half hour.
From there, you’re transported across the Rocky Mountains into the heart of the American West.
Recommended Ages
There’s something for everyone, including kids as young as 3 years.
- White Pocket Hiking Tour — Kanab
What You’ll Experience
Want to get into hiking? This hiking tour is beginner-friendly, and you won’t go far enough to require a permit.
There are no bathrooms at the beginning of the trail, so bring plenty of water.
If you plan to camp overnight, make sure you pack camping gear.
Recommended Ages
Great way to introduce your kids who are above five years as it’s easy on the legs.
