“I don’t know, what do you want to do?” Yeah I’ve said this a lot. Here are some of my favorite locations/restaurants/fun things to do in Utah! So many different activities from outdoor/indoor and a variety of stores and restaurants! Let’s connect if...
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Outdoor Activities
Great hike! Takes a couple hours and is intermediate. Beautiful waterfall at the end
Stewart Falls Trail
My FAVORITE national park to visit!! Delicate Arch is a classic hike and there are so many hikes and things to do here!
Arches National Park
Take a thermos of cocoa and walk the Silver Lake boardwalk right at sunrise. The mountains reflect perfectly in the lake, and it’s quiet enough to hear birds waking up. Best for slow mornings, reset days, and aesthetic photos!
Silver Lake Boardwalk | a Salt Lake Birdwatching areas Outdoors & ...
A super easy half-hour outing to let your toddler run around and look for animals. Grab a muffin from the bakery inside, stroll past the barns, and end at the duck pond!
Wheeler Historic Farm
Roll the windows down, put on your fav playlist, and drive from the mouth of the canyon to Brighton and back. The light hits different between 3–5 pm!
Big Cottonwood Canyon | a Salt Lake Scenic Drives Attractions in ...
Restaurants
The BEST Thai food I have ever had! Get their green curry with chicken, so good!
Silver Dish Thai Cuisine
Go here for all the yummy Indian food! Love the garlic naan and they give you a complementary mango lassi after your meal!
Tandoor Indian Cuisine- Provo
Other Food & Drinks
There’s like a million soda shops in Utah, but this one in my humble opinion is the best of them all. I always get The Other Wife which has Dr. pepper, blackberry + cream. Also ask for light ice! If you don’t like soda, the avocado vanilla smoothie i...
Sip-N Drinks & Treats
Lemon, key lime, peach, mango passion, etc. all flavors that they have had in this lemonade! It varies by season but they have classic lemon year round
Frosted Lemonade
A chocolate shop where you can try different flavors from around the world! Chill vibe, quiet, and kind of feels like a little hidden café. Good spot if you want something lowkey and different from the usual dessert places or gazillion cookie/soda sh...
Taste Artisan Chocolate
Arts & Entertainment
For be dance/ballet lovers like me, you MUST GO. The Nutcracker at Baller West is incredible and fun to go to around Christmastime.
The Nutcracker Ballet
LOVE Phantom of the Opera and it will be playing at the Eccles theater in Salt Lake City spring 2026!!
The Phantom of the Opera - Eccles Theater 2026
Especially good for cold days. It’s colorful, interactive, and super contained so you can relax and let your toddler explore
Treehouse Children's Museum
Local Favorites
Unique bookstore that sells books AND plants! Aesthetic atmosphere that has chill vibes. Love coming here with my friends for a lil book date.
Planted in Pages - BOOKS
Has things to do year round! Love the Jurassic Jungle and museum along with Luminaria and the tulip festival. Great for dates or taking your kids!
Thanksgiving Point
The CUTEST bookstore if you love to read! They even have a kids section/play area downstairs! I get all my books here. They also have other things like bookmarks/bookbags/kindle cases!
Poppy Books & Gifts
Actually sells mostly produce in comparison to other farmers markets in the area! All produce and food is so fresh. The peaches are divine ✨
Spanish Fork Farmer's Market: Last Saturday in July - October
Pre Loved is the CUTEST thrift boutique. think neutral basics, soft sweaters, trendy denim, etc. that look brand-new but without the huge price tag. The shop is bright and super organized. Perfect for finding unique pieces for styling, seasonal hauls...
Pre Loved Provo (Aesthetic Thrift Boutique)
Grab a cinnamon roll, walk the ponds, peek into the little shops, and feed ducks. Feels like a tiny storybook town! Also soo fun in the fall
Gardner Village
Fiesta Days is the cutest small-town summer celebration in Spanish Fork! Rodeos, food booths, live music, carnival lights, etc. Definitely go to the parade on the morning of the 24th and go try the Texas twister lemonade!
Fiesta Days
I literally go here to get all my snacks. Try the chili and lime rolled tortilla chips (like takis but BETTER just trust) ! I also love the juice shots to add into smoothies and their peppermint tea for when I want something nice to drink in the morn...
Trader Joe's
Hidden downstairs boutique with curated vintage + handmade jewelry. Feels indie and cool without being overwhelming!
The Collective Underground
Local artisan market with small-batch foods, candles, and craft goods. Super cute and fun!
Lemon & Sage Market
Unique bookstore that sells books AND plants! Aesthetic atmosphere that has chill vibes. Love coming here with my friends for a lil book date.