We always enjoy visiting the Natural History Museum of Utah. It opened up at this location in early 2012. This museum is extremely educational, and it is geared toward 6-12 year olds (and adults). As a fourth grade teacher, I was constantly saying, "Wow! My students need to see that!" There…
Gardner Village makes the holidays a lot of fun. Every season they have different displays that are FREE for families to walk around and enjoy. During Christmas season, you can see the Gardner Village Elves. The elves are set up all around the village for you to find. And the village…
If you really like Christmas lights, especially for FREE, you should visit Christmas Street in Taylorsville (see directions below). This is a residential street where neighbors have come together to recreate the famous poem, "Twas the Night Before Christmas." Most people drive down the street (be sure to turn off your…
Visiting the lights at Temple Square during Christmas time is a tradition for many in Utah. We love walking around the grounds and enjoying the holiday spirit in this beautiful place. After visiting a few times, we have gathered a few tips for visiting Temple Square Lights. We are excited to…
One of the first hikes that we tried at a family was Donut Falls. We have hiked this trail in summer and fall, and we love visiting this waterfall every time. Big Cottonwood Canyon is one of our favorite spots in Utah, and Donut Falls is a fun, family-friendly hike. Donut…
Hogle Zoo is definitely one of our favorite adventures to do year round in Utah. Hogle Zoo is located in Salt Lake, and it is a fabulous zoo. There are so many great exhibits, shows, and fun things to see and do. It is a fun adventure for all ages, especially…