What to do and see in Utah, United States: The Best Gardens

December 1, 2021 Darleen Reid

Welcome to “The Greatest Snow on Earth” – Utah’s paradise for all outdoor enthusiasts! As host of the 2002 Winter Olympics, Park City knows how to entertain winter fun seekers. Snowboarders and skiers head for miles of spectacular slopes with deep fluffy powder and breathtaking mountain views. The Olympic Park provides family-friendly ski programs, rides and shows. Alta, Sundance, Snowbird and Brighton are other popular destinations for cross country and Alpine skiers. Those alluring snowy slopes turn to rolling wildflower fields in the summer. Golfing, fishing, horseback riding and water sports replace chilly outdoor sports adventures. Corral the family, pack a picnic and catch one of the ski lifts for an afternoon of hiking or mountain biking along scenic trails. Head to Salt Lake City, where Temple Square hosts millions of visitors a year. Bryce Canyon and Arches National Park are famous for surreal landscapes from horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters to unusual rock formations and hundreds of natural sandstone arches. Closer to home, wander along the quaint main streets of mountain villages to browse, shop and enjoy lunch at an outdoor café. At the end of the day, head home for an outdoor barbecue and an evening of games. Home rentals blend privacy, space and comfort with the cost-saving advantage of eating some meals at home.
Restaurants in Utah

1. Nielsens Grove Park

2000 Sandhill Rd, Orem, UT 84058 Orem, UT 84058, Orem, UT 84058-7558 +1 801-229-7110 http://www.orem.us/nielsens-grove-park---orem.html
Excellent
89%
Good
11%
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Nielsens Grove Park

2. Pioneer Heritage Gardens

525 N 100 E, Manti, UT 84642 +1 801-898-9933 http://www.pioneerheritagegardens.com
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Pioneer Heritage Gardens

3. Red Hills Desert Garden

Red Hills Pkwy, St. George, UT 84770 +1 435-673-3617 http://redhillsdesertgarden.com
Excellent
79%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
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5.0 based on 364 reviews

Red Hills Desert Garden

Reviewed By forrestkass - Littleton, United States

You have to stop if you are in the area. A meandering path next to a man-made stream highlights the diversity of plant life for the area. Beautifully kept, clean, and all the plants are tagged!

4. Temple Square

50 W North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150-9709 +1 801-531-1000 [email protected] http://www.templesquare.com
Excellent
65%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 5,021 reviews

Temple Square

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.

Reviewed By R5238KCsilviam

Short, informative tours are offered every few minutes in different languages and I highly recommend taking one. In addition to walking through the beautiful grounds with lovely flower beds, great architecture and art, we were able to enter the Tabernacle and listen to an organ concert.

5. Red Butte Garden

300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1214 +1 801-585-0556 [email protected] http://www.redbuttegarden.org/
Excellent
73%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 876 reviews

Red Butte Garden

Red Butte Garden is the largest botanical garden in the Intermountain West and, together with the University of Utah, is the state arboretum. The Garden has welcomed guests since 1985 and consists of over 21 acres of developed gardens and five miles of hiking trails winding through an extensive Natural Area. All just minutes away from downtown Salt Lake City. The Garden is renowned for plant collections, themed gardens, over 524,000 springtime blooms, gorgeous private rental spaces, a world-class summer concert series, and award-winning horticulture-based educational programs.

Reviewed By 508DavidB - Garland, United States

Beautiful gardens with a nice variety of plants and flowers along with great views of SLC. We got in free since we are members at the Dallas Arboretum and they have a reciprocal arrangement. So, not sure on the value.

6. St. George Temple

250 E 400 S, St. George, UT 84770-3623 +1 435-673-3533 [email protected] https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/details/st.-george-utah-temple?lang=eng
Excellent
76%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 919 reviews

St. George Temple

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.

Reviewed By amyrW6975GO - Salt Lake City, United States

Love it!! Beautiful!! Center of St George- beautiful visitors center to learn abt the temple and its history in the city. A must-see if in town!

7. Devil's Garden

Hole-in-the-Rock Road, Escalante, UT 84726 +1 435-644-4300 http://www.blm.gov/ut/st/en/fo/grand_staircase-escalante/Recreation/hiking___backpacking/Devils_Garden.html
Excellent
75%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
4%
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4.5 based on 386 reviews

Devil's Garden

Reviewed By mygoodwinfamily - Guatemala City, Guatemala

The hoo-doos are fun to explore and play on. There is a small arch that kids/teens can walk over. A fun place to play and have a picnic!

8. Ogden Botanical Gardens

1750 Monroe Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401-0600 +1 801-399-8080 http://ogdenbotanicalgardens.org/
Excellent
59%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Ogden Botanical Gardens

9. International Peace Gardens at Jordan Park

1060 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104-1515 +1 801-972-7860 http://internationalpeacegardens.org/
Excellent
43%
Good
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4.0 based on 53 reviews

International Peace Gardens at Jordan Park

Park honoring over 26 different countries in an attempt to foster peace and friendship among all countries.

10. Gilgal Gardens

749 E 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84102-2905 +1 801-972-7800 http://gilgalgarden.org
Excellent
33%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
5%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 173 reviews

Gilgal Gardens

Reviewed By Nerdy-Flirty

Really interesting sculptures and for being in the urban setting that it is, very peaceful and tranquil.

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