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11 Things To Do In Utah When You Thought You’ve Done Everything

Discover 11 unique and surprising activities to do in Utah, from sand dunes to simulated space missions.

Updated Jul 25, 2023

Written by 

Catherine Armstrong

If you've lived in Utah very long, you probably think you've seen everything there is to see and done everything there is to do. It's my job to dig up unique things to do in Utah, and I've written about several you might have never tried. Here are 11 of the best things to do in Utah that might surprise you!

1. Stroll along a sand dune.

Sunrise over golden sand dunes, with rippled patterns and a serene landscape in the background.
Tripadvisor/dgs311
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2. Visit a secret speakeasy.

A cozy bar interior with wooden tables, dim lighting, and a balcony adorned with decorations.
Flickr/Todd Barnard

It only makes sense that you'd find a secret hideaway for liquor in Utah. Our state is full of speakeasies, in fact, which make for fun nights out!

3. Drive for 107 miles without seeing a single strip mall.

A scenic view of red rock formations and winding roads under a cloudy sky in a desert landscape.
Don Graham/flickr

Take the drive from Salina to Green River along I-70, and you won't find so much as a single gas station. What you will find are some seriously stunning views. This Utah road trip is one of our favorites!

4. Take a ghost tour.

A black bus with green underglow lights parked on a street, advertising ghost tours.
Grimm Ghost Tours/Facebook

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, Grimm Ghost Tours will take you on the tour of a lifetime. You'll get to play with their cool gadgets, and tour some spooky, historic buildings.

5. Stop at this roadside attraction for an unexpected surprise.

A unique rock formation with an archway, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.
Moqui Cave/Facebook
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6. Go surfing.

Two surfers ride artificial waves on a FlowRider in a recreational facility, with a spectator watching nearby.
Flowrider Utah/Facebook

You don't need an ocean to learn to surf in Utah - just head to Flowrider in Ogden. At this awesome attraction, they'll give you a lesson and let you hang 10 for an hour. Surf's up, dude!

7. Learn to cook like a pro.

A group of people in a cooking class, preparing food in a modern kitchen with various utensils and equipment.
Salt Lake Culinary Center/Facebook

Spend an evening at the Salt Lake Culinary Center, where they'll teach you to cook something delicious and then let you eat it.

8. Watch wild horses running free.

A group of horses galloping across a snowy landscape with mountains in the background.
Bureau of Land Management/flickr
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9. Hop on a bobsled and race down the track at 65 mph.

A blue bobsled with four athletes speeds down an icy track, surrounded by Olympic branding.
Utah Olympic Park/Facebook

Just like the Olympians, you can ride a bobsled at the Utah Olympic Park. OK... maybe not exactly like an Olympian... but you can give it your best shot.

10. Make music at an outdoor park in Moab.

A colorful outdoor playground with musical instruments, swings, and trees under a clear blue sky.
The Amators/Tripadvisor

The Moab Rotary Park has tons of percussion instruments, and its accessible to everyone. Experiment with these fun outdoor instruments and make some sweet music.

11. Go on a space mission.

Futuristic control center with multiple screens displaying data and a logo, illuminated by blue lighting.
Telos Discovery Space Center/Facebook

If you've ever wanted to take a trip to outer space, this might be your best bet. The Telos Discovery Space Center in Orem, Utah, has two simulated space ships and a special mission just for you and your friends.

Do you agree that these are some of the most unique places in Utah? What do you want to try first? Tag someone in the comments to see if they'll come along!

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