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Where to Book The Natural History Museum of Utah:
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The Natural History Museum of Utah showcases the awe-inspiring natural wonders of Utah, the history of Utah’s native tribes, and how Utah is one of the world’s richest dinosaur fossil areas. There are over 1.6 million objects to discover and immerse yourself in the captivating world of ecosystems, fascinating wildlife, and intriguing geological formations.
The museum takes you through time. You can start with the dinosaur exhibit, moving on to the geology of the region and how the Great Salt Lake was formed. You’ll find indigenous artifacts on display and exhibits on current Native communities in Utah.
Utah has the most complete dinosaur record in any area of the world, with some of the dinosaur finds near Salt Lake City estimated to be 230 million years old. For the best dinosaur experience, book a private tour of the Past Worlds gallery to get a behind-the-scenes peek inside the Paleo Prep Lab. You’ll be able to see the projects the paleontology team is currently working on within Utah.
The Great Salt Lake exhibit has interactive exhibits on Utah’s most unique feature, the Great Salt Lake. The Our Backyard exhibit has plenty of hands-on activities. There is a three-story indoor canyon. And when you finish all the inside exhibits, check out the museum’s observation deck for great views.
Start your museum visit on the top floor and work your way down. Plan to spend at least two to three hours at the Natural History Museum of Utah.
Things we like:
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The museum is family-friendly, with a lot of hands-on activities for kids
Things we don't like:
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The Natural History Museum of Utah is open to all but is geared toward older kids; there is not a lot to do for kids under five -
It can be crowded and noisy from children on school trips
Where to Book The Natural History Museum of Utah:
Viator
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Things we like:
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The museum is family-friendly, with a lot of hands-on activities for kids
Things we don't like:
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The Natural History Museum of Utah is open to all but is geared toward older kids; there is not a lot to do for kids under five
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It can be crowded and noisy from children on school trips
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