Location: Saratoga Springs
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The 10 Best Things to Do in Saratoga Springs, United States
Saratoga Springs is a city in Utah County, Utah, United States. The elevation is 4,505 feet. It is part of the Provo–Orem, Utah Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is a relatively new development along the northwestern shores of Utah Lake. It was incorporated on December 31, 1997 and has been growing rapidly since then. The population was 1,003 at the 2000 United States Census, while the 2009 estimates placed it at 16,125, making it one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities during this time period. The 2010 United States Census states population at 17,781, meeting expectations of growth despite the state of the economy. Saratoga Springs became a city in 2001.
Restaurants in Saratoga Springs
1. Sundance Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 191 reviews
Owned by Robert Redford and known for its film festival, Sundance is uncrowded and offers top-notch skiing and atmosphere.
Reviewed By greenjay1 - Williams, Arizona
There's a lot going on at Sundance in the summer. Concerts, mountain biking, hiking, zip line and scenic chair lift. We really enjoyed the chair lift ($15/person). Parking is free. All the staff in the shops and adventures were super polite and friendly. Waitress in the Foundry restaurant, not so much. Nice way to spend an afternoon or couple days.
2. Timpanogos Cave National Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 295 reviews
One of the sites in Utah for cave exploring.
Reviewed By Michael M - Corrales, New Mexico
Even though the path is paved, the hike up to the cave is challenging. Excited by opportunity to tour the three caves. Unfortunately, our tour guide was short on facts, history and anecdotes even though she said she had been giving cave tours since a teenager. Her knowledge of geology was very generalized. It was a bit of a disappointment to hike all that way only to have a mediocre tour guide. Hopefully, those of you who are reading this review will have better luck. Overall, Timpanogos Cave is worth the visit.
3. Thanksgiving Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 380 reviews
Thanksgiving Point offers an array of different activities including 55-acre gardens, Museum of Ancient Life, Mammoth Screen 3D theater, Water Tower Plaza, Harvest Restaurant, the Emporium, Farm Country and a 18-hole golf course.
Reviewed By Brooke M - Rexburg, Idaho, USA
We got the explorer pass which allows you to visit The museum of natural history, farm country, the museum of natural curiosity, and the gardens. In one day's time, we were only able to get to three of the four. We left for dinner and then went back. We probably could have gotten to everything if we ate on the premises. Our kids' age range from 13 to 4. Everyone had so much fun! Another review said it wasn't worth a drive, but I disagree. We drove down from Idaho and made a weekend out of it! Totally worth it. We all want to go back at some future point.
4. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4 based on 527 reviews
The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium highlights animal habitats in Utah waters, Earth's oceans and South American species. Learn about our interdependence with the fragile ecosystems of our planet through entertaining, interactive educational exhibits and programs.
Reviewed By magicmomentfamily - Wyoming
Since we come from out of town, this place is the perfect opportunity for a day trip. Honestly, if you've been to larger city aquariums, you're not going to find this one equally grand. However, it is a lovely aquarium given the location. It has...MoreHello, Thank you for your review and feedback. We're glad you and your family enjoyed the Aquarium and the otters and penguins! Mika Miller, Marketing Coordinator
5. Hale Center Theater Orem
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Ron B - Orem, Utah
Yes it is home grown. Yes it is a small theatre in the round. And YES it is better than Broadway! Yup, been to great theaters in NY, Houston, Portland, San Francisco, Austin, Moscow, Dar es Salaam, Salt Lake and Provo so as an ordinary guy I️ feel I know what I’m talking about when I️ say the Orem Hale is truly the best. We saw Hello Dolly. Best stage performance of this classic that we have seen. Amazing skills, voices, and choreography. You want the best in theatre, it’s right here in Orem.
6. The Ranches Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Bigredmachine
In our attempt to play every golf course in the state of Utah, the Ranches Golf Course was number 97th. We rate it 4 out of 5 base on the following criteria listed in order of importance to us:
⛳️Greens and Bunkers:
You can tell a lot about a golf course base on how they take care of their greens and sand bunkers: greens were in good condition for Late summer. They were firm with medium speed and easy to read. Sand bunkers were in good shape, but many needed to be raked. It appears that the greenskeepers work to maintain the course, however there seems to be a lot of players here that do not repair their ball marks on the greens, rake the sand or fix divots in the fairways.
Course Design:
This is a links style course on rolling hills with little in the way of trees. They have five sets of tees that plays from 7050 to 5287 yards, so it can accommodate a variety of skill levels. It has a nice variety of holes, with some very challenging short par fours. Many of the holes are lined by houses. This is not a walker friendly course; holes are spread out and there are a few steep climbs.
Pace and of Play:
We play in the afternoon on a weekday and the course was almost empty, so pace of play was fantastic. However, the fellow working the cars said that play is usually slow on the weekends.
Clubhouse Staff:
All the Staff here were friendly and helpful and made us feel that our business was valued. They gave us the residence rate of $42 with cart.
7. Coconut Cove
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Rodney J
I had a surprise 70th birthday party at Coconut Cove. It was wonderful. While we adults talked, the grandchildren had an unforgettable experience playing on the abundant indoor playground equipment. My grandchildren loved it.
At every party the question arises, "How are you going to keep the children entertained?" Well Coconut Cove solves the problem for you. My grandchildren still talked about how much fun they had at my birthday party. I plan on having my next birthday party there also.
8. Israel Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Susan M - Maui, Hawaii
We didn't go shooting although we could hear someone shooting in the distance, we went to hike. We didn't follow a trail we bushwhacked our way up a very steep mountain to find beautiful views! Today was cloudy and rainy, so, of course, we were caught in a downpour on the way down, soaked and laughing, trying to avoid the very large spiders on most of the scrubby bushes!
9. Alpine Trail Rides
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Angie H - Salt Lake City, Utah
TWO THUMBS UP! This was the best horseback riding experience I've ever had. Dave McConnell was very attentive to the beginners in our group and also provided a little extra fun for those of us who were more experienced. I highly recommend Alpine Trail Rides to tourists visiting Utah or to those who have lived here for years and need a little reminder of the beauty that surrounds us. Thanks again for an amazing adventure, Dave! We'll be back soon!
10. Museum of Natural Curiosity
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
With more than 400 interactive experiences, you can choose a new adventure each time you visit the Museum of Natural Curiosity®. In Rainforest, explore the ancient ruins and chambers, crawl inside the 45-foot-tall monkey head, and pretend to fly the Piper Cub. At Water Works, explore science with water, wind, sun, and earth, or go to the Discovery Garden to learn about nature and the six simple machines in the Archimedes Playground. You can even explore the town of Kidopolis, where you’ll discover secret passageways and perform tricks at the magic shop. For more educational opportunities, visit the exhibit in the Innovation Gallery or take a class in one of the Dickson Academy classrooms. The options are endless for all curious minds at the Museum of Natural Curiosity.
Reviewed By Locagirl1 - Farmington, New Mexico
I wanted to come here because of the head thing where you can only see your head and your body is missing but it was out of service. My kid had fun I like the Waterworks part of it. The fish were cool. We were only here for about an hour and a half we were just killing time we had passes it was okay will have to come back when we have more time and money for my kid to do the Canopy Tours
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