Provo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Provo featuring street scenes, a small town or village and heritage elements
Provo featuring heritage architecture and château or palace
Provo
Provo which includes tranquil scenes and mountains
Provo which includes a castle, flowers and heritage architecture

Make the most of the beautiful landscape in a city nestled between a vast lake, a mountain range and waterfalls.

Provo is a family-friendly cultural centre full of parks and scenic countryside. The city is between Utah Lake and the foot of a mountain range in northwest Utah. Most of the buildings are quite low so many spots in the city have panoramic views of snow-capped mountains beyond the lake.

Explore the picturesque landscape around Utah Lake State Park. Stay the night at a campground and fish in the lake for panfish and catfish. Take a canoe out on the water with friends or family. Relax on a sailboat in the calm freshwater lake. Many woodland trails offer breathtaking views of the water.

Visit Bridal Veil Falls, just north of the city. Gaze up at the 607-foot (185-metre) waterfall. The kids can splash around in the basin at the foot of the falls. Hike along the scenic trails.

Go skating at the Peaks Ice Arena. Ice-skating lessons with a professional teacher are available for the kids. Watch a competitive game of ice hockey between one of the local teams and their rivals. This was a venue for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games.

Seven Peaks Waterpark, one of the largest of its kind in the state, is an ideal spot for a break from hot summer weather. Take a refreshing dip or sunbathe on the grass. Many restaurants in the complex provide a variety of lunch offerings.

Provo Canyon is a vast valley between Mount Timpanogos and Mount Cascade. Capture photos of the colourful views of mossy mountains. Visit The Shops at Riverwoods next to the canyon’s entrance, where you’ll find a collection of boutiques, cafés, restaurants and bars.

Provo is an oasis of family activity 40 miles (64 kilometres) south of Salt Lake City International Airport. Catch a shuttle bus or drive a rental car from the airport to Provo. Find endless adventures in the beautiful surroundings: a huge lake and mountainous countryside with waterfalls, rivers and canyons.

Where to stay in Provo

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East Bay

When in East Bay, you can plan a visit to East Bay Golf Course and Provo City Center Temple, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

East Bay
Provo featuring street scenes, a small town or village and heritage elements

Provo Central Business District

While there might not be top attractions in Provo Central Business District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Provo City Center Temple and Reed Smoot House.

Provo Central Business District
Utah Lake State Park which includes mountains, a garden and a lake or waterhole

Provo Bay

If you're spending some time in Provo Bay, Utah Lake State Park and Provo River are top sights worth seeing.

Provo Bay
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North Park

While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Provo River and Provo Pioneer Village.

North Park
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Carterville

Though Carterville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Provo River and LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Carterville
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River Bottoms

If you're spending some time in River Bottoms, Provo Beach Resort and Provo River are top sights worth seeing.

River Bottoms
Ramada by Wyndham Provo

Ramada by Wyndham Provo

2.5 out of 5
1460 S University Ave, Provo, UT
The price is AU$125 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$125
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Provo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,256 reviews)
"Internet works great. Room is good. Air conditioning unit works great. Very clean."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Provo
Hyatt Place Provo

Hyatt Place Provo

3 out of 5
180 W 100 North, Provo, UT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$207 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$207
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Provo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Has a frosted glass door to the bathroom which makes it hard with a family because the light bleeds into the rest of the room."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Provo
Best Western Plus Provo University Inn

Best Western Plus Provo University Inn

2.5 out of 5
1600 N Freedom Blvd, Provo, UT
The price is AU$142 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$142
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Provo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Overall good, staff helpful."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Provo University Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carriage House on the Stream • Hot Tub • Walk to Sundance • Mountain Cabins Utah

Carriage House on the Stream • Hot Tub • Walk to Sundance • Mountain Cabins Utah

Sundance
Stay at this cabin in Provo. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Handle Tow Ski Lift and Ray's Ski Lift are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"We had a perfect anniversary weekend staying at the carriage house! We loved the added touches, such as light music playing as we walked in. It really showed the owner cares about their guests’ experiences. Having two choices of fire pits on two included decks was so nice. We used those each night ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Carriage House on the Stream • Hot Tub • Walk to Sundance • Mountain Cabins Utah
Best Mountain View in Utah. Rustic ranch setting.

Best Mountain View in Utah. Rustic ranch setting.

Provo
Stay at this cabin in Provo. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Bridal Veil Falls and Slide Canyon Trailhead are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great Getaway
"My wife and I stayed here for our anniversary. It was just what we wanted. A nice cozy cabin in the mountains, but not difficult to get to. Neal was really friendly and helpful. The Cabin is so cool with a lot of cool little details. Rustic, with all the modern comforts. Highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Best Mountain View in Utah. Rustic ranch setting.
Provo Home! Close to BYU, Downtown Provo, 10 mins from Utah Valley University.

Provo Home! Close to BYU, Downtown Provo, 10 mins from Utah Valley University.

Provo
Stay at this vacation home in Provo. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Peaks Ice Arena and Splash Summit Waterpark are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"This property was perfect for our trip, we spent most of our time playing golf and exploring the area! Kitchen was great for the few meals we prepared, showers were hot, slept comfortably!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Provo Home! Close to BYU, Downtown Provo, 10 mins from Utah Valley University.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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