Provo

The LDS (Mormon) church dominates here, and many businesses (including some gas stations) are closed on Sunday. Provo is also considered one of the most right-leaning, politically "conservative" communities in the USA, although BYU and UVU students add some political variety. BYU students are not required to practise the Mormon faith, but are required to abide by the Mormon code of conduct (no premarital sex, no consumption of tea, coffee or alcohol) while enrolled at the university.
On BYU campus, nearly all campus services are closed Tuesdays between 11AM and noon due to weekly campus devotionals and forums.
The main area code in Provo is 801, but because the area served by 801 is also served by a second area code (385), the area code must be dialed along with the local number.

By plane

The most common way to get to Provo is to fly into Salt Lake City (SLC), and drive or catch a shuttle from the airport. The drive follows I-15 and usually takes between 45 minutes and an hour, but can take up to an hour and a half during heavy traffic; for better traffic conditions, travelers can take I-215 through the Salt Lake Valley until it connects to I-15, then take I-15 to Provo.
Allegiant Air offers twice-weekly flights between Provo Airport (PVU), and Mesa, Arizona.

By bus

You can take the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus and light rail system from northern Utah and Salt Lake City into Provo, but scheduling is limited. In addition to that, public transportation in Provo is mostly on a 30-minute or hourly schedule, although some routes have 15-minute service, so plan your transit schedule carefully.
Route 550 runs between the Salt Lake City airport parking garage and Salt Lake Central Station about every half-hour. From there, you can transfer to FrontRunner to get to Provo. Below are some options. For bus rides, always check the UTA website for detours and schedule changes. With the implementation of FrontRunner, express buses from Salt Lake City have been canceled.

• Weekdays, you may take the southbound TRAX line to the Sandy City Transit Center. From here you may Transfer to the 811 Bus Route (Utah Valley Trax Connector) that will deliver you to the Lehi Intermodal Center. From there you may board the Southbound FrontRunner train to Provo. This option will take about two hours.

Greyhound also stops in Provo (124 N 300 W). Provo is a stop on the routes from Salt Lake, Las Vegas, and Grand Junction.

By train

Amtrak serves Provo with the California Zephyr, which runs daily between Emeryville (in the San Francisco Bay Area) and Chicago. The train platform (PRO) is at 600 S 300 W and has no services.
FrontRunner is a commuter rail service that connects Provo to major cities along the Wasatch Range, including; Orem, American Fork, Lehi, Draper, South Jordan, Murray, Salt Lake City, Woods Cross, Farmington, Layton, Clearfield, Roy, Ogden and Pleasant View. The train averages 79 miles per hour and the time from Provo to Salt Lake City is 55 minutes. Many stations are intermodal and connect to other Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus lines and Trax. The Fronrunner/UTA Intermodal station is located at 690 South Freedom Boulevard.

By car

I-15, which connects Las Vegas and Salt Lake City, runs through the western half of Provo. By car, Provo is about 45 minutes from Salt Lake City, 6 hours from Las Vegas, and 8 hours from Denver (on Highway 6/I-70). Take I-15 exit 263 for south Provo; exit 265 for downtown (east) or Utah Lake (west); exits 265 and 271 for north Provo and Riverwoods, via Orem; and exit 272 for Provo Canyon, via Orem.
There is heavy construction on I-15 as the freeway is being redeveloped. Slow down, watch for construction workers, and expect delays. From the north, taking State St (from exit 279) through American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, and Orem is often (but not always) a viable surface-street alternative to the freeway.

UTA operates a bus system throughout parts of Provo and Orem, but service in the rest of Utah County is sparse when compared to Salt Lake County. New cycling paths are being built throughout the city. Cars are the main method of transportation. Parking is generally easy to find except on the Brigham Young University campus (although permit parking generally opens up to the public in the evenings).
Car rentals are available at the Salt Lake City airport and in various places in Provo. Several car rental agencies are listed here.

• Enterprise Rent-a-Car

  phone: +1 801 377-7100
  address: 485 S University Ave.
  M-F 7:30AM-6PM, Sa 9AM-noon.

• Avis Rent-a-Car

  phone: +1 801 494-1529
  address: 1200 Towne Centre Blvd
  M-F 8AM-6PM, Sa 8AM-2PM, Su 12PM-4PM.
• Hertz Car Rental, 101 West 100 North (Provo Marriott), +1 801 404-0931. M-F 8AM-4PM.

The majority of Provo's streets follow a grid layout. The city limits between Provo and Orem are often unmarked and unclear. When following directions and finding addresses, take care that you are in the correct city. Many newer road signs indicate the city next to the street address. Also, there are two major streets named "University": University Avenue, which runs through Provo from north to south, and University Parkway (often called simply "Parkway" or the "Diagonal") which runs through both Provo and Orem.

• Bridal Veil Falls607-foot waterfall in Provo Canyon that is popular with cyclers and hikers. The waterfall is viewable from the road and a viewing station. A short bike/walking trail leads to the bottom of the falls. The middle level of the falls can be reached via a short but steep trail.

• Brigham Young University (BYU)

  phone: +1 801-422-3257
  address: 1 N University Avenue (general location
  Visit Brigham Young University campus. (Campus map) Begin at the Visitors' Desk in the Hinckley Center (North Campus Drive) for an overview and for a guided golfcart tour, if desired. Art galleries at the Museum of Art and Harris Fine Arts Center. Education in Zion exhibit at the Joseph Fielding Smith Building, and other exhibits and events at the Harold B. Lee Library. Food and venues at the Wilkinson Student Center, where the BYU Bookstore is located.

• BYU Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum

  phone: +1 801-422-5051
  address: 645 E 1430 N
  Life science museum featuring taxodermied animals in their natural habitats. Very large collection of animals from all over the world, including unusual ones such as a liger (cross between a tiger and a lion), a giant grizzly bear, and a huge elephant named Humphrey. Public shows, which usually include live animals, offered weekdays at 7:30PM and Saturdays at 1PM and 3PM, in the atrium. Children's classes for ages 5-12 ("Saturday Safari") offered on Saturdays in the summer.

• BYU Museum of Art

  phone: +1 801-422-8287
  address: North Campus Dr
  Museum of art featuring rotating, world-class exhibits, in addition to a permanent collection. Audioguides and docent-led tours available. The Museum Cafe offers lunch onsite (11:30AM-2PM). Next door is the Harris Fine Arts Center, which features galleries of student art. Close by is also the Harold B. Lee Library, which features art and historical exhibits on the 1st and 3rd floors.

• BYU Museum of Paleontology

  phone: +1 801-422-3680
  address: 1683 N Canyon Rd
  Small but well-kept museum featuring dinosaur fossils, including a top-rated Jurassic Period exhibit. The fossils in this museum were previously kept in storage beneath the football stadium.

• BYU Museum of Peoples and Cultures

  phone: +1 801-422-0020
  address: 700 N 100 E
  Very small but award-winning museum focusing on cultural anthropology. Regularly features exhibits about Native American cultures, but also features other cultures.

• Crandall Historical Printing Museum

  phone: +1 801-377-7777
  address: 275 E Center St
  Impressive museum featuring a replica of the Gutenburg Press, other historical presses, a model 5 Linotype, and old publications. Individual and group tours are available by appointment.

• Downtown

  address: 1 W Center St
  Incredible collection of historic architecture, and an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops. Downtown Provo is also home to several major employers, including NuSkin International. The LDS Church has converted a historic burned-out Tabernacle to a LDS Temple (see separate listing below).

• Historic Provo Walking TourThere are a number of interesting historical buildings, including the County Courthouse (151 S University Ave) and the Provo City Center Temple (50 S University Ave), a restoration of the old Provo Tabernacle which burned down in December 2010. A self-guided tour booklet our historical houses and other buildings is available at the Provo City Library (550 N University Ave; ask at the first-floor reference desk) or at the Utah Valley Visitors Center (111 S University Ave).

• Museum of Mormon History of the Americas

  address: 1501 N Canyon Rd
  Small extension of the Museo de Historia del Mormonismo en Mexico. Covers history of the Mormons in Mexico, mostly through replicas of period newspapers in Spanish and English, but a few relics are included. Worth it to se the old church relics and original copies of the Book of Mormon in Spanish, but otherwise probably only interesting for those particularly interested in Mormons and Mexico. Not recommended for children.

• Provo Pioneer Museum & Pioneer Village

  phone: +1 801-852-6609
  address: 500 N 500 W
  Large collection of pioneer artifacts and history. Museum run by the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers (DUP). Recreated Pioneer Village next door run by the Sons of Utah Pioneers (SUP) (Jun-Aug: M 5-8PM, Tu-F 4-7PM, Sa 1-4PM).

• Utah State Hospital Museum

  phone: +1 801 344-4635 or +1 801 344-4254
  address: 1300 E Center St
  Small museum that chronicles the history and methods of the Utah State Hospital (a mental health hospital operating since 1885). The buildings elsewhere on the hospital campus are notable for their architecture, including a "castle" built in the 1930s by the Works Progress Administration (you must receive permission to visit the castle; ask at the museum for information about how to do that).

• Wasatch MountainsHiking, camping, and skiing are just some of the popular activities in the beautiful Wasatch Range located just east of the city. There is also a popular scenic drive called the Alpine Loop (May-Oct, free) that circles Mount Timpanogos via Provo Canyon (US-189) and American Fork Canyon (Highway 94).

• Provo Utah Temple (LDS)

  phone: +1 801-375-5775
  address: 2200 Temple Hill Dr
  The Mormon temple, dedicated in 1969, is located on top of a hill overlooking Provo. Because of its unique shape, the temple is sometimes called a "rocket ship." The spire was painted white (it was formerly a golden color) and the statue of Moroni added in the 2000s. Only Mormons who hold a permit known as a "temple recommend" are allowed inside the temple, but the beautifully tended grounds with their seasonal flowers and fountains are open to all. Make sure to walk around the back side of the temple for more flowers and a lovely view of Utah Valley.

• Provo City Center Temple (LDS)

  address: 50 S. University Ave
  The Mormon temple, dedicated in March 2016, is located in downtown Provo. The site used to house the Provo Tabernacle, a combined meeting house and community center built in 1898, but a 2010 fire destroyed the interior and roof, with only the outer walls left standing. The LDS Church chose to preserve the outer walls, restore the original exterior, and convert the interior into the city's second temple. As with all LDS temples, only church members with "temple recommends" are allowed inside the temple, but the surrounding grounds are open to all.

• America's Freedom Festival at Provo

  phone: +1 801-818-1776
  Large festival held every year around the 4th of July. Features the Stadium of Fire, Grand Parade, Balloon Fest, Freedom Days (vendor stalls and carnival rides), Colonial Days, and other activities and events.

• Seven Peaks Waterpark Provo

  phone: +1 801 307-4386

• BYU Arts Performances

  phone: +1 801 422-4322
  address: N Campus Dr
  BYU hosts a ton of plays, concerts, and other performances each year. There's something going on most nights of the week. Performances are generally held at the Harris Fine Arts Center. Check the website for scheduling and tickets.

• BYU Cougars (athletics)

  phone: +1 801 422-2981
  address: Ticket office: 500 E University Pkwy
  BYU is a member of the West Coast Conference (WCC) for most sports. A few of its teams have affiliations outside the WCC. Most notably, the football team is "independent" (i.e., not affiliated with any conference). There's always a sports team playing. Check the website for scheduling and tickets. Home basketball games are played at the Marriott Center (1497 N 450 E); home football games are played at LaVell Edwards Stadium (1700 N Canyon Rd). The BYU Legacy Hall (athletics museum and hall of fame) is housed in the Student Athlete Building (1060 N 150 E, M-Sa 7AM-9PM, +1 801-422-2118, free).

• BYU Planetarium

  phone: +1 801-422-5396
  address: Room 465, Eyring Science Center, BYU
  Planetarium offering shows for the public. Reservations may be made online. (Campus map)

• BYU International Cinema

  phone: +1 801-422-3529
  address: Room 250, Spencer W. Kimball Tower, BYU
  Shows foreign and classic films four days per week in a large auditorium. Tickets not required. See website for weekly schedule (showing times usually provided two weeks in advance). (Campus map)

• ComedySportz

  phone: +1 801-377-9700
  address: 36 W Center St
  Interactive live comedy show downtown since 1999. Schedule of shows and tickets available at their website. Some shows not open for reservation. Family appropriate.

• Covey Center for the Arts

  phone: +1 801-852-7007
  address: 425 W Center St
  Plays, concerts, events, and an art gallery downtown. Check the website for the schedule and tickets.

• Fat Cats

  phone: +1 801-373-1863
  address: 1200 N University Ave
  Bowling alley and game center, including traditional arcade games and billiards. Attached to the alley is Costa Vida, a Mexican restaurant.

• Golf Reserve at East Bay

  phone: +1 801 373-6262
  address: 1860 S E Bay Blvd (380 E)
  Public golf course in the wetlands of south Provo close to Utah Lake. Open Sundays.

• Hike the 'Y'A giant concrete Y towers over Provo from "Y Mountain." The zigzagging hike to the Y is relatively easy and takes most people about 45 minutes each way (although if those recently at lower elevations may wish to plan on more time). Once at the Y, you have a lovely view over Utah Valley and Utah Lake. (Another trail leads south from the Y to the peak of Y Mountain.) The hike itself is exposed with little shade, so plan accordingly when hot. The trail is particularly popular with BYU students. Facilities available at trailhead.

• Rock CanyonA rugged canyon popular with students, families, hikers, and rock climbers alike. The main trail is very easy, but leads off to other more difficult trails, such as one to the top of Squaw Peak. The mouth of the canyon also connects to Bonneville Shore Trail, which follows the base of the Wasatch Mountains.

• Seven Peaks Waterpark

  phone: +1 801-373-8777
  address: 1330 E 300 N
  Largest waterpark in Utah with waterslides, a wave pool, and other water attractions. Charge for parking ($5/day or $3 after 4PM).

• Utah Lake State Park

  phone: +1 801-375-0731
  address: 4400 W Center St
  Located directly west of Provo, Utah Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Utah. Popular fishing, boating, parasailing, and camping destination. The Utah Lake Marina is a lovely place at sunset and borders on a marsh with wild birds. Two long jetties reach out into the lake, giving a spectacular view of the valley. Caution: Utah Lake is shallow and very biologically active, meaning that it can sometimes be smelly and algae heavy and often washes up dead fish. Boaters should be wary of windy conditions, as wind can stir up high waves due to the shallow waters. Entrance to the state park is supposedly $9/vehicle or $2/person or bike, but the entrance booth is often closed and sightseers can usually walk in free, particularly during the off season.

• Utah Valley SymphonyUtah Valley's symphony since 1959. Usually gives concerts on Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Covey Center for the Arts. Check the website for scheduling; tickets can be purchased through the Covey Center.

• Mount TimpanogosLocated to the north of Provo, Mount Timpanogos is a very prominent and well-known landmark across the Wasatch Range. It rises to an impressive elevation of 11,752 ft (3,582 m). It is the location of one of the few permanent snowfields in Utah, and is also the location of several breathtaking, scenic, and popular hikes.

• Go skiing in the winter or mountain biking in the summerAt Sundance or alternatively just look at the various art on display.

• Fish the Provo riverA good place is at Nunn's Park right across from Bridal Veil Falls in Provo Canyon.

• Velour Live Music GalleryOne of Provo's gems. The venue is a mandatory stop for artists from Utah's (surprisingly healthy) local-music scene, and touring artists often sidestep Salt Lake City clubs to play here. A full calendar of shows is available on the venue's website.

• Pedal Provo Ghost Tour

  phone: +1 385-312-0456
  This is a great way to see the city in a spookier way. It's a glimpse into Provo's slightly darker history. Think of it more as a fun bike ride to historical places and hearing good ghost stories. It makes a great date night or activity for anyone. The tours are seasonal (March through November) and only happen on Friday and Saturday night. They also rent bikes. Visit website for tour dates and to buy tickets. $10-16

• Peaks Ice Arena

  phone: +1 801-852-7465
  address: 100 N Seven Peaks Blvd

• Provo Towne Centre

  phone: +1 801 852-2400
  address: 1200 Towne Centre Blvd
  Indoor shopping mall in south Provo. Home to more than 100 retailers and a Cinemark 16 movie theater. Department stores are Dillard's, JC Penney, and Sears. Smaller retailers include clothes and shoe stores, jewelers, and cosmetics. Food court hosts Panda Express, Osaka Japan, Villa Pizza, Subway, McDonald's, Pretzel Maker, Hot Dog on a Stick, Orange Julius, and Sub Zero Ice Cream. Wingers and Red Robin restaurants also on the outside of the mall. Play areas for children are available.

• Shops at Riverwoods

  phone: +1 801 802-8430
  address: 4801 N University Ave
  Chic outdoor shopping center in north Provo. Home to a number of restaurants, including Bajio, Happy Sumo, La Jolla Groves, Malawi's Pizza, Tucano's Brazilian Grill, Shoots, and Subway. Other stores include 3B Yoga (yoga studio with a cafe and boutique), Bath & Body Works, Called to Surf (a surfing store), Soel Boutique, and Blickenstaff's (a toy store). Next door are the Carmike Wynnsong movie theater and the Provo Beach Resort (featuring bowling, simulated golf, a ropes course, and the Flowrider, a simulated wave for surfing and boogeyboarding).

• Downtown ProvoIt's being revitalized. Nevertheless, there are still a few interesting and unique shops downtown, made more attractive by their 1880-1910 architecture.

• Quilted Bear

  phone: +1 801 343-3770
  address: 1221 S University Ave
  Store that features stalls for local crafters and vendors to sell their home décor items and handmade crafts. One of the unique gems of northern Utah.

• Cherry Lane Boutique

  phone: +1 801 373-1545
  address: 515 N University Ave
  An eccentric gift and keepsake boutique housed in the historic BYU Women's Gymnasium, across from the Provo Library (formerly Brigham Young Academy).

• BYU Bookstore

  address: southwest corner of Wilkinson Student Center (WSC)
  Large campus bookstore also offering sweets, art, and BYU/Provo souvenirs. Particularly significant for its large collection of foreign language children's books (located downstairs). Also an outlet for LDS Distribution Services.

• Deseret Industries

  phone: +1 801 373-7920
  address: 1415 N State St
  The ultimate thrift store. You can buy anything here: clothes, kitchenware, books, knickknacks, electronics. The place is a ginormus gold mine. The store is also a vocational rehabilitation facility and donates some items to humanitarian causes around the world.

Listed below are notable restaurants within Provo city limits, but there are many good restaurants in Orem that are easily accessible.

Budget

• Burgers Supreme

  phone: +1 801 373-5713
  address: 1796 N University Pkwy
  A locally owned burger restaurant that offers more than just burgers. They also have all sorts of sandwiches, salads, ice cream, and sides like "Zucchini Stix" and taquitos.

• Cafe Rio

  phone: +1 801-375-5133
  address: 2250 N University Parkway
  Mexican chain started in Utah and popular with students.

• Café Zupas

  phone: +1 801-377-7687
  address: 408 W 2230 N
  Soup, salads, and sandwiches.

• Guru's

  phone: +1 801-375-4878
  address: 45 E Center St
  Chic and creative cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Often offers live music in the evenings.

• J-Dawgs

  phone: +1 801-373-3294
  address: 858 N 700 E
  It used to be a hotdog stand on the corner. J-Dawgs has expanded to its own restaurant and offers gourmet hotdogs. Known for its Polish hotdogs and "special sauce." Very popular with BYU students.

• Kneader's

  phone: +1 801-812-2200
  address: 295 W 1230 N
  Bakery offering sandwiches and treats. Known for its all-you-can eat cinnamon French toast and sourdough pancakes.

• Nicolitalia Pizzeria

  phone: +1 801-356-7900
  address: 2295 N University Parkway
  One of the many pizzerias in Provo. Owned by a guy from Arlington, MA (you can ask him to call out your order in his Boston accent).

• Sam Hawk

  phone: +1 801-377-7766
  Excellent Korean restaurant owned by a local family.

• SLABpizza

  phone: +1 801-377-3883
  address: 669 E 800 N
  Really big slices of really great pizza. Just south of BYU campus. Popular with BYU students and locals alike.

• Station 22

  phone: +1 801-607-1803
  address: 22 W Center St
  A chic, modern American cafe.

Mid-range

• Bombay House

  phone: +1 801-373-6677
  address: 463 N University Ave
  Authentic Indian restaurant in downtown Provo, started by a BYU student from India. Well known for its naan and lassis.

• Brick Oven

  phone: +1 801-374-8800
  address: 111 E 800 N
  Brick Oven has been a staple of BYU students and Utah County residents for decades. Known for their pizza and homemade rootbeer. Located near BYU campus.

• Gloria's Little Italy

  phone: +1 801-805-4913
  Family-run Italian restaurant in downtown.

• La Dolce Vita

  phone: +1 801-373-8482
  address: 61 N 100 E
  Family-owned Italian restaurant operating in Provo since 1984. Featuring Napoli (Naples) cuisine.

• Los Hermanos

  phone: +1 801-375-5732
  address: 71 E Center St
  Well-known local Mexican restaurant in downtown.

• Tucanos Brazilian Grill

  phone: +1 801-224-4774
  address: 4801 N University Avenue #790
  Brazilian grill famous for its quantity and quality of meats, both mundane and unusual. Skewers are brought directly to the table where sizzling portions are sliced onto diners' plates.

• Shoots

  phone: +1 801-225-0445
  address: 4801 N University Avenue #820
  Chinese restaurant in the Shops at Riverwoods.

• Thai Ruby

  phone: +1 801-375-6840
  address: 744 E 820 N
  Thai restaurant just south of BYU campus.

Treats

As a college town, Provo has a large number of places to get family and "date night" treats. In addition to the standard chains (Coldstone, Baskin Robbins, Dairy Queen, Jamba Juice), here are some local favorites.

• BYU Creamery

  phone: +1 801-422-2663
  address: 1209 N 900 E
  BYU's famous ice cream. The main location has a burger grill (11AM-9PM). The creamery has an outlet in the CougerEat cafeteria in the Wilkinson Student Center on BYU campus called Sugar & Spice. Other notable outlets include the Wyview Creamery (1990 W 400 N, M-Sa 7AM-midnight) and the CSC (just south of the BYU Conference Center and slightly northeast of the Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum, M-F 8AM-7PM, Sa 9AM-7PM). Many vending machines on campus also sell cups of BYU Creamery cookies & cream ice cream.

• Cocoa Bean Cupcake Cafe

  phone: +1 801-356-9493
  address: 1774 N University Pkwy
  As the name implies, gourmet cupcakes. Schedule of cupcake flavors available on the website.

• Macey's

  phone: +1 801-356-3216
  address: 1400 N State St
  Although Macey's is a grocery store, they serve huge soft-serve cones for a very cheap price. When you walk in, head back to the right towards the bakery/deli and order your ice cream at the counter.

• Malt Shoppe

  phone: +1 801-373-5295
  address: 1290 N University Ave
  Ice cream and malt shakes. A retro classic, but a little on the grubby side.

• Spoon It Up

  phone: +1 801 373-0028
  address: 700 E 820 N
  Self-serve frozen yogurt just south of BYU campus and part of South End Market.

• Sub Zero

  phone: +1 801 375-0104
  address: 1774 N University Pkwy
  Ice cream made with cryogenics right in front of your eyes. Very cool to watch and pretty tasty to eat, too. Sub Zero also has an outlet inside the Provo Towne Centre food court (1200 Towne Centre Blvd, 801 494-0988, open until 9PM).

• Sweet Tooth Fairy

  phone: +1 801 375-3484
  address: 1227 S University Ave
  Gourmet bake shop featuring cookies, cakes, brownies, cupcakes, and more.

• Yummie's Frozen Custard

  phone: +1 801 852-2401
  address: 1200 Towne Centre Blvd

• ABG's

  phone: +1 801-373-1200
  address: 190 W Center St
  Bar, mainly serving beer. Live bands and pub grub.

• Coffee Pod

  phone: +1 801 341-0022
  address: 426 W 1230 N
  The only coffee house near BYU campus. You can also get hot chocolate and Italian sodas, or pick up breakfast or a light lunch. Free wifi is available.

• Juice 'n Java

  phone: +1 801 375-5409
  address: 280 W 100 N
  Fresh juice and espresso bar. You can also get hot chocolate, Italian sodas, and tea.

Hotels

• Aspenwood Manor

  phone: +1 801-805-4794
  address: 293 W 100 S
  Extended stay furnished apartments. Free wireless, flatscreen TV and DVD player, fully equipped kitchens, laundry, and housekeeping.

• Best Western Plus CottonTree Inn

  address: 2230 N University Pkwy
  Along Provo River. Outdoor pool.

• Courtyard Marriott

  address: 1600 N Freedom (200 West) Blvd
  Within walking distance of Brigham Young University. Wireless, laundry, fitness center, pool. Denny's and Magleby's restaurants in the same complex.

• La Quinta Inn

  phone: +1 801 374-9750
  address: 1460 S University Ave
  In south Provo near the Provo Towne Centre. Laundry, outdoor pool, fitness center. Pets welcome.

• Hampton Inn & Suites

  phone: +1 801 377-6396
  address: 1511 S 40 E
  Near the Provo Towne Centre.

• Hines Mansion Bed & Breakfast

  address: 383 W 100 S
  Provo's only B&B, with themed rooms. Gourmet breakfast and treats in the kitchen included. Wireless internet.

• Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

  phone: +1 801-377-4700
  address: 101 W 100 N
  Hotel and conference facility downtown, close to Novell, Inc. Wireless, laundry, copy center, fitness center & pool, and onsite restaurants.

• Residence Inn

  phone: +1 801 374-1000
  address: 252 W 2230 N
  Along the Provo River trail. Free shuttle service. Laundry, fitness center, indoor pool.

• Sleep Inn Provo

  phone: +1 801 377-6597
  address: 1505 S 40 E
  In south Provo near the Provo Towne Centre. Free wireless. Pets allowed with fee.

• SpringHill Suites Provo Marriott

  phone: +1 801 373-0073
  address: 1580 N Freedom Blvd
  Within walking distance of BYU. Wireless, fitness enter, pool. Denny's and Magleby's restaurants within the same complex.

• Sundance Resort

  address: North Fork Provo Canyon
  Standard rooms, studios, suites, and 2-4 bedroom homes at Sundance Ski Resort up Provo Canyon.

• Super 8 Provo BYU Orem

  phone: +1 801 374-6020
  address: 1555 N Canyon Rd
  Free wireless. Fitness center, pool, laundry. Pets allowed with fee.

Camping

• Deer Creek State Park Campground

  phone: +1 435 654-0171
  address: Deer Creek State Park
  Several campgrounds along the shore of Deer Creek Reservoir in Provo Canyon. Open Jun-Oct, but off-season camping allowed. Concessions, drinking water, modern restrooms and hot showers.

• Lakeside RV & Campground

  address: 4000 W Center St
  Near Utah Lake, tucked into a curve of the Provo River. Walking distance to Utah Lake State Park Marina. Convenience store, laundry room, game room, summer pool, hot showers.

• Nunns Park Campgrond

  phone: +1 801 370-8640
  address: 3.3 miles up Provo Canyon on US-189
  Public campground in Provo Canyon along Provo River. Close to Bridal Veil Falls. Open April to October. No reservation required. Flush toilets and drinking water.

• Rock Canyon Campground

  phone: +1 801 226-3564
  address: Squaw Peak Rd
  Isolated public campground up Rock Canyon (between Squaw Peak and Y Mountain). Access road is only partially paved; used 4-wheel drive. No water. Vault toilets. Gate closes at 10PM. Excellent access to rock climbing and hiking.

• Utah Lake State Park Campground

  address: 4400 W Center St
  Lakeshore campground.

• Orem and other cities in Utah Valley, which have a number of interesting sites, including several Daughters of the Utah Pioneers museums, the Springville Museum of Art, and the Hare Krishna Lotus Temple in Spanish Fork.
• Park City, home of the Sundance Film Festival.
• Provo Canyon and Heber Valley, including Deer Creek Reservoir, the Heber Valley Railroad and Heber Valley CAF/Aero Museum in Heber City, skiing at Sundance Resort, and hiking in Wasatch Mountain State Park.
• Salt Lake City and other cities along the Wasatch Range. Many of these towns also have rich pioneer heritage.
• Timpanogos Cave National Monument, located along Highway 92 in American Fork Canyon. This national monument offers a strenuous but scenic hike to an impressive cave featuring myriad formations. Entrance to the cave is possible only on a ranger-led walk, with two options available: an off-trail spelunking tour and an on-trail tour through the cave's most scenic rooms.
• Camp Floyd/Stagecoach Inn State Park in Fairfield.