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Fun Places To Visit AROUND The World. ACTIVITIES IN UTAH . Living Planet Aquarium. There are 1250 animals and 267 species. 3 main exhibits: Discover Utah, Ocean Explorer, and Journey to South America. Hours of Visitation: Sunday-Thursday 10:00-7:00 Friday-Saturday 10:00-8:00
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Living Planet Aquarium There are 1250 animals and 267 species. 3 main exhibits: Discover Utah, Ocean Explorer, and Journey to South America. Hours of Visitation: Sunday-Thursday 10:00-7:00 Friday-Saturday 10:00-8:00 Admission: $9.00 –adults $8.00-seniors, students $7.00-children (3-17), ages 2 or younger are free. Stingray Feedings: Friday-Wednesday at 2:00, $6.00-ticket Penguin Encounters: Friday-Wednesday at 1:00, $20.00 members/$25.00 non-members
Alpine Slide-park city The alpine slide is one of the longest slides in the world with over 3,000 feet of track. Rider can choose to ride from four different lanes with curves, dips and turns. Resort also offers 2 other rides : Alpine Coaster , ZipRider. Pricing: over 4 8”-$11.00 under 4 8” older than 2-$3.00
Seven Peaks Water Park -Provo Activities: 16 waterslides, 400,000 gallon wave pool, half-pipe tube ride, 100-foot free fall drop slides, and a quarter mile lazy river. Pricing: All day-48” and up $21.95 +tax, All day-under 48” $16.95 + tax, After 4:00pm-48” and up $13.95 + tax, After 4pm-under 48” $11.95 + tax. Parking: All day $5.00, After 4pm $3.00. Tube Rentals: Single Tube-$5.00 Double Tube-$9.00, Triple Tube-$13.00
Clark Planetarium Shows & Exhibits: ATK Imax Theatre, Hansen Dome Theatre, Cosmic Light Shows. Free Exhibits: Earth Globe, Marsscape, Star Power, Meteorites , The Solar System Hours of Operation: Sun-Thurs 10:30-10:00, Fri-Sat 10:30-11:00. Admission: adults/teens/seniors-$8.00, children 12 and under-$6.00, matinee tickets before 5-$6.00.
Mount Timpanogos Cave Mt. Timpanogos is the 2nd highest mountain in the Utah Wasatch Range at 11,750 ft. Animal Sightings: 55 mammal species, 2 fish species, 51 bird species, 4 reptile species. Hours of Operation: Summer- May through Labor Day 7:00-5:30. Fall-8:00-5:00 Cave Tour Fees: Adults-$7.00, Juniors(6-15)-$5.00, Child(3-5)-$3.00, Infant(0-2)-Free
Col0sseum Construction of the Colosseum began in AD 72 and was completed in AD 80. 188m by 156m and a height of more than 159ft. Approximately 55,000 spectators could be accomodated. Southern side of the colosseum fell by an earthquake in 847, and other parts were used for later monuments.
Sistine Chapel The Sistine Chapel was consecrated on August 15, 1483 The Sistine ceiling was originally painted by PieroMatteod'Amelia, But in 1508 Pope Julius II dellaRovere commissioned Michelangelo to repaint the ceiling. Sistine ceiling: divided into sections from 9 scenes out of Genesis.
Statue of Liberty Statue of Liberty was dedicated on Oct 28,1886. Designated as National Monument in 1924. Ferry Fees: Children 4-12 $5.00, Adults 13+ $13.00, Seniors 62 + $10.00. Crown access is limited to 240 per day and reservations must be made.
Metropolitan Museum of Art The museum offers many events and programs for every age. Guided tours, lectures, concerts, family programs, member events and exhibitions. Schedules found on site with dates and times for all events. Hours of Operation: main building Tues-Thurs 9:30-5:30, Fri-Sat 9:30-9:00, closed Mondays.
Indoor Skydiving Fun indoor experience of skydiving for the general public. Requirements: training class must be taken first and is approximately 20 min. No age limit-must be at least 40lbs to fly. Time: equipment 15 min, flight time 3 min for individuals or 15 min for groups. Flight Costs: Single $75.00, Repeat Flight $40.00 (same day), Book of 5 $200.00.
Stratosphere Has the tallest controlled free fall in the world, known as SkyJump Las Vegas, and some of the highest thrill rides imaginable. Dining: Top of The World restaurant, spins 360 degrees while you dine. Tower Tickets: Adults-$16.00, Child- $10.00, Senior $12.00, Nevada Resident $12.00.
International Market Place Has been a tradition for the island over 50 years. Over 150 carts and shops in outdoor open setting. Variety of local and international cuisine to choose from at the food court. Free Entertainment. Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Hanauma Bay Three Million Tourists visit hanauma annually, so the fish are not afraid of people. Restrictions on the number of visitors is now being applied to help protect and preserve the bay. Hanauma has been ranked one of the #1 best American beachs. There are more than 450 colorful fish, and octopus, crabs and eels to see. All visitors are required to pay a $7.50 admission fee and to watch a safety video before snorkeling.
Niagara Falls 750,000 gallons of water are flowing over the falls each second . Attracts over 8 million visitors each year. Visitors have the option of taking a boat ride to see an up close view of the Bridal Veil Falls on the Cave of the Winds. The state park is open 365 days a year 24hrs a day Prospect Point is the prime viewing location for the falls, also it is located close to the visitor center, Adventure Theatre, and observation tower.
GRAND CANYON Visitors per year is approximately 1 million. March 2007 Skywalk was opened which is the Grand Canyons greatest tourist attractions. There is a separate admission fee of 32.05 including tax to go out onto skywalk. Helicopter tours are also an option to explore this beautiful canyon, prices vary but there are many companies that offer this service.
Epcot Center The Epcot Center pavilions wrap around the World Showcase Lagoon and inside the shops, attractions, and restaurants represent other cultures and their cuisines . Entertainment: character meet and greets, fireworks, musicians, dancers and comedians. Tickets are around $69.00 per person.
SeaWorld All shows, rides, exhibits, and aquariums are included with admission. Tickets: Ages 10 + $69.99, Ages 3-9 $61.99. Opening and closing times depend upon season. Fireworks will be showing all year round.
Cedar Point-Sandusky Ohio Is ranked the #1 amusement park, and is the 2nd oldest in North America. Rides: Roller coasters, thrill rides, family rides, just for kids, water rides, soak city attractions, soak city for kids. Admissions: one day admission-Regular $46.99, Junior/Senior $21.00. Two day admission-Regular $76.99 (includes soak city). Hours of the park vary depending upon season.
Hershey Park The park has many shows, also strolling shows, summer concert series and special events. Rides: Roller coaster, family rides, kid rides and water rides. Hours of operation depend upon season. Admission: Regular (9-54) $53.95, Junior (3-8) $32.95.
Legoland-carlsbad, California Over 60 rides, shows and attractions. Has a new park opening in Florida this year in October. Rides/Attractions: Pirate Shores, Fun Town, Castle Hill, Imagination Zone Admission: Adults(13-59) $89.00, Children(3-12) $79.00