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Natural History Museum of UtahvsRed Butte Garden
Both are rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Natural History Museum of Utah ranks significantly higher than Red Butte Garden. Natural History Museum of Utah is ranked #1 in Salt Lake City with praise from 4 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Natural History Museum of Utah
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
U.S. News & World Report
301 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
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Frommer's "Located in the old university library building, this museum covers more than 200 million years." Full review
Fodor's "One of the most spectacular natural history museums you will find." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The stunning architecture of the Rio Tinto Center forms a multistory indoor 'canyon' that showcases exhibits to great effect." Full review
Afar Magazine "This place has fantastic exhibitions about first peoples, the unique geography of the Great Salt Lake, and even dinosaurs." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The 4000m2/13123ft2 exhibition area provides the visitor with a great deal of information on the state's flora and fauna in an amusing, interactive manner. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report14.0
"The Great Salt Lake exhibit is a must-see, with interactive exhibits on one of the region's most unique features. " Full review
Red Butte Garden Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide U.S. News & World Report
300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
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Fodor's "With more than 100 acres of gardens and undeveloped acres, the grounds here provide many pleasurable hours of strolling." Full review
Lonely Planet "Both landscaped and natural gardens cover a lovely 150 acres, with access to trails in the Wasatch foothills." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Spread across a semi-arid hillside above the university, extending through a snowmelt-fed canyon, these 150-acre gardens preserve wildflowers, shrubs and trees (1,500 species), and cultivated gardens." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Filled with meticulously landscaped plots, gurgling fountains and pleasant pathways, Red Butte Garden is a great place for budding botanists as well as visitors looking for quiet respite." Full review
