What should I do with kids in Moab for one day?

A great one-day itinerary: start at Corona Arch in the morning, grab lunch at Moab Grand Tours, then visit Hole 'N' The Rock in the afternoon. 1 stop of these is free.

What order should I visit Moab attractions with kids?

Start outdoors in the morning when kids have energy and it's cooler. Do indoor attractions after lunch when it's hottest. Save easy, free activities for late afternoon when everyone's winding down.

One Day in Moab with Kids

The perfect family day in Moab, morning to evening. 4 stops picked from 4 kid-tested activities based on ratings, variety, and parent tips. 1 stop is free.

9 AM

MorningStart the day with energy

Corona Arch

A massive natural arch bigger than Delicate Arch accessible via a short but adventurous hike with a chain-assisted scramble, kids feel like genuine explorers

8–17Free2–3 hours (3-mile round trip hike)4.9 stars

Tip: Corona Arch is larger than Delicate Arch (which requires more hiking) and arguably more dramatic up close

12 PM

LunchRefuel the family

Moab Grand Tours

Guided 4WD tours that take families into backcountry Moab terrain inaccessible by regular vehicles, the terrain itself feels like another planet and kids love t

7–17~$300–$500 (roughly $70–$130/person; varies by tour type and duration)Half to full day5 stars

Tip: Jeep tours access terrain impossible in a regular car — a completely different Moab experience

2 PM

AfternoonThe main event

Hole 'N' The Rock

A 5,000-square-foot home carved into a sandstone rock wall, plus exotic animals including camels and zebras, it's completely bizarre in the best possible way an

3–17~$60–$80 (house tour ~$6–$8/person; animal exhibits may be additional; gift shop is free to browse)1–2 hours4.4 stars

Tip: The carved home tour is the main attraction — genuinely fascinating with hand-sculpted rooms inside red rock

4 PM

Late AfternoonWind down

Canyonlands National Park

The most dramatic and otherworldly landscape in the continental US, mesas, canyons, buttes, and the confluence of the Green and Colorado rivers seen from 1,000-

6–17~$35 vehicle entry (7-day pass); $80 America the Beautiful Annual Pass covers all national parksHalf day to full day per district4.8 stars

Tip: The park has four districts — Island in the Sky (most accessible for families) is the best starting point

Tips for Your Day

→ Start outdoor activities in the morning before it gets hot.
→ Pack snacks and water; saves money and avoids meltdowns.
→ Check hours before you go. Museum hours change seasonally.

Common Questions

What should I do with kids in Moab for one day?: A great one-day itinerary: start at Corona Arch in the morning, grab lunch at Moab Grand Tours, then visit Hole 'N' The Rock in the afternoon. 1 stop of these is free.
How much does a day in Moab with kids cost?: A full day with a family of four costs roughly Free + ~$300–$500 (roughly $70–$130/person; varies by tour type and duration) + ~$60–$80 (house tour ~$6–$8/person; animal exhibits may be additional; gift shop is free to browse) + ~$35 vehicle entry (7-day pass); $80 America the Beautiful Annual Pass covers all national parks. Every listing on KidPaths shows family-of-4 cost estimates.
What order should I visit Moab attractions with kids?: Start outdoors in the morning when kids have energy and it's cooler. Do indoor attractions after lunch when it's hottest. Save easy, free activities for late afternoon when everyone's winding down.

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