Things to do in Yellowstone National Park

Planning questions about Yellowstone National Park

What are the best things to do in Yellowstone National Park?

Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features is the highest ranked experience in Yellowstone National Park, scoring 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 242 traveler reviews. 4-Hour Kayak on Yellowstone Lake with Lunch, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Rim and Loop Hike with Lunch, 250th Anniversary Yellowstone 55+ Adults Only Deals,gifts & lunch, Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch round out the top five. Outty ranks 47 bookable experiences in Yellowstone National Park, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Yellowstone National Park cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Yellowstone National Park is $249 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $8 on Self-Guided Audio Tour of Yellowstone’s West Thumb Basin. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Yellowstone National Park for today?

Yes. 47 of the top 47 experiences we rank in Yellowstone National Park currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Yellowstone National Park good for families?

Yes. 4 of the experiences we rank in Yellowstone National Park are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Yellowstone National Park?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Yellowstone National Park?

May to September, plus December to March for snowcoach tours. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Yellowstone National Park?

40 of the 47 experiences we rank in Yellowstone National Park offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Yellowstone National Park gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Yellowstone National Park so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.