U.S. News Insider Tip: Escape the crowds directly in front of Old Faithful and enjoy the geyser's eruption from the second-floor outdoor balcony of the Old Faithful Inn, another national treasure.

As one of the top things to do in Yellowstone, visitors should their trip at Old Faithful. With the geyser and its Inn leading the way, visitors can find lots of other activities in the area ...

Old Faithful Inn seems like a nearly indestructible log building that survived the historic Yellowstone Fire of 1988, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake and harsh winters that blow snow high up the sides.