Things to do in Utah

Walking distance or via tram (Trax) system

  • Temple Square: One of the most iconic sites in Utah, Temple Square is in the historic center of Salt Lake City. Even if you are not interested in religious history, the beautiful landscape, gardens, architecture, and Tabernacle Choir are sure to impress.
  • City Creek Center: Open-air shopping from luxury to local, this beautiful shopping center is great for coffee, dinner, shopping, or just a stroll.
  • Clark Planetarium: Science and space an interest of yours? Enjoy our local planetarium for thousands of square feet of free, hands-on exhibits. Or see an immersing science themed full-dome theater experience or laser show.
  • Salt Lake City Public Library: Beautiful, large library, holding various events and art exhibits. Enjoy the architecture and scenery or sit in a quiet corner for a quick read.
  • Liberty Park: A large, beautiful park, full of paved walking paths, sports courts, bocce ball, and horseshoes. But that’s not all, visit the Tracey Aviary inside the park, home to over three hundred birds from around the world. Enjoy a bird show, keeper demonstrations, and explore acres of exhibits and botanical gardens.
  • Red Butte Gardens: One of the largest botanical gardens in the Intermountain West, contributes to science education, conservation, and research. You can download a digital guide to tour the gardens and attend events like live music, art exhibits, and seasonal events.
  • Natural History Museum: A four-story journey to the past is held inside the museum, allowing you to travel through time with hands-on learning, public events, and new exhibits to explore.

Good eats

  • Valter’s Osteria: Upscale Italian cuisine
  • Red Iguana: Authentic Mexican loved by locals and highlighted on “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.”
  • Eva’s Bakery & Eva Restaurant: Delicious family-owned bakery and restaurant. Enjoy French pastries in the morning and delicious French cuisine in the evening.
  • The Copper Onion: Brasserie-style restaurant featuring American fare, made fresh in-house daily, sourcing local ingredients.
  • Takashi: Delicious Japanese eatery and sushi bar. Their restaurant is cozy and features contemporary art. Featuring small plates, cocktails, and quality sushi rolls.
  • Crown Burger: A local favorite, famous for its pastrami burgers.
  • Dirty Soda curious? Utah is known for our soda shops with endless flavor possibilities. Check our a few nearby:

Bar scene

Golf courses

Utah iconic locations

  • Bonneville Salt Flats: 1 ½ hours away from Downtown Salt Lake
  • Antelope Island: 1 hour away from Downtown Salt Lake
  • Park City: 40 minutes away from Downtown Salt Lake
  • Sundance Mountain Resort: 1 hour away from Downtown Salt Lake
  • Utah is known for the Rocky Mountains and the outdoors. Hiking is one of Utah's favorite pastimes. There are MANY trails all over the state. See a list of popular ones here.

Iconic national parks

Sporting events

  • Baseball fan? See the Bee’s, a MILB game.
  • Want to learn more about the Olympics? Visit Utah Olympic Park.
    • Visit the Museum, take a guided tour, or even ride in an actual Olympic bobsled.
  • Runner? Check out the Night Nation Run, a running music festival happening June 6th! Learn more here.