Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City Stories
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Sundance, Full Circle
When visiting the Sundance Film Festival in Utah, movies are only part of the experience.
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How-to Guide for Salt Lake City Conference Attendees: Food, Drink and Fun
Here’s everything you need to know to get the most out of your time before, during, and after your conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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More Than Coffee: The Caffeinators of Salt Lake City
The unique Salt Lake City coffee community is ready to embrace you. When you visit Utah, try all the capital city's coffee shops and styles to find your favorite cup.
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Salt Lake's Tattoo Scene: Inclusivity is the New Frontier
Traveling for tattoos is second nature for those seeking the perfect piece. Keep Salt Lake, the Crossroads of the West, in mind when planning your next piece.
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Utah's Rum Underdogs
Utah distilleries are becoming very popular. Distillery 36 is rising to the top of the list. Drink in their story and then let’s toast with Brigham agricole rum!
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Where’s the Meat?
Taking the blue highways, finding a local diner or picking up fresh fruit from a family-run farm store gets us that much more in touch with the flow of seasons and feeling grounded in our sense of place as we travel. And shrinking the circle of our food sourcing has become a priority for many people even, and especially, while on the road.
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Utah’s Women Make History
Walk in the footsteps of Utah’s earliest women’s suffrage leaders at sites throughout downtown Salt Lake City. Along the way, view public art installations commemorating voting rights and stop at trail-adjacent local women-owned businesses.
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11 Family-Friendly Activities Near SLC
From roller coasters to ski slopes, discover 11 fun family activities in and around Salt Lake City.
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Step Into an Artistic Vision
The columns of Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre slowly appear as you climb to its perch above downtown Salt Lake City. The theatre sits on the campus of the state’s flagship university with metropolitan lights below and mountains behind that rise several thousand feet off the valley floor to provide a backdrop to the east and south.
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Fervor on Foot: Tracking Salt Lake's Food and Spirits
Salt Lake City, Utah is a walkable town with a flourishing and ever-evolving food and spirits culture. Find a neighborhood district to stroll, taste, touch and see!
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Discover the Breweries of the Wasatch Front
Over the past two decades, Salt Lake’s breweries have grown into a culture all their own. Here’s what you need to start planning a pub crawl with this collection of Salt Lake’s most popular breweries.
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Craft Chocolate Capital of America: Utah's Culture of Cacao
The craft chocolate scene in Utah is a wonder within itself. Join one of Matt Caputo’s chocolate classes to increase your appreciation and chocolate knowledge.
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Salt Lake City’s Rainbow Colors Fly Year Round
Take a trip to Salt Lake City, an LGBTQIA+ friendly city, which over the past two decades has become a destination for those who enjoy both a hip urban atmosphere and easy access to the great outdoors.
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Salt Lake City’s Must-See Street Art
Salt Lake City, Utah has more than 80 murals and art installations to discover. Come and see how these urban street artists showcase their own flavor and perspective.
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Hike + Dine: Salt Lake City
Here are a few of Utah's Salt Lake City best hiking trails and eateries to check out during your next visit.
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V Is for Variety
Gary Vlasic, Salt Lake City’s premier event designer, creates spellbinding experiential design in a city that offers unparalleled freedom and space.
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Downtown Farmers Market
The Salt Lake City farmers market is a Saturday tradition, bringing thousands of people together for local food and art.
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Digging Salt Lake City for 48 Hours
Looking for fun things to do in Salt Lake City? Check out our 48-hour guide to get the scoop on the most popular and under-the-radar attractions.
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Short List: Local Salt Lake City Nightlife Picks
Make the most of winter's shortened daylight by extending your Utah ski trip into the night. Sure, some resorts offer incredible night skiing — so, okay, after that — but then the night really gets going in downtown Ski City.
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Meet the Women Leading Utah's Food and Beverage Renaissance
When it comes to food and beverage in Utah, there are key influencers who have been the proponents of change, growth, and the role of women in Utah’s food scene.
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The Salt of Sound: Live Music in Salt Lake City
Check out the live music scene while visiting Utah. Salt Lake City’s numerous music venues offer something for every music lover. Watch Salt of Sound for a taste.
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The Spice of (a New) Life
Some of the best food in Salt Lake City is served in the Spice Incubator Kitchen. Come visit this international culinary kitchen for a treat to your taste buds.
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Day-tripping a Women-owned Business Enclave in Salt Lake City
While the lure of Salt Lake City’s shopping and dining experience attracts tourists to downtown, less than 10 blocks away is the trendy and unique 9th and 9th and Maven District neighborhoods. It’s brimming with 40-plus women-owned businesses that are helping to boost the local economy, as well as each other.
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Where to See Women's Art in Utah
There’s no shortage of art galleries in Salt Lake City and across Utah's Wasatch Front. Beyond the major metropolitan areas, there are also small artist communities across the state where artists seeking a slower pace have flocked for decades. Here are a few recommendations for where you can experience art in Utah.
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Rediscovering A. Fisher Brewing Company
One brewery where you can find both a rich history and a fresh perspective is the newly reopened A. Fisher Brewing Company (also referred to simply as Fisher Brewing). After more than fifty years this Utah classic is back to stay, providing a wide variety brews to enjoy.
Best of Salt Lake
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City Creek Center
Satisfy your shopping fix with a stroll through City Creek Center and browse Apple, Anthropologie, Coach, Nordstrom and more. This is a one-of-a-kind mall with a retractable roof and a running creek stocked with local brown trout.
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Great Salt Lake
The remains of Lake Bonneville have become a thriving ecosystem. This is a perfect place for wildlife watchers, and less than half an hour from downtown Salt Lake City.
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Library Square
Utah’s largest library, The City Library is a place to focus, to explore the art gallery, to marvel at the architecture and to grab a quick bite to eat.
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Salt Lake City Ski Resorts
10 ski resorts within an hour of Salt Lake City International Airport. That’s unmatched access to The Greatest Snow on Earth®.
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Temple Square
Planning a visit to Salt Lake City? Add Temple Square to your itinerary to learn about the history, heritage, art and culture of one of the oldest Utah attractions.
Great Salt Lake Needs Your Visit
While you visit this mysterious natural wonder, you can also help save it.
Things to Do
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Arts and Culture
Salt Lake City offers a rich arts and culture scene, from major venues like Abravanel Hall, Capitol Theater and the Eccles Theater hosting symphony, ballet, opera and Broadway, to smaller stages showcasing local theater and dance. Numerous galleries, including the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and UMOCA, highlight visual arts, while the Natural History Museum celebrates the state’s ancient history, natural resources and unique wildlife.
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Downtown
This is the beating heart of SLC, where historic architecture and historic sites frame a bustling shopping, restaurant and nightlife scene. Downtown is the place for art gallery hops and festivals, live music, chocolate tasting, Jazz games and the downtown Farmers Market. See it all on TRAX or the GREENbike SLC bike-sharing program.
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Hiking
Unlike most other metropolitan areas, lush and beautiful mountains and canyons (which include four world-class ski resorts for winter visitors) sit on the very borders of the city and offer hiking opportunities within minutes of its hustle and bustle. Find out where to hike in Salt Lake City.
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Little Cottonwood Canyon and Big Cottonwood Canyon
Around 20 miles from Salt Lake City, Little Cottonwood and Big Cottonwood are home to four incredible Utah ski resorts. The Cottonwoods in summer are safe havens for climbing, bouldering, hiking, trail running, cycling and mountain biking, both on and off the resorts. Both canyons are designated scenic byways.
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Skiing
You can practically see the slopes from the tarmac at Salt Lake City International Airport. Unlike other ski destinations, once you’ve deplaned and grabbed your bags, you’re less than an hour away from The Greatest Snow on Earth®. There are 11 ski resorts along the Wasatch Mountain Range. Less time in the car, more time on the mountain.
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Sporting Events
Feel the crowd's energy as you cheer on the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center, or catch a thrilling Real Salt Lake soccer match at America First Field. Enjoy a Salt Lake Bees baseball game for a fun, family-friendly outing. And get ready for the electrifying excitement of the new Utah Hockey Club, the newest star in Utah’s sports scene.
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Utah Film Trail
Utah is a filmmaker's dream, with diverse locations ranging from the historical to the modern. The filming locations at Utah State Park feature numerous historical recreations and original homes, making it a perfect backdrop for period films like Jane and Emma (2018), His Name is Green Flake (2020), and Escape from Germany (2024). Equally famous is East High, the globally recognizable setting for the High School Musical franchise since 2006, which helped launch the careers of stars such as Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, and Olivia Rodrigo.
Support Local
Supporting local communities during your travels can have a profound impact. Stock up with groceries locally, stop in an artisan shop or eat at a restaurant in addition to campfire meals.
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Play The Hits: Exploring Salt Lake City's Iconic Sights
Utah’s capital city boasts a unique history. It is rich in frontier history for sure but its story doesn't end (or begin) there. Experience the many layers of history, prehistory and contemporary culture.
Highlights
- Temple Square
- Utah Museum of Contemporary Art
- Natural History Museum of Utah
- Red Butte Gardens
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Salt Lake City to Moab
Moab is Utah’s adventure epicenter — a place where world-renowned natural destinations are scattered around a town that’s brimming with local charm. Be sure to bring a vivid imagination and taste for exploration along with your hiking shoes, sunscreen and water bottle, because this is not your typical retreat.
Highlights
- Arches National Park
- Guided 4x4 Wheeling
- Canyonlands Stargazing
- Floating the Colorado River
Neighborhoods
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9th and 9th District
Just outside downtown, tree-lined streets on SLC's famous grid system lead to hip neighborhoods like the 9th and 9th district, home to bustling espresso bars and bakeries like Coffee Garden and Tulie as well as a burgeoning food scene exemplified by Pago, famous for artfully crafted American cuisine showcasing locally-sourced ingredients. The district (in partnership with its close-by, sister neighborhood, the Maven District) is also brimming with 40-plus women-owned businesses.
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Campus District
A quick trip on TRAX, SLC’s light rail system, takes you from the city center past The Leonardo science museum to the University of Utah campus district, home to Red Butte Garden and Arboretum and the Natural History Museum of Utah. The campus area is also adjacent to multiple access points to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, a sprawling network of trails lacing the foothills behind the city with nearly 100 miles of hiking, running and biking trails, an after-work favorite for locals.
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Downtown
This is the beating heart of SLC, where historic architecture and historic sites frame a bustling shopping, restaurant and nightlife scene. Downtown is the place for art gallery hops and festivals, live music, chocolate tasting, Jazz games and the downtown Farmers Market. See it all on TRAX or the GREENbike SLC bike-sharing program.
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Millcreek
Nestled southeast of downtown Salt Lake City, Millcreek offers a cozy, suburban feel with urban conveniences. Characterized by its tree-lined streets, established neighborhoods and a mix of local businesses and restaurants, Millcreek is a sought-after area for families and those seeking a slightly quieter atmosphere. It offers easy access to the bustling 33rd South Corridor and the stunning Wasatch Mountains.
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Sugar House
Sugar House is the place for local shops with an eclectic flair. One of Salt Lake's oldest neighborhoods, the area features a diverse lineup of art galleries, bookstores and boutiques in its now-booming business district, which surrounds the beautiful Sugar House Park.
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The Avenues and Capitol Hill
If you're in for an uphill drive through some of Salt Lake's oldest and most unique neighborhoods, drive through The Avenues and Capitol Hill, perhaps the quirkiest and artsiest neighborhoods in SLC. Capitol Hill offers an unforgettable high-elevation view of the entire Salt Lake metropolitan area from Ensign Peak.
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The Granary District
The Granary District is a rapidly evolving neighborhood that combines Salt Lake’s industrial heritage with a modern, creative spirit. Once the heart of the city's manufacturing and warehousing, it's experiencing a vibrant resurgence as a hub for local breweries, innovative restaurants, art galleries, and unique businesses. Colorful murals adorn the brick walls of its historic buildings, adding a contemporary flair to the district's distinct character and making it a compelling destination for locals and visitors.
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Yalecrest
Located in the eastern foothills of Salt Lake City, Yalecrest is a charming and historically significant residential neighborhood. Known for its mature trees, immaculately-maintained Tudor and Colonial Revival homes and walkable streets, it exudes a classic, established character. Yalecrest is bordered by the University of Utah and Emigration Canyon and offers a peaceful, mountainous environment with convenient access to outdoor recreation and the amenities of the city.
What's Nearby
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Antelope Island State Park
Antelope Island State Park is 25 miles north of Salt Lake City. Accessed by a causeway, the island sits in Great Salt Lake and features free-roaming bison and antelope herds.
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Ogden
Ogden is an outdoor recreation mecca. It has also worked to restore its historic Art Deco architecture and buildings and blend in new development toward a charming and vibrant downtown.
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Park City
Park City is the perfect mountain town. The winter slopes were once featured in the Olympics, and in summer the mountains and nearby state parks and reservoirs transform into a hiking, mountain biking, fishing and camping mecca.
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