Arts & Culture: Salt Lake City has a lively arts scene, featuring the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, the Eccles Theatre, and Ballet West. The Red Butte Garden, Tracy Aviary, Hogle Zoo, and Loveland Living Plant Aquarium are all amazing places to visit. With a range of options, you really can't go wrong!
With the Wasatch Mountains nearby, Salt Lake City is perfect for skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, offering year-round access to nature. There are tons of trails ranging from easy to difficult surrounding the city, some of which are just a 15-20 minute drive from downtown. If you have time, we highly recommend hitting the trails! Some of our favorite hiking trails are Secret Lake, Stewart Falls and Lake Blanche.
Less than an hour away from downtown Salt Lake City, Park City is a cute mountain town that feels like another world. Higher in elevation than Salt Lake City, Park City is surrounded by world-class ski resorts and unmatched outdoor recreation. Park City’s historic main street offers shopping and dining with a view. Whether you’re visiting for a month or just an afternoon, you will find no shortage of things to do in Park City.
Utah is known for its diverse natural landscapes, ranging from desert areas with striking red rocks to lush alpine forests in the mountains. This variation makes it a stunning location for a range of outdoor activities throughout the year. National Parks: Utah is famous for its "Mighty Five" national parks—Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef. The parks offer stunning red rock landscapes, canyons, arches, and hoodoos that attract millions of visitors annually. If you have time, we highly recommend visiting at least one of Utah's national parks, which are all between a 3.5 - 5 hour drive from Salt Lake City. Our favorites are Bryce Canyon, Arches, and Zion! Unique Geological Sites: Utah also has the The Great Salt Lake, Monument Valley, and the Bonneville Salt Flats, all of which are worth exploring!