Things To Do

Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons

Big Cottonwood Canyon (BCC) and Little Cottonwood Canyon (LCC) provide absolutely stunning views of mountain wilderness. You may see moose, bears, and other wildlife on the drive up. There are many pull-offs to stop and take in the views. We recommend a sunset drive! The entrance to Little Cottonwood Canyon is visible from the wedding venue. Both canyons have nearly unlimited hiking options. BCC and LCC are home to the premier ski resorts in Utah!

Cucina

Note from the Restaurant. Lexi's top spot for dinner and wine. An award-winning Wine Bar and Deli of Salt Lake City serving seasonal menus incorporating a world of inspirational flavors – amounting to an inventive and unforgettable array of small plates and rotating new American entrees designed exclusively by our Executive Chef. We are proud to present our exquisite offerings alongside one of the most extensive and perfectly curated wine lists in the Salt Lake Valley, crafted by our owner and in house wine master, wine oracle, and wine maestro Dean Pierose. We strive to make every visit to this “Avenues neighborhood gem” an extraordinary and unique culinary experience.

Park City

Main street downtown Park City (PC) is filled with unique shopping and cuisine. It is an authentic mountain town loaded with history. Park City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics and Olympic Park is located just 10 minutes away from downtown PC!

Stella Grill

Healthfully prepared American fare with local ingredients served alongside a variety of beers. One of our favorite spots for lunch or dinner.

Homestead Crater

One of the unique activities at the Homestead Resort in Midway Utah is our one-of-a-kind Homestead Crater. The Crater is a geothermal spring, hidden within a 55-foot tall, beehive-shaped limestone rock located on the Homestead property. Over 10,000 years in the making, The Crater formed when melting snow on the Wasatch Mountains seeped deep within the earth. Two miles below the surface, the earth’s interior heated the water. As it percolated upward, it picked up minerals, which were then deposited on the surface — eventually forming the volcano-shaped limestone deposit called The Homestead Crater. The hole at the top of the dome lets in sunlight and fresh air while the interior stays heated by the mineral water at a constant range of 90 – 96 degrees Fahrenheit.

Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park

Arches NP is home to the awe-inspiring Delicate Arch! A Utah staple! Arches NP is located in Moab, Utah which is four hours away from downtown SLC so ensure you plan ahead. The weather in the high desert remains unpredictable in the fall. Please remain cognizant. The mornings can bring freezing temps whereas the afternoons can reach over 100°! Arches requires timed reservations to enter. They cost $2. The reservation link is below! https://www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/timed-entry-reservation.htm Moab is also home to Canyonlands NP. Do not let the lower popularity of Canyonlands fool you! Canyonlands has the Mesa Arch which provides more expansive views and less crowds!

Zion National Park

Four and a half hours away from downtown SLC, Zion canyon showcases the most stunning and expansive scenery the high desert offers. Home to Angel's Landing, one of the scariest hikes within a national park known for its narrow, exposed, chain link sections. The Narrows hike is also within Zion NP. This hike contains beautiful scenery of Utah's famous slot canyons. Much like Arches NP, the weather in Zion NP remains unpredictable! Angel's landing requires a permit to access the trail head. The link is below. One can apply ahaed of time (July 20th deadline) or next day. https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/angels-landing-hiking-permits.htm Also, please note, you cannot take a personal vehicle in the canyon. Parking can be found at the front of the park and right outside in the town of Springdale. The park service operates shuttle buses once within the park.

Picnic Cafe

Phenomenal breakfast spot. Bagels made fresh, in-house every day. Exotic coffee is also available here. Feel free to grab a coffee and stroll through Liberty Park next door to the cafe

Van Ryder, a Rooftop Bar

The best rooftop bar in the heart of SLC. Beautiful panoramic views of the valley. From exotic cocktails to draft beer, this is a fun place to experience the nightlife of SLC!

Natural History Museum of Utah

Sugar House Park

Clean park with expansive views of the Wasatch front!

Bonneville Salt Flats

Feel free to drive as fast as you'd like at the Bonneville Salt Flats. If it's dry of course! The salt flats is a destination many desire to see. It feels as if you are on another planet! They are around an hour and a half from downtown SLC and if you drive ten minutes further you will find yourself in the state of Nevada!

Antelope Island

Closest state park to SLC (Approx. one hour and forty five minutes from the venue). More so a peninsula than an island within the Great Salt Lake (GSL). Plenty of hiking/biking and views of the GSL . Bison live on the island along with tons of other wildlife.