Serina & Austin
Things To Do
Gem Studio
In downtown Salt Lake City, design and make your own silver jewelry using real gemstones. It’s hands-on, beginner-friendly, and makes for a great date or group outing.
Temple Square
In downtown Salt Lake City, this spot is worth a walk-through. The gardens are beautiful in the summer, the architecture is really impressive, and the religious history is fascinating.
The Leonardo
In downtown Salt Lake City, the interactive exhibits blend art, science, and tech.
Utah's Hogle Zoo
Just outside of downtown Salt Lake City, the zoo is perfect for a family afternoon! Lions, giraffes, and a splash pad.
Albion Basin
Just outside of Salt Lake City, this is one of the best places to see wildflowers! The hike to Cecret Lake is gorgeous and not too hard.
Farmington Canyon
Just outside of Salt Lake City, rent an ATV and ride through forested trails with views of the Great Salt Lake. We have some fantastic memories of fun with renting a Razor!
Fifth Water Hot Springs and Falls
About an hour from Salt Lake City, this is a favorite! A 2-ish mile easy hike each way to some natural hot springs with waterfalls. The water is a crazy blue-green color, and it feels amazing!
Bonneville Salt Flats
An hour and a half from Salt Lake City, this place looks like another planet. Miles and miles of white salt stretching out in every direction.
Cedar Breaks National Monument
Three and a half hours from Salt Lake City, Cedar Breaks National Monument is like Bryce Canyon, but smaller and higher up. It’s full of colorful rock formations and wildflowers in July, and it’s nice and cool up there.
Zion National Park
About four hours south, this one’s a classic. Towering red cliffs, slot canyons, and hikes like Angels Landing and The Narrows. It gets busy, but it’s popular for a reason.
Bryce Canyon National Park
Four hours from Salt Lake City, check out the incredible rock formations called hoodoos. You can hike down into the canyon on trails like Navajo Loop or just enjoy the views from Sunset Point or Inspiration Point. It’s also one of the best places in the country for stargazing!
Snow Canyon State Park
Four and a half hours from Salt Lake, this is like a mini Zion that’s way less crowded. There are lava tubes, red rock trails, and even some sand dunes. It’s right outside St. George and super easy to explore. Check out Padre Canyon Trailhead to see where we got engaged (and it is free)!