Emily & Alex
Things To Do
Relax at Snowbird Cliff Spa
For those that might want to opt for Spa Access Passes (sauna, steam room, pool/hot tub), the Snowbird Cliff Spa has a heated deck, pool, and hot tub that overlook the slopes. Click view to open the link to book services or phone number to call the spa are above for convenience.
Go Snowshoeing!
You can actually do this a lot of places in the area, but if you're already headed to Snowbird and aren't much for skiing, there are snowshoe tours for $79 that include snowshoes and poles and run for just over 2 hours from 1pm-3:30pm. We haven't done this ourselves, but thought it sounded fun. Click view to open booking page if interested, info from site below for details. Includes: Snowshoes and poles for the duration of the tour. Time: Tours begin at 1 pm. They return to Creekside Lodge at 3:30 pm. Location: Creekside Lodge, Level 2. (Outside of the Ticket Office) Skill Level: All levels of snowshoeing experience are welcome. Required Equipment: We recommend wearing snow boots or heavy duty hiking shoes and layered clothing. Remember sunscreen and water.
Know before you go - SKIING AT SNOWBIRD
Click on view to open the UTA Ski Bus Park and Ride info to/from Snowbird ($5). There should be a shuttle from the hotel to the bus pick up spot. If driving, make sure to leave decently early and ideally carpool, as parking does fill up. Rentals can be done a number of ways - either near the hotels (throw a dart and you'll find a ski rental joint), or you can rent up at the resort - I would call and find out what the pricing is and decide for yourself. Pros - if you're renting up at the resort, and in particular, if you're going more than one day, you can park your stuff with them and not lug it up and then back down the mountain. If something doesn't fit right once you're out there, you can probably exchange easily. Cons - it might be a little pricier, and worth checking ahead on availability if you know your size as it'd be awkward if they are out.
Antelope Island State Park
Open year round and well-frequented by the 600 bison that live there, Antelope Island is a chill day trip by car, and is only $15 per vehicle of up to 8 people. Though not as flashy as the other state and national parks Utah is known for, this gem is about 45 minutes out of the city, and can be described as an introverts dream. I believe you can purchase guided tours on trip advisor, if that's your thing, but in the past we've gone and driven through certain areas, then gotten out and walked or hiked around others. It is very peaceful out here, and while you're all but guaranteed to see bison, other wildlife are more dependent on time of day, such as pronghorns. Know before you go - Wear something to cover your ears, hat, gloves, and be warm. It is windy even when it's not cold as there's not much to break the wind.
Tracy Aviary at Liberty Park
The oldest aviary in the nation! Open 365 days a year, and features over 135 species of birds (though you will see fewer in the outdoor section in winter, there are some indoor bird shows during the day - check their site for times). Parking is free, and tickets are $15 per person. Tracy Aviary also has an attached Light Walk which I would liken to the trail of lights for my Austinites, if that kind of thing is for you.
Outdoor Skating at Millcreek Commons
This is a very cute area that we love. In the summer, it's a roller skating rink, in the winter, ice skating! There are fire pits all around the rink, and it is the largest in the area. Little restaurants/food vendors, and craft stalls are all directly around the rink as well! Tickets are $7, rental skates are figure skates and come in sizes Toddler 6 to Men's 14 (rent on site), no ticket required if not skating.
Food & Drink
There’s tons of great food in Salt Lake City! Here’s some of our favorites.