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The Visit Salt Lake Connect Pass is the best way to gain access to Salt Lake’s most notable and fascinating attractions - and here are each of the venues’ status updates and safety restrictions.
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COVID-19 Updates
For anyone coming to Salt Lake, we hope to answer concerns you might have regarding what is open, ideas for things to do while you’re here, and safety protocols/travel restrictions.
Current Status/Travel Restrictions
Utah has provided recommendations based on a transmission index with guidelines by county. Salt Lake, as the most populous county in the state, is currently in high level of transmission. There are currently no state or local government requirements for masks in public, but individual locations and businesses may post signage listing face mask or physical distancing requirements. If you are traveling to Utah from another U.S. state, there are currently no travel restrictions or quarantine requirements if you are healthy.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are masks required?
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No, however some locations and businesses may require a mask be worn on their premises. There is no current mandate from the state of Utah or Salt Lake county. Please have a mask available and follow signage for those places that may require one.
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Do restaurants have dine-in available?
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Most restaurants are open, with takeout, curbside pickup, or delivery options. Many establishments have dine-in or patio services and are following the health precaution guidelines set by the State of Utah. Salt Lake City recently expanded regulations to allow restaurants and bars to create more or grow existing outside dining areas in off-street parking and private yards.
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Which restaurants are offering takeout or delivery?
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You can search for restaurants by cuisine and location and see their websites for specific information on our site or the SLC Downtown Alliance lists restaurants all on one page with their status.
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Which restaurants have outdoor dining?
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You can search for restaurants by cuisine and location and see their websites for specific information on our site or the SLC Downtown Alliance lists restaurants all on one page with their status.
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Are hotels taking reservations?
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Yes, hotels are open and are required to follow state and county health guidelines. Search hotels in Salt Lake by location or type on our website and find links for their websites and specific information.
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Are the pools and fitness centers open at hotels?
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Hotel pools and fitness centers are allowed to open following state and county health guidelines. Check with individual hotels as to their status.
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What attractions are open in Salt Lake City?
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Most of Salt Lake's attractions are open with safety protocols in place. Face masks may be required at some locations along with other safety measures like physical distancing from people not in your household, and staying home if individuals are sick, have symptoms of COVID-19, or have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days. Check with each individual attraction to verify what their policies are. For websites and contact information, search attractions here.
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Do attractions require reservations?
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Some attractions are limiting the number of admissions and are requiring reservations. Check with each individual attraction to verify their procedure. For websites and contact information, search attractions here.
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Are masks required at attractions?
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Many attractions and businesses require face masks, physical distancing from people not in your household, and staying home if individuals are sick, have symptoms of COVID-19, or have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days. Please follow signage and guidelines at individual attractions and businesses.
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Are spas & salons open in Salt Lake City?
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Spas and salons are open. Some may require face masks, physical distancing, and staying home if sick or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. Check with each individual business to verify. For websites and contact information, search spas and salons search spas and salons here.
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Are stores open for shopping in Salt Lake City?
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Most of Salt Lake's stores are open with safety protocols in place. Some may require face masks, physical distancing from people not in your household, and staying home if individuals are sick, have symptoms of COVID-19, or have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days. Check with each individual store to verify. For websites and contact information, search shopping here.
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Where can I get a COVID-19 test?
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We understand that many places require a COVID-19 test within a couple of days or less before you can travel back to that location. The State of Utah has a comprehensive list of available testing sites
To make sure that the test you take meets your requirements, please check the guidelines for your location and then call the testing site(s) you are interested in using. They can verify what kind of test(s) they offer and how long it will take for the results to be available.
Find COVID-19 testing locationsOther questions relating to travel to Utah can be answered on Utah state’s Coronavirus FAQ page under the Travel section.
What's Open
Restaurants
Most restaurants are open, with takeout, curbside pickup, or delivery options. Many establishments have dine-in or patio services, but are following strict health precaution guidelines
Salt Lake City recently expanded regulations to allow restaurants and bars to create more or grow existing outside dining areas in off-street parking and private yards.
You can search for restaurants by cuisine and location and see their websites for specific information on our site or the SLC Downtown Alliance lists restaurants all on one page with their status.
Hotels
Hotels and their pools are open and are required to follow state and county health guidelines.
Search hotels in Salt Lake by location or type on our website and find links for their websites and specific information.
Things to Do
Attractions & Historic Sites
Most attractions in Salt Lake are open with mask and social distancing policies in place that vary by business, including zoos, gardens, theme and water parks, Olympic venues, and historic sites. Search through our Salt Lake offerings to check individual attraction’s web pages for up-to-date information.
Please note that most attractions on Temple Square are closed due to renovation.
Open Spaces
Salt Lake is set in an area of great natural beauty, and as such is perfect for vacation activities in wide open spaces, allowing for safe social distancing.
Parks & Trails
With many city green spaces, neighborhood parks, and hiking/biking trails that lead through the local mountains and canyons, getting outside and seeing nature up close is perfect for a get away vacation. Safety protocols are still recommended for keeping safe distances and wearing masks when social distancing is not possible.
State & National Parks
There are over 60 national and state parks within a few hours drive of Salt Lake, making it a perfect place to jump off for a socially distanced get away in beautiful locales. Be sure to read through the current COVID-19 information for Utah’s National Parks or the most updated information for Utah’s State Parks before you go.
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