Things to Do in Salt Lake

Q: What historic sites should I visit in Salt Lake City?

Historic sites in Salt Lake include: This is the Place State Park Temple Square The Lion House The Cathedral of St. Mark The Golden Spike National Historic Site Explore More Historic Sites in Salt Lake

There are two main factors involved in planning the perfect trip: making sure everyone has fun and experiencing things you don't experience every day. Luckily, there's so much to see and do in Salt Lake, the hardest part about planning your trip will be narrowing down your options, which range from the weird and unusual to the beautiful and exhilarating.

In addition to Salt Lake's full calendar of events, there are thousands of interesting places, sights, and curiosities waiting to be explored. Check out the arts and culture scene, shop til you drop, take in some pro sports, research your family history, or get your nature fix in the mountains. Salt Lake also happens to be the perfect place to plan a trip to awe-inspiring nearby national parks.

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Where to See Salt Lake's Best Colors This Fall

Fall in Salt Lake hits different—a fleeting magic show where golden aspens shimmer against…

Unforgettable Fall Experiences in Salt Lake for First-Time Visitors

Salt Lake's fall is different because you can sip a maple latte downtown in the morning and be…

The Best Hiking Trails Near Salt Lake City for Out-of-State Visitors

In Salt Lake, some of Utah's best hiking trails start where our downtown ends. Our unique…

Man and woman holding hands walking past some diners on a patio in the Sugarhouse neighborhood

Why Visit Salt Lake? Because Life’s Too Short for Boring Vacations

Why Visit Salt Lake in 2025? Because Life’s Too Short for Boring Vacations In Salt Lake, your…

A Solo Traveler's Guide to Visiting Salt Lake County

Traveling solo is like ordering a pizza with just the toppings you want—there's no need…

Father and son at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

18 Fun and Must-Do Things with Kids in Salt Lake for Visitors

Salt Lake takes family fun to a whole new level. We're talking penguin encounters in the…

A group walking down Main Street during 2022’s Open Streets.

Top Things to Do in Downtown Salt Lake: A Playful Yet Practical Guide

Our name might be Salt Lake but downtown serves up something decidedly sweeter. Take one part…

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Tours & Experience Passes

Whether you are looking to put together your own Salt Lake adventure or get an expert to guide you, we've got you covered. Our discount passes and recommended guided tours offer the most cost-effective way to experience Salt Lake, from our most popular attractions to sampling our burgeoning craft brewing scene to getting up on The Greatest Snow on Earth®. If you’re open to anything, we’ve got a lot of options for you.

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Peering Through Aquarium at Utah's Hogle Zoo Brew

Attractions

Salt Lake's attractions run the gamut from sightseeing tours to museums…

The Great Salt Lake

As the largest natural lake west of the Mississippi River and the largest salt water…

Zoos & Gardens

Take a walk on the wild side or just relax and enjoy nature in Salt Lake. Exotic…

Historic Sites

From the time the pioneers settled in the Salt Lake Valley in 1847, and even before…

Free Things to Do

Free activities in Salt Lake

Kids at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Things to Do with Kids

Utah’s remote mountains and deserts may hog the front of most of the state…

Dinosaur Skeleton at Natural History Museum of Utah

Museums

Get enlightened in Salt Lake. Check out the wide variety of museums available for your learning…

Art Galleries

Get enlightened in Salt Lake. Salt Lake's galleries offer a wide variety of artistic styles…

A view of downtown Salt Lake from the 6th floor of the Hyatt Regency. Buildings, one with a mural, bathed in golden light

Tours & Experiences

There's so much to do in Salt Lake it can be overwhelming to decide. If you are looking for a packaged…

Discount Passport

Experience Salt Lake and save as you go! Visit Salt Lake has partnered with local attractions…

3 girls walking in sunlit alley with murals

Mural Tour

Discover the soul of Salt Lake by taking a tour of the murals scattered across the valley. You'll…

LGBTQ

Salt Lake City is very diverse and friendly with the LGBTQ community. View events and resources.

Arts & Culture

Get enlightened in Salt Lake. Add some educational experiences to your Salt Lake trip with excursions to…

View looking south on main street in Salt Lake in summer time showing the street bridge at City Creek Center

Shopping

Salt Lake City and shopping have gone hand in hand for over a century. The first department store in the…

Skiing & Snowboarding

Salt Lake is home to all kinds of skiers, riders, revelers, powder fiends, weekend warriors, and more. As a…

is your discounted lift ticket to Salt Lake’s four world-class resorts The Ski City Super Pass

Ski Super Pass

The Salt Lake Ski Super Pass is your discounted lift ticket to Salt Lake’s four world-class resorts…

Hiking

Salt Lake City is synonymous with outdoor adventure. With the Wasatch Mountain range providing a surreal…

Mountains

Salt Lake City is an outdoor adventurer’s dream. Bordered by the Great Salt Lake and the snow-capped…

National Parks, Monuments & Recreation Areas

Did you know there are over 20 national parks and monuments within a few hours' drive make Salt Lake?

Outdoor Recreation

Utah is truly nature's playground—and Salt Lake is the perfect base camp.Enjoy hiking and…

State & National Parks

With over 60 national and state parks only a few hours away, Salt Lake is the perfect place to begin or unwind…

Fishing & Wildlife

Utah is truly nature's playground—and Salt Lake is the perfect base camp. Even though Salt Lake…

Nightlife & Entertainment

As the sun sets over the Oquirrh Mountains, Salt Lake’s bars, clubs, and night…

Dance Clubs

Looking for somewhere to shake your booty or do the twist? We have 80s nights, gay…

Salt Lake City Concert-goer in the crowd raising their hands

Concerts & Live Music

Salt Lake is alive with music! From homegrown talent to global acts, you can always…

Gay Bars

Sure, a statue of the Mormon angel Moroni stands prominent watch over downtown Salt…

Comedy Clubs

Enjoy a few laughs with friends while you are in Salt Lake at one of the Comedy Clubs…

Social Activities

Looking for something fun and exciting to do? Or maybe something new and unusual?…

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The Salt Lake Scene

Events & Festivals

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to some of Salt Lake City's frequently asked questions below. Check out more FAQs.

Things to Do

Where are the best locations for cycling in Salt Lake City?

Some of the top cycling locations in Salt Lake include:

City Creek Canyon
Millcreek Canyon
Little Cottonwood Canyon
Wasatch Boulevard
Saltair

View the Top 10 Cycling Rides in Salt Lake

What historic sites should I visit in Salt Lake City?

Historic sites in Salt Lake include:

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What dog-friendly activities are there in Salt Lake City?

Some of the top parks and trails to bring your dog include:

Don't forget to check out these pet-friendly hotels to stay at during your visit.

View More of the Top 10 Salt Lake Destinations for Dogs

What are the top things to do in downtown Salt Lake City?

Some of the top things to do in downtown Salt Lake City include:

Visit a Local Coffee Shop
Shop the Unique Boutique Stores
Get Some Ink (Tattoo)
Enjoy a Drink at a Local Bar
Dine at One of the Many Restaurants

Explore Downtown Salt Lake's Scene