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Things to Do 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 .

Tours & Experience Passes

Whether you are looking to put together your own Salt Lake adventure to 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.

Experience The Unexpected

Skiing & snowboarding.

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

Ski Super Pass

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

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

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…

Attractions

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

Zoos & Gardens

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

Things to Do with Kids

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

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

The Great Salt Lake

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

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…

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…

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

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…

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

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…

Concerts & Live Music

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

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?…

See How Visitors Share Their Adventures

The salt lake scene, related stories, salt lake county's holiday sports lineup: know before you go, your guide to salt lake county’s best holiday light displays in 2024, your 2024 guide to holiday shopping events in salt lake county, ice skating in salt lake city, cycling the city & nearby canyons, scenic drives, get outside, adventure sports, 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

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

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

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

  • Memory Grove Park
  • The Bonneville Shoreline Trail
  • Tanner Dog Park
  • The Pipeline Trail
  • Jordan River Parkway

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

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

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