Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake City (Salt Lake) resides on the southern shores of Utah’s Great Salt Lake. Ringed by the Wasatch Mountains, the city rewards its visitors with a unique history, laid-back culture and diverse neighborhoods set against a backdrop of jaw-dropping natural scenery. 

A modern city founded by Mormon pioneers, Salt Lake’s districts are packed with thriving artisan stores, art galleries and boutiques. Shopping locally is a core part of the strong community spirit which extends to its food, beverage and hotel scene. Downtown, the weekly farmers market is a hub for local produce and across the city, restaurants champion seasonal, farm-to-table dining with local and international flavors. For something to drink, the city is bubbling with mixologists and nationally-recognized breweries. As for getting around, low-impact travel is to do thanks to bike-sharing schemes and extensive public transport.

With urban hotels, condos, mountain resorts and boutique retreats, Salt Lake has a wide range of accommodation choices for budget and luxury travelers. Find your people in the city’s eclectic districts whether it's the college town vibe of Central City, the artisanal atmosphere of Sugar House District or history meets hip in Capitol Hill. Head over to Temple Square and see if you can trace your lineage at the FamilySearch Library and learn about the Mormon movement at the Tabernacle. You can catch a free choir rehearsal there on Thursdays and Sundays. 

With over 220 days of sunshine, Salt Lake is a year-round base for urban and outdoor adventures. Enjoy lazy summers picnicking in Red Butte Garden and Liberty Park or get active with adrenaline-inducing sports at Utah Olympic Park. In winter, choose from 11 world-class ski resorts to make the most of the snow.