Salt Lake Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Salt Lake City is an urban gem of the mountain west. Set in an incomparable backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains and home to 'The Greatest Snow On Earth', Salt Lake City stands out as a thriving hub of business, culture, innovation and an inherently industrious spirit.
There are homeless people since there are several homeless shelters but the streets are very monitored by security and the police to ensure safety.
143 locals recommend
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City is an urban gem of the mountain west. Set in an incomparable backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains and home to 'The Greatest Snow On Earth', Salt Lake City stands out as a thriving hub of business, culture, innovation and an inherently industrious spirit.
There are homeless people since there are several homeless shelters but the streets are very monitored by security and the police to ensure safety.
Sightseeing
Built in 1853 more than a religious icon. Full of fascinating history, architecture, and gourmet dining. Utah's most popular tourist destination.
621 locals recommend
Temple Square
50 N West TempleBuilt in 1853 more than a religious icon. Full of fascinating history, architecture, and gourmet dining. Utah's most popular tourist destination.
Home to two world-class ski resorts (Solitude & Brighton), legendary rock climbing routes, epic backcountry skiing access, hiking and mountain biking trails, and picnic areas straight out of an outdoor magazine. So come take a drive through this ancient canyon created by both glacier and stream erosion.
176 locals recommend
Big Cottonwood Canyon
Home to two world-class ski resorts (Solitude & Brighton), legendary rock climbing routes, epic backcountry skiing access, hiking and mountain biking trails, and picnic areas straight out of an outdoor magazine. So come take a drive through this ancient canyon created by both glacier and stream erosion.
Clark Planetarium has been Salt Lake’s go-to destination for visitors of all ages who want to discover and learn about space and science.
117 locals recommend
Clark Planetarium
110 400 WClark Planetarium has been Salt Lake’s go-to destination for visitors of all ages who want to discover and learn about space and science.
Liberty Park is Salt Lake City’s oldest and second-largest city park. A favorite spot for many residents in Salt Lake City with its diverse uses and natural space tranquility.
353 locals recommend
Liberty Park
600 Harvey Milk BoulevardLiberty Park is Salt Lake City’s oldest and second-largest city park. A favorite spot for many residents in Salt Lake City with its diverse uses and natural space tranquility.
Skiing
Ski resort with dining & year-round outdoor recreation.
Solitude Mountain Resort
12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon RdSki resort with dining & year-round outdoor recreation.
Brighton is known for affordability, 500 inches of snow, and the perfect atmosphere where anyone can learn how to ski and snowboard
363 locals recommend
Brighton Resort
8302 S Brighton Loop RdBrighton is known for affordability, 500 inches of snow, and the perfect atmosphere where anyone can learn how to ski and snowboard
Shopping
The City Creek Center is a mixed-use development with an upscale open-air shopping center, office and residential buildings, fountain, and simulated creek near Temple Square.
621 locals recommend
City Creek Center
50 S Main StThe City Creek Center is a mixed-use development with an upscale open-air shopping center, office and residential buildings, fountain, and simulated creek near Temple Square.
Food scene
Established, family-friendly Greek eatery serving breakfast
& comfort food in large portions.
8 locals recommend
The Other Place
469 E 300 SEstablished, family-friendly Greek eatery serving breakfast
& comfort food in large portions.
Spitz = Healthy & flavorful wraps, döners, salads and our famous fries. Craft beer & sangria + Board games! Almost all of their items can be made vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free or gluten-free upon request."
25 locals recommend
Spitz - Cottonwood
3158 East 6200 SouthSpitz = Healthy & flavorful wraps, döners, salads and our famous fries. Craft beer & sangria + Board games! Almost all of their items can be made vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free or gluten-free upon request."
Fondue restaurant chain offering heated pots of cheese,
chocolate or broth for dipping & cooking.
12 locals recommend
The Melting Pot
340 S Main StFondue restaurant chain offering heated pots of cheese,
chocolate or broth for dipping & cooking.
Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling.
butter-topped beef in an elegant setting
52 locals recommend
Ruth's Chris Steak House
2001 Park AveOutpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling.
butter-topped beef in an elegant setting
Japanese eatery & sushi bar featuring signature rolls & a
big sake list in hip, contemporary digs
156 locals recommend
Takashi
18 W Market StJapanese eatery & sushi bar featuring signature rolls & a
big sake list in hip, contemporary digs
Bar & Food Scene
TV-filled sports bar serving beers, cocktails & pub grub in
a buzzy space with live music & trivia.
52 locals recommend
The Green Pig Pub
31 E 400 STV-filled sports bar serving beers, cocktails & pub grub in
a buzzy space with live music & trivia.
Vintage-chic lounge & eatery featuring imaginative
American bites & a huge beer & whiskey selection.
150 locals recommend
Whiskey Street Cocktails & Dining
323 S Main StVintage-chic lounge & eatery featuring imaginative
American bites & a huge beer & whiskey selection.
Craft drinks & global small plates are served in an intimate
setting with live music.
96 locals recommend
Lake Effect
155 W 200 SCraft drinks & global small plates are served in an intimate
setting with live music.
Traveler advice
Getting around
The scooters & bikes are all over. Cheap, fun & exciting.
If you are new to salt lake I would recommend riding the scooters or bikes to explore all the local sites