Salt Lake City is known for it’s scenic parks and the best ski resorts in the state. The city has become a popular spot to enjoy the “greatest snow on earth” after it hosted 2002 Winter Olympic Games. From world class ski resorts to its stunning mountain scenery, the city is full of fun and wonderful activities.

Temple Square

Temple square is the most popular spot for tourists in all of Utah State, a National Historic Landmark of this City. The temple is spread across 35 acres of land. Temple Square is the world-wide headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It features the church’s sacred temple, stunning gardens and the Family History Library, where experienced genealogists can help you with your research free of cost. Some of other attractions within the Temple Square are beehive house, assembly hall, church history museum and library, conference center, garden tours and many more.

City Creek Center

City Creek Center is the largest mixed-used development project in the United States. It is the modern outdoor shopping plaza which features more than 100 retail stores and restaurants. The center has an open air design with retractable glass roof and two city blocks with is linked with a skyline. City Creek Center also offers private condominiums and professional offices along with beautiful gardens, walkways, 18 foot waterfall and a sky bridge.

Utah Museum of Contemporary Arts

Utah Museum of Contemporary Arts (UMOCA) was founded it 1931. UMOCA has been the most renowned museum in the State of Utah. It features the work of local, national and international artists. Some local artists in Utah are Siren Bliss, Jonathan Horowitz and Megan Geckler. Come and explore the contemporary cultural landscape with UMOCA and its exhibitions, films, events, classes, and presentations.

Thanks Giving Point

Thanksgiving Point is a gathering place for the local communities throughout the State. It is a nonprofit recreation area which offers amazing gardens, agriculture center, restaurants, golf course, movie theaters and other shops. The park is home to the world’s largest indoor dinosaur museum. You can come here with your friends and family and have a great time with your loved ones.

Hogle Zoo

Hogle Zoo is the largest zoo in Salt Lake City. The zoo is located at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, and it is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the State. The zoo started with two foxes, two squirrels, two monkeys and five species of birds back in 1911, but now it is home to more than 1400 animals. Elephant Encounter, Asian Highlands, Rocky Shores is some of the interesting activities at the Hogle Zoo. The new animal encounters will give you a chance to interact and feed the animals. The zoo also hosts different fundraising and educational activities and events.

Transportation

The City offers extensive bus systems, light rail and recently introduced commuter rails. Since, this is traditionally a car oriented city, it also offers different taxis, Salt Lake City airport shuttles and car rental services from the SLC International Airport. Interstate 15 and Interstate 80 are the two major highways that connects to the city.