Ready to plan a vacation packed with fun things to do in Utah? I’ve got you covered with everything from foodie destinations, to adventurous nature activities, popular attractions, and up-and-coming cities to explore…
Get tips for traveling to Utah in this new series of Sip Bite Go Utah travel guides. Thanks to hosts at Visit Utah, Visit Park City, Visit Salt Lake City, and Visit Ogden for providing some of the activities featured for review. All options are my own.
Visit the famous Salt Flats
A free excursion, about 90 minutes from Salt Lake City, is Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats. There are beautiful views here, and many people bring professional camera equipment to photograph the sunset…
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Enjoy good food in Salt Lake City
There is plenty to try when it comes to restaurants and food experiences in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mexican food was particularly my favorite in a recent visit.
See Salt Lake City tours you can book…
I highly recommend you grab drinks at this rooftop bar with scenic views at Dining at Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown…
Natural History Museum of Utah
A great activity for families in Salt Lake City is the Natural History Museum of Utah. Here you can get up close and learn about Utah’s epic paleontology finds, check out some unique gems and minerals, and discover history and stories from ancient Utah’s Indigenous nations.
Don’t miss the photo opportunities when you visit… The views from outside and inside of the NHMU building are spectacular!
Explore and Hike Wasatch Mountain
Hike an easy or challenging route on Wasatch mountain…
On a recent trip, I enjoyed a forest meditation hike in the mountains with a guide and a tour group, organized by Park City Yoga Adventures. I highly recommend them!
Here’s a look at yoga in a yurt…
Definitely worth checking out for a chill nature experience!
Eat Lunch In a Swiss Chalet Near Park City
For a unique dining experience, with beautiful views, stop at the Blue Boar Inn and Restaurant in Midway, Utah.
On a recent visit to the Blue Boar Restaurant, I had a delicious meal, from French onion soup, to a yummy burger, salad, and creme brulee… Can’t recommend it enough!
Deer Valley Resort
Experience the outdoors in Utah during the winter season – when everyone visits for the top-notch skiing and snowboarding. Very popular resorts include Park City Mountain Resort and Deer Valley Resort.
Recently I was at a delicious event for travel industry professionals at Deer Valley Resort Lodge, hosted by a travel conference…
The catering was wonderful from the fireside melted cheese raclette to the hot chocolate and hot caramel dessert service, also by the fireside!
Downtown Park City, Utah
Explore the historic ski town that is Park City, Utah. Close to Deer Valley Resort, this area of town has a bustling main strip filled with shops and restaurants.
Eat on Historic 25th Street in Ogden, Utah
I had the honor of going on a recent press trip to explore the best that Ogden, Utah has to offer. About 45 minutes outside of Salt Lake City, Ogden’s making waves in the foodie scene. It has been nominated in USA Today’s “Best Main Street” category for 2024! So the first stop when you arrive in Ogden has to be historic 25th Street.
It is a total hidden gem packed with awesome eats like The Mercantile on 25th for delicious breakfast sandwiches.
And try the chef’s tasting dinner for a fine dining experience at Hearth on 25th…
The place is so lovely and there is so much to try…
Visit a lodge
Get the ultimate lodge vibe as a foodie traveler at a place like Bower Lodge in Eden, UT. For this restaurant, you don’t even have to hit the slopes! It’s a beautiful way to start the day when you grab brunch and a coffee with views of the Utah mountains.
Ski or snowboard at Snowbasin Resort in Ogden
Come for the skiing, or don’t! You can buy a ticket to just ride the gondola to the top of Snowbasin Resort to take in all the snowy-views. Up top of the mountain is a lodge and viewing area. Come back down to the base for delicious food and drinks at Earl’s Lodge…
Stay at a boutique hotel in Huntsville
Compass Rose Lodge is just the spot to stay for a romantic getaway, or a family trip to Utah. Located in Huntsville, it is down the street from the oldest saloon in Utah and there’s a playground across the street.
The Compass Rose Lodge has so much to offer on-site, including a star gazing activity (the hotel has its own set of professional telescopes!), a brunchy coffee shop called First Lift, and a set of teepees you can rent out for a private retreat or dinner.
This hotel is in pristine condition, and the decor is perfect for the ski town!
Take the Star Tour at Compass Rose Lodge
Even if you’re not staying at the Compass Rose Lodge, you can sign up for the Starwalk Tour at their on-site Observatory. This area of Utah is nice and dark at night, making it a prime spot to have this experience!
Visit the oldest saloon in Utah
It’s cash-only, and also lined with cash all over the ceiling! If you’re in the Huntsville area, don’t miss the locals-vibe atmosphere that is Shooting Star Saloon!
Bryce Canyon National Park
Explore the otherworldly-landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park – it’s like stepping into another planet with all those crazy hoodoos (these awesome natural rock formations you have to experience first-hand) and epic views! Check out Bryce Canyon National Park tours you can book…
Drive Mirror Lake Highway
This place is like Instagram heaven with picturesque lakes and mountain backdrops. Less than two hours from Salt Lake City, Mirror Lake Highway is a stunning 42-mile drive along Route 150. The peak is Bald Mountain Pass at 10,715 feet above sea level.
Along the journey, you’ll pass Hayden Peak, Kletting Peak, and Holiday Park Peak. There is plenty to see and campgrounds to enjoy along the way.
Visit Red Butte Garden in Salt Lake City
They call this “100 acres of therapy”! You can wander around Red Butte Garden in Salt Lake City for about 2-3 hours to enjoy everything that the largest botanical garden in Utah has to showcase! Elevation is about 5,000.
Seven Peaks Waterpark
Take a leisurely float down the lazy river at Seven Peaks Waterpark in Provo, Utah. It’s a 26-acre park that is perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day. Enjoy a variety of water activities from waterslides to a wave pool and lazy river.
Hike Zion National Park
Go hiking in Zion National Park, where you can traverse the iconic Angel’s Landing trail for panoramic views of the canyon below. See Zion National Park Hiking Tours…
Visit Springdale outside of Zion
Explore the vibrant art scene in the quaint town of Springdale, nestled at the entrance of Zion National Park, featuring galleries and local artisan shops.
Tour Ritual Chocolate in Utah
Ritual Chocolate in Utah offers a behind-the-scenes tour at their beautiful Chocolate Factory in Heber City, UT. Attached to the tour is a store and tasting room, where you can try and buy Pink Elephant Coffee Roasters beans as well.
Take a private art lesson
Try out oil painting with hands-on learning from Mark B Goodson. It’s a great activity to recharge and connect with your creative side!
Visit Temple Square in SLC
Visit the historic Temple Square in Salt Lake City, home to the striking Salt Lake Temple and beautifully landscaped gardens. In this area of downtown, you’ll find 5 city blocks of historic sites, religious buildings, and exhibits.
Stay at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City
Made popular by the Olympics, the Grand America hotel is very upscale, although you can stay at the less-pricey sister hotel, the Little America hotel across the street.
Go bobsledding at the Olympic park
If you’re feeling adventurous, head out to the Olympics site about 45 minutes outside of SLC and try bobsledding!
Attend a Festival
Plan your trip around attending the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, when the city is flooded with filmmakers and creative people of all types!
Moab Hot Air Balloon Rides
Go on a hot air balloon ride over the picturesque landscapes of Moab, Utah, where you can see the stunning red rock formations of Arches National Park. See more activities you can book in Moab, Utah…
Visit Canyonlands National Park
Go on an exhilarating ATV or Jeep tour through the rugged terrain of Canyonlands National Park, where you can stop to take in breathtaking viewpoints and natural stone arches. See activities you can book at Canyonlands National Park…
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– Jenna
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