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Before you go
Your trip to Salt Lake City.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Salt Lake City – Utah Destination Salt Lake City and Park City Capital
How to get there
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Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) 8 km
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Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub 2 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is about 8 km from downtown and is connected by light rail. Long-distance trains between Chicago and California stop at the city's station. By car, I-15 and I-80 cross the city.
How many days
Two days are enough for Temple Square, the capitol, a museum and Antelope Island. Many travelers spend one night before continuing to Park City, Moab or the southern national parks.
When to go
Summer is hot and dry, good for visiting Antelope Island early and for mountain hikes. In winter the city often has snow and serves as a base for the nearby canyon ski resorts. Spring and fall have mild days.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Not downtown: light rail and buses serve Temple Square, the capitol and the airport. For Antelope Island and the ski areas, a car helps.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Salt Lake City
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Morning
Temple Square
Walk through Temple Square, see the temple, the tabernacle and the visitors’ center. If available, attend an open rehearsal of the choir.
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Afternoon
Utah State Capitol
Walk up the hill to the state capitol, tour the halls and see the city from above. Descend through the historic Marmalade neighborhood.
2 days in Salt Lake City
Day 1
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All day
Salt Lake City center
Do Temple Square in the morning and the capitol in the afternoon, finishing at the Natural History Museum of Utah at the foot of the mountains.
Day 2
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All day
Antelope Island and the Great Salt Lake
Cross the causeway to Antelope Island, see the bison, hike to a viewpoint over the lake and visit the historic ranch on the island’s east side.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Salt Lake City?
Visit Temple Square and the Utah State Capitol, explore the Natural History Museum of Utah, go to Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake, and in winter ski at the nearby canyon resorts.
What time zone is Salt Lake City in?
Utah time: UTC−7 in winter and UTC−6 in daylight saving time, from March to November.
Can you swim in the Great Salt Lake?
Yes, at beaches such as those on Antelope Island. The water is very salty and your body floats easily; avoid getting salt in your eyes and look for showers afterward. The lake’s level varies, and the water can be far from the sand.
How to get from the airport to downtown Salt Lake City?
By light rail, which connects the airport to downtown in about 20 minutes, or by taxi and ride-hailing. The airport is about 8 km away.