Urban Experiences

11 Family-Friendly Activities Near SLC

Written By Matcha

4 minute read

From roller coasters to ski slopes, discover 11 fun family activities in and around Salt Lake City.

5 Black-Owned Restaurants to Support in Utah

Written By Liese Rodger

7 minute read

Local favorites such as 11Hauz, Joe’s Cafe and Sauce Boss deliver multicultural flavors while also community gathering spots.

5 Utah Theaters Reviving Art, History and Architecture

Written By Taylor Hartman

4 minute read

Utah has a rich catalog of beautiful and historic buildings, each telling the unique story of its former inhabitants. But for history buffs and architecture lovers, few buildings can rival the drama and lore of old picture palaces and opera houses.

A Journey Through Utah’s Contemporary Artscapes

Written By Tiffini Porter

11 minute read

Consider visual art attractions as you’re planning your Beehive State travel itinerary.

A Navajo Artist Finds Her Beat and Shares It

Written By Samuel Jake

3 minute read

Rhonda "Honey" Duvall is a leader in Salt Lake City’s Navajo community, elevating the presence of indigenous culture through music and dance.

A Night Out at the Rabbithole

Written By Stephanie Doktor

6 minute read

Jazz means more than basketball in Utah. Jazz means music. The Rabbithole is just one example of Utah’s flourishing music scene.

A Restaurant That Welcomes Everybody With Its Middle Eastern Flavors

Written By Karen Bayard

2 minute read

Building Salt Lake City’s Laziz Kitchen into a spot where good food has helped to create an inclusive community-gathering spot.

A Sensory-friendly and Adaptive Survival Guide to Traveling in Urban Utah

Written By Stacy Bernal

Helpful suggestions for families of disabled and neurodiverse kiddos to help plan a trip with minimal meltdowns and maximum enjoyment.

A Sweet-Tooth’s Guide to Downtown Provo

Written By Visit Utah

3 minute read

We’ve set out on a walk in search of Provo's best treats. We were not disappointed.

A Table for All: Feeding Utah's Culture

Written By Karen Bayard

2 minute read

Utah — a naturally beautiful nook — is known for its glorious landscape. But it also supports a surprisingly vibrant food culture, beautifully infused by immigrants and recent transplants.

AndShesDopeToo's Insider's Guide to Ogden

Written By Visit Utah

5 minute read

AndShesDopeToo is a worldwide adventure community of women run by Jennifer and Taylor Killian from Ogden, Utah. This insider's guide video highlights their unparalleled access to both the outdoors and the city's "fun counterculture vibe" at the foot of the mighty Wasatch Mountains.

Art Deco in Motion: Ogden’s Creative Remodel

Written By Maria Milligan

6 minute read

Visitors looking for Art Deco architecture and art often travel to New York, Chicago or Los Angeles. But the Intermountain West has preserved what may be Art Deco’s best-hidden gem: Ogden, Utah.

At Lagoon, a Utah-grown Amusement Park where the Fun Never Ends

Written By Heather May

8 minute read

As the Farmington park marks the 100th-anniversary of its wooden roller coaster, Lagoon continues to attract crowds with its nostalgic rides and novel thrills.

'Bad' Brad: A Story of Blues, Blood and Legendary Jazz

Written By Andrew Dash Gillman

5 minute read

Meet Utah’s legendary DJ and blues musician, “Bad” Brad Wheeler. Take a peek into the history of Salt Lake City’s music scene through the memories of Bad Brad.

Craft Chocolate Capital of America: Utah's Culture of Cacao

Written By Darby Doyle

8 minute read

The craft chocolate scene in Utah is a wonder within itself. Join one of Matt Caputo’s chocolate classes to increase your appreciation and chocolate knowledge.

Cultural Cuisines Find New Homes in Provo

Written By Annie Hartvigsen

Families share their heritage and culture in charming downtown Provo where restaurants showcase food from around the globe.

Day-tripping a Women-owned Business Enclave in Salt Lake City

Written By Whitney Childers

4 minute read

While the lure of Salt Lake City’s shopping and dining experience attracts tourists to downtown, less than 10 blocks away is the trendy and unique 9th and 9th and Maven District neighborhoods. It’s brimming with 40-plus women-owned businesses that are helping to boost the local economy, as well as each other.

Destination Ski City: Culture Élevé

After a day of skiing, soak up Salt Lake City’s culture and nightlife: Enjoy a live performance and explore delicious dining options and great bars. Check it out!

Digging Salt Lake City for 48 Hours

Written By Crai Bower

Looking for fun things to do in Salt Lake City? Check out our 48-hour guide to get the scoop on the most popular and under-the-radar attractions.

Discover the Breweries of the Wasatch Front

Written By Matcha

5 minute read

Over the past two decades, Salt Lake’s breweries have grown into a culture all their own. Here’s what you need to start planning a pub crawl with this collection of Salt Lake’s most popular breweries.

Discover the Shape of Utah's Coffee Community

Written By Austin Wright

7 minute read

See coffee shops in Salt Lake City on this short video tour of some of the best coffee shops in Utah.

Downtown Farmers Market

Written By Austen Diamond

2 minute read

The Salt Lake City farmers market is a Saturday tradition, bringing thousands of people together for local food and art.

Family and Budget Guide to the One and Only Ski City: Salt Lake

Written By Kristen Pope

6 minute read

With 11 family-friendly resorts nearby, Salt Lake City skiing, dining and entertainment options make Utah one of the best ski destinations in the western U.S.

Farm to Table X

Written By Austen Diamond

3 minute read

James Beard-nominated Table X creates modern American cuisine with ingredients from its onsite garden.

Fervor on Foot: Tracking Salt Lake's Food and Spirits

Written By Stephanie Doktor

5 minute read

Salt Lake City, Utah is a walkable town with a flourishing and ever-evolving food and spirits culture. Find a neighborhood district to stroll, taste, touch and see!

Finding Local Flavors at the New Salt Lake City International Airport

Written By Olivia and Will Gochnour of Utah Grubs

3 minute read

Explore the best places to eat at Salt Lake City's new airport, which features many local restaurants and impressive public art.

From Big Air to Big Ales: Utah’s Best Local Craft Brew Picks

Written By Visit Utah

Here's the thing about the craft brewing scene in Utah: it's thriving.

Hike + Dine: Ogden

Written By Mitchell Reber

4 minute read

Head north of Salt Lake City for trails and ales. Enjoy these 6 Ogden hikes, followed by their complementary restaurants tied to a booming dining scene.

Hike + Dine: Provo

Written By Arianna Rees

4 minute read

Here are a few of Provo, Utah's best hiking trails and eateries to check out during your next visit.

Hike + Dine: Salt Lake City

Written By Mitchell Reber

4 minute read

Here are a few of Utah's Salt Lake City best hiking trails and eateries to check out during your next visit.

How Ogden’s Tona Sushi Creates Artistic Diversity With Every Dish

Written By Karen Bayard

2 minute read

One Ogden’s sushi chef’s innovative plates hint at his design background — while serving dishes that aim to be “magical.”

How To Get the Most Out of the Park City Annual Gay Ski Week

Written By Matcha

3 minute read

At Park City, Utah's annual Gay Ski Week, officially known as Elevation Utah, visitors will be surrounded by like-minded athletes and folks who want to crush it out on the slopes and have fun dancing the night away.

How to Maximize an Afternoon at the Natural History Museum of Utah

Written By Matcha

5 minute read

Spanning five floors and tucked along the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the Natural History Museum of Utah is a must add to any Salt Lake City itinerary.

How-to Guide for Salt Lake City Conference Attendees: Food, Drink and Fun

Written By Matcha

Here’s everything you need to know to get the most out of your time before, during, and after your conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.

In the Key of Ski

Written By Catherine Reese Newton

5 minute read

A video tribute to the Utah Symphony musicians finding inspiration and rich notes in the mountains.

Insider's Guide to Park City

Written By Sara Hobbs

3 minute read

Kaylin Richardson, Olympic athlete, and a friend share their favorite Park City experiences to encourage you to add the city's culture-enriched valley, scenery, food, art and access to all-season adventure to your bucket list.

Insider's Guide to Salt Lake City Neighborhoods

Written By Matcha

Check out these neighborhoods on your next trip to Salt Lake City

Keeping It Real

Written By Austen Diamond

3 minute read

Urban farmers’ backyard harvests are beloved by chefs and market-goers.

Many-Sizes-Fit-All within Salt Lake City’s Growing Subcultures

Written By Nick Kuzmack

Explore Salt Lake City, Utah's celebrated subcultural music and art scene through concerts, festivals or even club nights. To catch these events, sights and sounds all you have to do is venture downtown.

Meet the Women Leading Utah's Food and Beverage Renaissance

Written By Darby Doyle

When it comes to food and beverage in Utah, there are key influencers who have been the proponents of change, growth, and the role of women in Utah’s food scene.

More Than Coffee: The Caffeinators of Salt Lake City

Written By Austin Wright

8 minute read

The unique Salt Lake City coffee community is ready to embrace you. When you visit Utah, try all the capital city's coffee shops and styles to find your favorite cup.

Mountains, Markets & Music: Spend 48 Hours Exploring Ogden

Written By Matcha

3 minute read

Follow this detailed itinerary to pull off the ideal 48-hour escape in Ogden.

Ogden Activities: Downtown to Dark Skies

Written By Paula Colman

5 minute read

Two days' worth of sun-up-to-sundown Ogden activities — eat, shop and bike where the locals go, end at an International Dark Sky park.

Putting Provo on the Music Map

Written By Nick Kuzmack

6 minute read

Provo boasts a rich music scene, noted for launching bands to national attention. Part of the secret sauce is the fan following nurtured by Corey Fox’s Velour Live Music Gallery, in collaboration with the rest of the Provo music scene.

Rediscovering A. Fisher Brewing Company

Written By Lindy Blanchette

8 minute read

One brewery where you can find both a rich history and a fresh perspective is the newly reopened A. Fisher Brewing Company (also referred to simply as Fisher Brewing). After more than fifty years this Utah classic is back to stay, providing a wide variety brews to enjoy.

Required Listening

Written By Mitchell Reber

Crucialfest weaves metal and indie rock into the fabric of Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City: A Place to Play

Written By Catherine Reese Newton

2 minute read

Symphony musicians say Utah's one-two punch of arts and recreation is hard to beat.

Salt Lake City’s Must-See Street Art

Written By Sara Hobbs

4 minute read

Salt Lake City, Utah has more than 80 murals and art installations to discover. Come and see how these urban street artists showcase their own flavor and perspective.

Salt Lake City’s Rainbow Colors Fly Year Round

Written By Matcha

5 minute read

Take a trip to Salt Lake City, an LGBTQIA+ friendly city, which over the past two decades has become a destination for those who enjoy both a hip urban atmosphere and easy access to the great outdoors.

Salt Lake's Tattoo Scene: Inclusivity is the New Frontier

Written By Stephanie Doktor

Traveling for tattoos is second nature for those seeking the perfect piece. Keep Salt Lake, the Crossroads of the West, in mind when planning your next piece.

Seeking Starry Skies Near Salt Lake City

Written By Haley Rodgers

3 minute read

You don’t have to go far from the city to find dark skies filled with stars in Utah. Find out where you can see the Milky Way near the city or gaze into space from an observatory in Northern Utah.

Short List: Local Salt Lake City Nightlife Picks

Make the most of winter's shortened daylight by extending your Utah ski trip into the night. Sure, some resorts offer incredible night skiing — so, okay, after that — but then the night really gets going in downtown Ski City.

Step Into an Artistic Vision

Written By Katya Wagstaff

6 minute read

The columns of Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre slowly appear as you climb to its perch above downtown Salt Lake City. The theatre sits on the campus of the state’s flagship university with metropolitan lights below and mountains behind that rise several thousand feet off the valley floor to provide a backdrop to the east and south.

Sundance, Full Circle

Written By Cody Kirkland

8 minute read

When visiting the Sundance Film Festival in Utah, movies are only part of the experience.

Temple Square: The Geographical and Musical Heart of Salt Lake

Written By Mitchell Reber

6 minute read

Learn more about Temple Square: The Geographical and Musical Heart of Salt Lake City and home to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and their weekly performances.

The BBQ Bosses of Metro SLC: Bringing Southern Comfort Food to Utah One Sauce at a Time

Written By Taylor Hartman

Explore the Wasatch Front’s best barbeque food and hear about the passionate pit bosses who are bringing traditional southern dishes to life in Utah.

The Best Restaurants in Salt Lake City

Written By Matcha

5 minute read

A foodie’s paradise, Salt Lake offers cuisine beyond the traditional and incorporates creative dishes in pleasing settings.

The Hands That Shape Temple Square

Written By Temple Square Hospitality

3 minute read

If you visit Salt Lake City, you should visit Temple Square. Breathtaking architecture and landscaping will awe and inspire you. Learn more!

The Hills are Alive With the Scent of Whiskey

Written By Cody Kirkland

4 minute read

The first of several legal Utah distilleries since 1870 is the High West Distillery. Tour the facility, enjoy a tasting, build your flight and have a burger.

The Legendary Joe McQueen: Utah's Original Jazz

Written By Visit Utah

6 minute read

Legendary saxophonist Joe McQueen came to the city of Ogden , Utah, in 1945 for a two-week gig and he never left. For decades he was the musical godfather of Ogden's lively 25th Street.

The Myth of Provo-bition: Where to Drink in Utah County

Written By Court Mann

No, Utah County isn’t ‘stone-cold sober.’ We’ve got proof.

The Salt of Sound: Live Music in Salt Lake City

Written By Visit Utah

8 minute read

Check out the live music scene while visiting Utah. Salt Lake City’s numerous music venues offer something for every music lover. Watch Salt of Sound for a taste.

The Spice of (a New) Life

Written By Austen Diamond

4 minute read

Some of the best food in Salt Lake City is served in the Spice Incubator Kitchen. Come visit this international culinary kitchen for a treat to your taste buds.

Top Ski Towns in Utah

Written By Andrew Dash Gillman

5 minute read

The best ski towns in Utah tout easy access to The Greatest Snow on Earth®, along with lively culture, fine dining and off-mountain activities.

Trail to Town Adventures in Park City

Written By Marc Peruzzi

5 minute read

Park City’s unique blend of trails and trail culture lends itself to year-round recreation.

Urban and RYE: An Intimate Mixture of Music and Local Eats

Written By Mitchell Reber

4 minute read

Come in and experience the unique fare from the RYE Diner, one of the best restaurants in Salt Lake City. Then enjoy the hot beats at the Urban Lounge.

Urban Vibe and Funeral Potatoes

Written By Mitchell Reber

5 minute read

For fun places to eat in Salt Lake City find the Garage on Beck. Check out the vintage artifacts, the fresh food (funeral potatoes) and the fine live music.

Utah Spirits Tours

Written By Darby Doyle

5 minute read

Utahns have rediscovered distilling. Sample the merchandise on a gin distillery tour, stay for dinner and taste Utah whiskey, vodka and more on other tours.

Utah’s Women Make History

Written By Darby Doyle

5 minute read

Walk in the footsteps of Utah’s earliest women’s suffrage leaders at sites throughout downtown Salt Lake City. Along the way, view public art installations commemorating voting rights and stop at trail-adjacent local women-owned businesses.

Utah's Rum Underdogs

Written By Darby Doyle

6 minute read

Utah distilleries are becoming very popular. Distillery 36 is rising to the top of the list. Drink in their story and then let’s toast with Brigham agricole rum!

V Is for Variety

Written By Austen Diamond

4 minute read

Gary Vlasic, Salt Lake City’s premier event designer, creates spellbinding experiential design in a city that offers unparalleled freedom and space.

Vegan-Friendly Salt Lake City

Written By Erin Moore

Whether you’re craving tacos or ramen, looking for wings and a game or you wake up craving brunch, there’s something for every vegan to enjoy in Salt Lake City.

Where to Eat and Drink in St. George

Written By Elainna Ciaramella

6 minute read

As you explore St. George and Greater Zion seeking excellent food, coffee and drinks, you’ll want to add these top restaurants to your list.

Where to See Women's Art in Utah

Written By Ashley Mae Hoiland

4 minute read

There’s no shortage of art galleries in Salt Lake City and across Utah's Wasatch Front. Beyond the major metropolitan areas, there are also small artist communities across the state where artists seeking a slower pace have flocked for decades. Here are a few recommendations for where you can experience art in Utah.

Where to taste, tour and take home Utah's world-renowned chocolate

Written By Darby Doyle

7 minute read

The Utah chocolate world is expanding deliciously. Visit some of the world's premier chocolate stores and producers for true moments of chocolate bliss.

Where’s the Meat?

Written By Darby Doyle

5 minute read

Taking the blue highways, finding a local diner or picking up fresh fruit from a family-run farm store gets us that much more in touch with the flow of seasons and feeling grounded in our sense of place as we travel. And shrinking the circle of our food sourcing has become a priority for many people even, and especially, while on the road.

You Are Where You Eat: Salt Lake Latino’s Perfected Flavors

Written By Willy Palomo

4 minute read

Here is a guide for a day — or weekend — packed with some of the Salt Lake City's best Latino cuisine, brought to you by the hands who have cared and perfected their flavors for centuries.