Salt Lake City Vacation & Tourism Guide
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Salt Lake City is an ideal place to spend a few days with the family and relax in a pleasant, small city atmosphere. Located amid the towering mountains of the Wasatch Front, Salt Lake City offers beautiful scenery and world-class sporting opportunities. Almost one million people call Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas home, a strong testament to the attractions of this special city.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Grand America Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 46 reviews from 4 sources
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"This is simply one of the best hotels in America -- at or above the level of any Ritz-Carlton or Four Seasons." — source Priceline
" The suite was perfect, clean, and well stocked, could not ask for anything more." — source Expedia
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1. Mormon Tabernacle Choir
This world-famous choir broadcast its first radio performance in 1929 and has been performing around the world ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Mormon Tabernacle Choir
xcountryTVNC in A Salty Day said
… the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and we listened to an organ recital in the Tabernacle building. The accoustics in here were incredible… continue reading »
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2. The Beehive House
... and his family lived in the 1800s, during a free 30-minute tour of the Beehive House. Now a National Historic Landmark, this home has been beautifully restored with furnishings of the period. The Beehive House was built in... more
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3. Salt Lake Coffee Break
Coffee is in the name, but a delightful surprise for the palate is the Middle Eastern cuisine served here. Authentic ... more
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4. Lazy Moon Pub
This pub offers live music, pool and a variety of imported, domestic and local beers right on ... more
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5. Coffee Garden
This artsy coffee shop brings in business with its casual atmosphere and trendy \"9th & 9th\" corner location. ... more
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6. Fats Pub & Grill
After a stressful day at work, there is nothing better to blow off steam than with a cold beer ... more
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7. Temple Square
The world renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir broadcasts its program \"Music and The Spoken Word\" from the historic tabernacle. ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Temple Square
2009 retirement walkabout across USA/CAN in Off to see the Morman Temple Square in Salt Lake City said
… Before we left for Salt Lake City and the temple, I took a picture of the snow capped mountains. The temple square… continue reading »
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8. Port O' Call Social Club
This club provides live music, delicious food, and a comfortable atmosphere to socialize. You may want to lounge ... more
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9. Great Salt Lake State Park
... park is 16 miles west of Salt Lake City on Interstate 80. A marina with 300 slips is available for year-round boating ... more
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10. Utah Museum of Natural History
... of Natural History in Salt Lake City shows exhibits of the Earth's natural wonders. The mission of the museum is to educate the public of science and the Earth, to ... more
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1. Market Street Broiler
The menus at this popular restaurant are printed daily to reflect the selection of same-day fresh seafood. ... more
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2. New Yorker
... down from Market Street transport you to a world of cool elegance. In the main dining room, crisp white tablecloths and oversized white plates offset patrons' high-powered wardrobes. Be warned: The New Yorker is a private c... more
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3. Market Street Grill
... :For breakfast, lunch or dinner, this is probably the most popular seafood restaurant in town. Fresh fish and other deep-sea delicacies are flown in fresh each day from around the country. The place has a classic look, and... more
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4. Fresco Italian Cafe
... :In warmer months, the candlelit patio is a lovely setting for the delicious food. The rustic, Italianate dining room can seem crowded, but the well-synchronized, intelligent staff readily compensates.;The Food :The kitchen... more
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5. Tuscany
... decor at Tuscany is dramatic and inviting. It envelopes diners with high ceilings, hand-painted tiles, terra-cotta floors, a series of richly appointed dining rooms, comfortable seating and lots of windows. Then there are t... more
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6. Metropolitan
The chef here is famous for blending complicated tastes from the freshest ingredients, and the resulting entrees ... more
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7. Cucina
... bustling place features tables set amid shelves packed with cooking utensils, imported goods and other items for sale. Mediterranean flavors and comforting dishes that make you feel at home. The deli case holds heaping plat... more
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8. Lugano Restaurant
... region of Italy best summarizes the mentality of the kitchen at Lugano, it would be Tuscany. Our theme ? namely great ingredients, simple preparations and clean, straight forward presentations - embodies the essence of Tusc... more
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9. The Pie Pizzaria
... The Pie Pizzeria serves up some of the best pizza in the Salt Lake area and beyond. The local restaurant offers dine-in, carryout, and delivery. We recommend splurging for the specialty pizzas - our favorites are The Greek... more
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10. Bambara Restaurant
... Scene :The interior boasts bold colors and designs that carry the concept from the surrounding Hotel Monaco. Metal work, wood and lush upholstery create the generous and intimate seating areas. The exposed kitchen enhances... more
Top Rated Salt Lake City Trips
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Day 26: Tetons and A Great Salt Lake | Jul 17 10'
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<!--StartFragment--> It was going to be a long day of driving so we got up around 7 to pack and hit the road. After another breakfast at Woodsi... Continue reading »
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A farming Mecca | Sep 08 09'
"A potato masher collection"
Leaving Jackson, we headed for Salt Lake City. We drove along the Snake River for several miles. The water was flowing rapidly and it w... Continue reading »
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Trippin' back to GA and hittin' the icy roads | Jan 04 10'
"Sadly, when we arrived in Atlanta, our bags did not!"
Monday 4th - Sunday 10th. Bright and early Monday morning we drove back to Salt Lake City to catch our flights. The flights are always pretty becau... Continue reading »
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I cant wait to visit the temple! | Dec 14 09'
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Hello all. I made it to Salt Lake City only a few hours late. I was picke up by my American family. I am staying at April and Stephens house. They... Continue reading »
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A Salty Day | Jun 19 09'
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We slept in and then enjoyed a wonderful breakfast in the lobby. We then drove off to Antelope Island which is on Salt Lake. We drove to the beach.... Continue reading »
