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The 5 Best Things to Do in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City is a literal hidden gem of the West. Though it might have a reputation as quiet and forgotten, only attracting snow bunnies and winter adventurers- Salt Lake City has become a tourist-friendly city with modern facilities, great attractions, an amazing night life and tons of amenities for everyone. Here, we have selected 5 top places you have to visit when in Salt Lake City.

5. Bonneville Seabase-Grantsville 

Did you know that the Utah desert has an OCEAN? It’s a little hidden secret in Utah but in the deserts of western Utah, you can find Bonneville Seabase located 40 miles west of Salt Lake City on the outskirts of Granstville. A truly natural phenomenon where spring water rises through the ancient lake bed of Bonneville and becomes almost 3% saltwater. At the salinity of the ocean, the water wells up as warm springs, and with the addition of ocean fish, an inland ocean was formed for SCUBA and snorkeling.

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4. Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana

For the best pizza in all of Utah, but for sure in Salt Lake City local food critics always recommend Settebello on 200 West. This amazing restaurant is the creation of owners Mike Brooks and Brad Otton who both after having spent time in Italy, became enamored with authentic Italian pizza, and decided to bring it back to Salt Lake City. Since its conception, this family run business has expanded and grown with multiple locations throughout Utah.

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3. The Grand America Hotel

Located in the heart of Salt Lake, The Grand America inspires grand experiences and memories. More than a mere hotel, The Grand America is an experience all its own. Luxury convention facilities and gracious accommodations make both workdays and downtime unforgettable.

All rooms and suites in our 24-story hotel feature handcrafted Richelieu furniture, original works of art, inviting balconies, complimentary wi-fi, and large Italian marble bathrooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase breathtaking views of Salt Lake City or our beautifully landscaped gardens.

With an amazing on-site bakery,  extravagantly decadent fine-dining restaurant and an award winning luxury spa if you’re open to a great experience be sure to check in to the Grand America Hotel

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2. Homestead Crater-Midway

A Natural Wonder and one of the most unique activities you’ll experience in Utah.

The Crater is a geothermal spring hidden within a 55-foot tall, beehive-shaped limestone rock located on the Homestead property.

Over 10,000 years in the making, The Crater formed when melting snow on the Wasatch Mountains seeped deep within the earth. Two miles below the surface, the earth’s interior heated the water. As it percolated upward, it picked up minerals, which were then deposited on the surface — eventually forming the volcano-shaped limestone deposit called The Homestead Crater.

The hole at the top of the dome lets in sunlight and fresh air while the interior stays heated by the mineral water at a constant range of 90 – 96 degrees Fahrenheit.

But no need to worry — you don’t have to repel through the top to enjoy all the fun. They’ve created a tunnel through the rock wall at ground level, lending access to our custom-built decks and a soaking area where guests can enjoy the crystal-clear mineral water. Once inside, you can go swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, enjoy a therapeutic soak, or even take a paddle board yoga class. The Crater is the only warm water scuba diving destination in the continental US and attracts many diving enthusiasts and those wishing to get certified in a comfortable environment. You do not have to get wet to have a one-of-a-kind experience inside The Crater. Many guests just enjoy the self-guided Crater tour, the history, geology, and archeology of this unique natural phenomenon.

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1. Sand Boarding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes-Kanab

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