Salt Lake City Highlights

Special Events

• Salt Lake City Bees - AAA Baseball | Sept. 5, 6, 7, 9 and 10
• Billy Idol | Sept. 5, 7:30 pm
• Utah State Fair | September 4-14
  • Including a Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Monster Truck Show and so much more.

Top Things To Do In Salt Lake City

(Distance from the Salt Palace Convention Center)

1. Explore Temple Square – Discover the heart of downtown SLC with historic sites and beautiful gardens. (~0.2 miles north)
2. Hike Ensign Peak – Enjoy breathtaking city views with a short, scenic hike. (~2.5 miles north)
3. Visit the Utah State Capitol – Tour the stunning architecture and learn about Utah’s history. (~1 mile north)
4. Wander through Red Butte Garden – Experience vibrant botanical gardens and scenic trails. (~5 miles east)
5. Float in the Great Salt Lake – Experience the unique buoyancy of this massive saltwater lake. (~15 miles west)
6. Tour the Natural History Museum of Utah – Engage with fascinating exhibits on Utah’s past. (~5 miles east)
7. Admire the Salt Lake City Public Library – Enjoy the modern architecture and panoramic rooftop views. (~1 mile east)
8. Hike City Creek Canyon – Enjoy a serene trail with a bubbling stream and grassy meadows. (~1.5 miles north)
9. Visit Utah’s Hogle Zoo – See exotic animals, interactive exhibits, and conservation efforts at Utah’s largest zoo. (~5.5 miles east)
10. Discover the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium – Encounter marine life, penguins, and rainforest creatures. (~15 miles south)
11. Stroll through Gardner Village – Enjoy charming shops, seasonal decorations, and historic buildings. (~12 miles south)

Liquor Laws in Salt Lake City

Yes, you can get a drink in Utah! While ACEP25 is about learning and networking, we know it’s also a time to unwind with friends. Despite common misconceptions, Salt Lake City has a thriving bar scene with plenty of options for a night out. - Learn More

Tours of Salt Lake City

1. The Ultimate Salt Lake City Tour - Join a comprehensive 20-mile adventure around Salt Lake City, including several stops at top attractions.
   • When: Monday-Saturday | 10 am and 2 pm
   • Duration: 2.5 hours
   • Price: $59.99 Adult / $30 child (age 7 and under)
2. Tabernacle Choir plus Salt Lake City Tour - See the World-Famous Tabernacle Choir Live combined with the SLC Guided Tour!
   • When: Sundays at 8:30 am OR Thursdays at 5 pm
   • Duration: 3.5 hours
   • Price: $79.99 Adult / $40 child (age 7 and under)
3. Trolley Adventure Tour of Salt Lake City - Experience the most popular tour in Salt Lake City! This is a sightseeing show-tour, unlike anything you’ve seen before, with professional entertainers sharing stories and history as you travel the historic avenues downtown, including photo stops at top attractions.
   • When: Monday-Saturday | 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
   • Duration: 1.5 hours
   • Price: $59.99 Adult / $30 child (age 7 and under)
4. Great Salt Lake Tour - Join this 40-mile adventure to the shores of Great Salt Lake to learn of its mysteries!
   • When: Monday-Saturday | 2:30 pm
   • Duration: 2 hours
   • Price: $59.99 Adult / $30 child (age 7 and under)

Just Beyond Salt Lake City

Visit the Utah Olympic Park for thrilling activities:

• Gold Pass Activities: Available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from September 6 to September 22, with sessions from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM or 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Activities include the Alpine Slide, Extreme Tubing, Extreme Zipline, Freestyle Zipline, Discovery Course, and Action Tower.
• Summer Bobsled Experience: Experience the thrill of a lifetime in a bobsled on the 2002 Olympic Sliding Track. The bobsleds are modified for summer to roll on the track’s concrete surface, reaching speeds up to 70 mph with a professional pilot. Available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from September 6 to September 22, 1-5 pm.
• Museums: Explore the Alf Engen Ski Museum and the Eccles Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games Museum to learn about the history of skiing and relive the excitement of the 2002 Winter Olympics.
• Guided Tours: Discover the history of the Utah Olympic Park and enjoy views of the venues used in the 2002 and upcoming 2034 Olympics.

Check the Utah Olympic Park events calendar for the most up-to-date information before your visit!

National Parks and Monuments in Utah

• Timpanogos Cave National Monument – Highland, UT (~45 minutes south)
  Highlight: Explore an elaborate cave system filled with stunning limestone formations.

• Golden Spike National Historical Park – Corinne, UT (~1.5 hours northwest)
  Highlight: Visit the site where the first transcontinental railroad was completed in 1869.

• Dinosaur National Monument – Jensen, UT (~3 hours east)
  Highlight: See an incredible collection of dinosaur fossils embedded in rock at the Quarry Exhibit Hall.

• Arches National Park – Moab, UT (~4 hours southeast)
  Highlight: Marvel at over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the famous Delicate Arch.

• Canyonlands National Park – Moab, UT (~4 hours southeast)
  Highlight: Experience dramatic desert landscapes, deep canyons, and the breathtaking Mesa Arch.

• Capitol Reef National Park – Torrey, UT (~4 hours south)
  Highlight: Discover the Waterpocket Fold, a unique geologic wrinkle in the Earth's crust.

• Cedar Breaks National Monument – Brian Head, UT (~4 hours south)
  Highlight: Enjoy spectacular views of a vast natural amphitheater filled with colorful rock formations.

• Bryce Canyon National Park – Bryce, UT (~4 hours south)
  Highlight: Walk among the park’s famous hoodoos—tall, thin rock spires carved by erosion.

• Zion National Park – Springdale, UT (~4.5 hours south)
  Highlight: Hike The Narrows, where you wade through a stunning slot canyon carved by the Virgin River.