Welcome to Utah! For those of you planning a vacation we hope you enjoy
everything the Beehive State has to offer.
Visitor
Information:
Welcome to Utah!
Utah
is a diamond in the ruff with its ability to offer a little something for
everyone. Whether it is the outdoor enthusiast or the cultural explorer in you, Utah
truly is one of a kind. With glorious natural attractions, a booming urban scene and a proud history all sorts of adventures wait for you
here!
Outdoor Adventure
Home to
“the Greatest
Snow on Earth,” it’s no wonder Salt Lake City hosted the
2002 Winter Olympic Games and has 13 world-class ski
resorts! Whether you prefer cross-country, alpine
or snowboarding,
Utah is a Mecca for the ski enthusiast!
If
you are looking for something
a little different, try visiting one of our pristine national or state parks.
Hike through the waters of the Virgin River Narrows at Zion
National Park. Let
your child’s imagination soar among the mysterious rock formations at Goblin
Valley State Park.Have a wild
white water rafting journey through Cataract Canyon. The
possibilities are
endless!
Salt Lake City
Utah’s
capitol is truly the heart of the state. Explore downtown Main Street, the
Gateway and Trolley Square.
There are tons of shops and boutiques, so feel free to “shop ‘til you drop!”
Salt Lake City also has a
little something for the entire family. Take the kids over to Utah’s Hogle Zoo
to see animals from all around the world and learn about the importance of
conservation. How about a little space exploration? Clark Planetarium offers an
astronomical experience. Catch an IMAX Film or see an exhibit. For a historical
and spiritual education, jet on over to Temple Square and tour the grounds. As
one of Salt Lake’s and Utah’s most recognizable landmarks, Temple Square
offers insight and history of the Mormon experience.
With everything to see and do, you are bound to
work up an appetite.
We have every type of restaurant
to satisfy even the most choosey of appetites. Go for International flair with one of our Asian, Italian,
Mexican or European restaurants. Take it causal with one of our brewpubs. Or,
for the serious diner, experience one of our world-renown, 5-Star restaurants!
Historical
and Cultural Sites
Utah
is proud of its history and diverse cultural heritage. From the historical and
modern inhabitation of Native American tribes, to the settlement of the
pioneers, to the modern development of ethnic districts, the state has sites and
activities galore to educate and inspire!
Take a
trip down south to discover the land of the ancient Native Americans who first
lived in Utah. Edge of the Cedars State Park and Fremont Indian State Park and
Museum will educate the entire family about the Anasazi and Freemont Indians
that once thrived in the area.
To
learn more about the pioneer traditions that helped shape the state, head on
over to This Is The Place Heritage Park. It is here that Brigham Young famously
declared, “This is the right place,” settling his Mormon pioneers in the
Salt Lake Valley. Afterward, take a tour of some of Utah’s oldest and most
treasured buildings. The Utah Heritage Foundationoffers a guided tour, or if
you feel adventurous, take on a self-guided walking tour. Going back in time in
Utah is never a waste of time!