Canyon Rim Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Salt Palace Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Temple Square
The spiritual centre of Salt Lake City is dominated by the neo-Gothic headquarters of the Mormon Church.
Conference Center
Tour the massive auditorium of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which seats over 21,000 people and is anchored by a 7,667-pipe organ.
Hogle Zoo
At this zoo outside Salt Lake City meet creatures from all over the world, from exotic African lions to Utah native gray wolves.
City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.
Activities
Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon & Sedona: Small Group 4-Day Tour
From Salt Lake City: Private Bryce Canyon National Park Tour
From Salt Lake City: Private Goblin Valley State Park Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Canyon Rim
Sugar House
Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Sugar House Park and Forest Dale Golf Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to see more of the city.
Holladay
Skiing, mountain views and shopping are some highlights of Holladay. Make a stop by Wasatch-Cache National Forest or Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery while you're exploring.
East Bench
If you're spending time in East Bench, check out sights like Big Cottonwood Canyon or Sugar House Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at University South Campus Station or Stadium Station.
Millcreek
You'll enjoy the lake views and shopping in Millcreek. You might want to make time for a stop at Wasatch-Cache National Forest or FastKart Indoor Speedway.
Liberty Wells
While Liberty Wells may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Liberty Park and Tracy Aviary.
Midvalley
While you're in Midvalley, take in top sights like Fashion Place Mall or Big Cottonwood Canyon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Murray North Station or Fashion Place West Station.
- Snowbird Ski Resort
- Salt Palace Convention Center
- Park City Mountain Resort
- Deer Valley Resort
- Vivint Arena
- Temple Square
- Conference Center
- Hogle Zoo
- City Creek Center
- USANA Amphitheater
- Alta Ski Area
- Salt Lake Temple
- Big Cottonwood Canyon
- Solitude Mountain Resort
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
- Utah Olympic Park
- Brighton Mountain Resort
- Utah State Fairpark
- Cowabunga Bay Water Park
- Rio Tinto Stadium
- Utah State Capitol
- Salt Lake Tabernacle