Quick Guide

Salt Lake City is a winter sports hub, and it’s no surprise that the winter months mark peak season here. Still, summer offers excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and other warm weather activities. Travelers will find the fewest crowds and best price deals during the spring and fall shoulder seasons.

Visas

Travelers from outside the United States will need a valid passport, as well as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) eligibility or a full visa.

Money

Currency is U.S. dollars and ATMs are widely available.

Travel Health

Before traveling, research and prepare for what to do if you get sick while away. For the latest health safety guidelines, as well as info on what’s currently open, visit the Utah.gov website.

Getting Here

The area is served by Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

Getting Around

The heart of the city, the Temple Square area, is easily explored on foot. To travel beyond here, travelers will need their own vehicle, or they can use bike- or ride-share services. The FrontRunner commuter rail offers service to Provo and Ogden.

Local Lingo

Appy Hour: Because Utah liquor laws don’t allow discounted alcohol sales, many restaurants offer “appy hours” when first-course prices are marked down. Zion Curtain: Refers to a now-revoked law, which required bartenders to hide behind partitions while making drinks.

Must-Have Apps

Uber; BCycle; Ski Utah Snow Report

Insider Tips

Before your trip, purchase a Salt Lake Connect Pass. Sold in 1-, 2-, and 3-day increments, the pass offers free admission to 17 Northern Utah attractions.

Salt Lake City is a winter sports hub, and it’s no surprise that the winter months mark peak season here. Still, summer offers excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and other warm weather activities. Travelers will find the fewest crowds and best price deals during the spring and fall shoulder seasons.

Visas

Travelers from outside the United States will need a valid passport, as well as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) eligibility or a full visa.

Money

Currency is U.S. dollars and ATMs are widely available.

Travel Health

Before traveling, research and prepare for what to do if you get sick while away. For the latest health safety guidelines, as well as info on what’s currently open, visit the Utah.gov website.

Getting Here

The area is served by Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

Getting Around

The heart of the city, the Temple Square area, is easily explored on foot. To travel beyond here, travelers will need their own vehicle, or they can use bike- or ride-share services. The FrontRunner commuter rail offers service to Provo and Ogden.

Local Lingo

Appy Hour: Because Utah liquor laws don’t allow discounted alcohol sales, many restaurants offer “appy hours” when first-course prices are marked down. Zion Curtain: Refers to a now-revoked law, which required bartenders to hide behind partitions while making drinks.

Must-Have Apps

Uber; BCycle; Ski Utah Snow Report

Insider Tips

Before your trip, purchase a Salt Lake Connect Pass. Sold in 1-, 2-, and 3-day increments, the pass offers free admission to 17 Northern Utah attractions.