Perfect for families who love nature, hiking, snow & skiing.
A mountain-ringed capital — Temple Square, the Living Planet Aquarium, Lagoon, and world-class skiing minutes away.
What makes this a standout family trip.
Toddlers, kids and teenagers will love Salt Lake City’s mix of family attractions, dining and days out.
Salt Lake City combines Temple Square, Utah's Hogle Zoo, the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, Lagoon amusement park and the Natural History Museum with legendary skiing (Park City, Snowbird, Alta) up the canyons.
Altitude (pace the first day, hydrate); cold, snowy winters — layers; changeable mountain weather.
Summer (Jun–Sep) for hiking; winter (Dec–Mar) for snow
winter ski/snow season; zoo/aquarium visits year-round; hiking & scenic drives (spring–autumn); holiday-season events (Nov–Dec).
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