Salt Lake City · Salt Lake County, UT
Arts & Culture in Salt Lake City
Scout analyzed 156 Salt Lake City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.
Places analyzed
156
Matches
26
Typical spend
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Typical visit
1.4 hr
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Natural History & Canyon Views Afternoon
Immerse yourselves in Utah's rich natural and cultural history at the stunning Natural History Museum, exploring its modern galleries and scenic location. Afterward, enjoy a contemporary meal with locally sourced American fare at a renowned downtown restaurant. Cap off the afternoon with breathtaking panoramic views from Ensign Peak.
Date Night in Downtown Salt Lake City
Start your evening with a dose of modern art, browsing thought-provoking exhibits in a vibrant downtown gallery. Transition to a romantic Italian dinner, savoring authentic Northern Italian flavors in an art-filled setting. Conclude with an optional craft cocktail in a hip, intimate bar.
Scout-verified spots
Rio Grande
Utah Museum of Contemporary Art
Modern art spot featuring works by local & national artists in paint, photographs, sculpture & more.
Nightlife
Prohibition
Speakeasy-influenced bar offering elevated small plates, craft cocktails & live entertainment.
Capitol Hill
Land Cruiser Heritage Museum
Outdoors
Great Salt Lake State Park
Recreation area providing boat slips, panoramic viewing areas of the lake & interpretive exhibits.
Outdoors
Ferguson Canyon Trail Head
East Central
Coffee Garden
Contemporary, brick-walled coffee shop with a seasonal patio, pastries & a relaxed vibe.
Rio Grande
Lake Effect
Craft drinks & global small plates are served in an intimate setting with live music.
Capitol Hill
Ensign Peak
City park featuring a short, steep trail to an expansive scenic overlook with a historic monument.
Rio Grande
Urban Hill
Ballpark
Engine Room
Central City
Salt & Olive
Ballpark
The Honeysuckle Coffee Co.
Outdoors
Cecret Lake Trail
Central City
Loki Coffee - Salt Lake, Utah
Outdoors
Bell Canyon Granite Trailhead
Ballpark
Le Boeuf French-Italian Restaurant & Wine
Rio Grande
The Rose Establishment
Hip, down-home coffeehouse with exotic beans & loose-leaf tea, plus in-house bakery & sandwich menu.
Rio Grande
Matteo Ristorante Italiano
Outdoors
Neffs Canyon
Canyon Rim
Parleys Historic Nature Park
City retreat offering 68 acres of jogging & walking paths, plus an off-leash dog walking area.
Capitol Hill
Ensign Peak Trailhead
Downtown
Roots Coffee Salt Lake City
Outdoors
Bloods Lake Trailhead
Central City
Killa Nikkei
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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