Canyon Rim Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
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
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings 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.
Things to do
Transformational Breath & Ice Bath Workshop
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City
Top hotels in Canyon Rim
Little America Hotel
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
The Metropolitan Inn
Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Midvalley
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 Cinemark Sugarhouse 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
While visiting East Bench, you might make a stop by sights like Donut Falls and Big Cottonwood Canyon.
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 Telephone Creek.
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 Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark.
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.