Rio Grande Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Popular places to visit
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 temples in this romantic area.
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.
Clark Planetarium
See a piece of the moon and find out your weight on other planets at this cutting-edge planetarium.
Capitol Theater
Catch a show in this performing arts building that features ballet, opera and musicals.
Delta Center
Catch an event at Delta Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
Eccles Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Eccles Theater on your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Top hotels in Rio Grande
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Friendly, helpful staff. Upgraded our room. Always a wonderful breakfast with so many fresh options!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
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Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
checked in late, very easy, was looked out for with a nice room selection for my stay
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Great staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown
Clean and nice- great breakfast.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Courtyard Salt Lake City Downtown
The room was clean and neat. Staff was very friendly and helpful. A great place to stay while in downtown SLC.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Grande
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.
Fairpark
When in Fairpark and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Utah State Fairpark or Gateway Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jackson/Euclid Station or Fairpark Station.
Capitol Hill
If you're spending time in Capitol Hill, check out sights like Utah State Capitol or Conference Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warm Springs Station or Temple Square Station.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah or Smith's Ballpark and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Eccles Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
Lower Avenues
Lower Avenues might not have many top sights, but Cathedral of the Madeleine and Utah State Capitol are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
