Canyon Rim 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 shops in this family-friendly area.
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Utah as part of your travels around Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Temple Square
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Catch an event at Rice-Eccles Stadium during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Antelope Island Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Adventure
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Top hotels in Canyon Rim
Little America Hotel
Extremely happy. Parking ease, upgraded room, felt like royalty.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Great location, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent breakfast and easy check in and check out. Highly recommend, A++
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Grand America Hotel
Great property - clean, fancy and immaculately maintained. I stay here whenever I visit SLC.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
We stayed at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City and overall had a good experience. We had a super early flight coming in, so being able to check in early was a huge plus and definitely appreciated. The property itself is beautiful—very clean, well-kept, and just a really nice overall vibe. The rooftop ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Parking was very simple and easy, check in was fairly smooth and everything else was just fine
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport
I really like this hotel for an overnight stay. Its easy to get to and the staff is great.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
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.
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.
East Central
While you're in East Central, take in top sights like Gilgal Sculpture Garden and jump on the metro at 900 East Station to see more of the city.
