This museum was amazing! We toured the Bugs! Exhibit and loved learning about many amazing insect…read moresurvival tactics. The museum is best when you start at the top floor and make your way down. The spiraling ramps going to each section made the exhibits flow very nicely. Learning about how rich Utah is in dinosaur fossils and their locations was very interesting.

The Triceratops wall alone was worth the visit! Then there were all the other prehistoric skeletal…read moredisplays, the leveled time period displays, the outdoor lookouts, and the indigenous people's informational displays--amazing!

They have a neat museum featuring textiles right now!…read more The Utah Cultural Celebration Center is one of those places that quietly holds some of the best events in the Salt Lake area. I've been here for several work conferences, art shows, and community events, and it always delivers. The space itself is open, light-filled, and flexible. It somehow works just as well for professional presentations as it does for creative exhibits and big cultural gatherings. There's this peaceful energy about it, like the space knows how to hold people and ideas and creativity all at once without being overwhelming. I've been to Great Salt Lake art events here that were honestly stunning. Local artists, thoughtful installations, and the kind of vibe where you run into people you know and leave feeling more connected. For work events, it's comfortable and professional but not stiff, which is exactly what you want when you're networking or presenting something important. It's the kind of place that adapts to what you need it to be. A thoughtful conference venue, a celebration space, an art gallery, a gathering place. Every time I've gone, I've left feeling like I got something out of it. Whether it was ideas, inspiration, or just a really good conversation in the hallway. Definitely one of Utah's most versatile and underrated gems.

I love a good event as much as the next guy, but what makes it even better is when there's…read moreintentional effort made to be inclusive and diverse-especially in a state that's known for its lack of diversity. However, I believe you can find what you're looking for-whatever that is-so if you want culture, diversity and to surround yourself with learning and growing experiences, you can find them. OK, off my soapbox. This center is part event venue, part museum. They have a variety of exhibits on display, some rotate seasonally. They also hold concerts, community gatherings and, well, celebrations here. There's ample parking and lots of outdoor space which hosts festivals and concerts in the summer. Inside, there's a large multi-purpose room that welcomes guests and offers a nice stage for performances. Keep it on your radar if you're looking to fill your calendar and try something new. Maybe I'll see you there.

If you're wondering where the main character energy was on New Year's Eve in Salt Lake City, it was…read moreat the Leonardo Museum. This gala? Absolutely delivered. I'm talking dressed-up crowd, glitter everywhere, real champagne, and the kind of DJ who knew exactly when to drop Beyoncé, ABBA, and a surprise 2000s throwback that had all of us losing our minds. I came in thinking I might just sip something bubbly and leave before midnight. Instead, I danced for four hours straight, made new friends, and now have a very blurry selfie that might become a family heirloom. The setting was gorgeous, by the way. Big open spaces, cool lighting, and just enough art and architecture to make you feel elevated while also clutching your clutch and screaming the lyrics to "Mr. Brightside." The vibe was party, but in a classy way. Like you could go full glam and not feel out of place, but also not feel judged if you kicked your heels off before midnight and went rogue on the dance floor. Which I did. No regrets. Would I go again? Already planning my outfit. 10 out of 10, would ring in the new year under a disco ball surrounded by Salt Lake's most unhinged and best-dressed again.

It was my birthday this past week, so my boyfriend and I went to The Leonardo. I had never been…read morebefore and it seemed to be a perfect fit for the two of us. We really enjoyed our time exploring the museum and the hands on activities available. Something we found interesting was that on a Saturday morning it was pretty empty, it definitely started to pick up around early afternoon. Also a bit of a warning, there is no free or validated parking on site. We ended up parking in a public lot nearby and paying a fee.

When I saw that this was coming to town, I was so excited! I've been to other cities' locations and…read morealways had a blast walking through the museum, taking wild photos and messing with my mind as I stared at different art. Then, my adventure buddy suggested we check it out and I was all on board! I appreciate that there are staff members throughout the museum that are eager and willing to help you get just the right shot. They will happily pose you and then take your picture with your cell phone-so come with a fully charged battery and enough storage. In addition to the photo ops, there are neat exhibits throughout that you can stop to admire. Toward the end of the journey, there's a room filled with interactive games that are super fun. Give yourself plenty of time to check everything out-and try to go during off peak hours (we had the entire place to ourselves and it was amazing!) Admission is a little spendy, but if you are going to truly savor the experience and take your time, it's a very worthy activity.

I stumbled upon this cool spot while I was cruising Salt Lake City. There is a parking garage right…read moreacross from here and the cost is very affordable. I came here alone but I still had a tone of fun. You obviously will have more fun if you bring more people because of the optics and illusions but get yourself a tripod and check it out alone if you are in town. My favorite illusions were the mirror room, giant kaleidoscope and the little dinner room. You'll get some cool pictures here for sure and well, honestly it gets you thinking about perception and point of views.

We checked out the Salt Lake City Public Library while on vacation in SLC. It's an architectural…read morefeast with 4 stories and natural light pouring in through all the glass! All of the levels and common areas had an abundance of space and tall ceilings! The stairs and elevators were close together and easy to navigate. The Children's Library on the downstairs level was adorable! It brandished childrens' artwork, play tables and many other fun ideas. We ventured through each level and then made our way to the rooftop which had a lot of seating and spectacular views of downtown SLC and its surroundings. The weather was perfect to stay up there and chat for an hour. We also visited the Library Bees- we didn't expect to find Langstroth hives inside a library. This is the coolest library I've been to in the US. If you love books and libraries this is a can't miss experience.

Is this the most amazing library in the country?? I can't imagine a better one. My kids spent 1.5…read morehours in just two of the little alcoves in the kid floor downstairs. It's incredible. There's an enclosed outdoor area as well, an "attic," so much tactile stuff, even an enclosed play pen for littles with walls of board books. And that's just one of five floors (+ rooftop garden). There are shops and a cafe on the main entrance. They give you two free hours of parking, which will FLY by. Honestly, I could live here.

This is definitely a go-to place if you are visiting SLC. The church does everything first class. I…read morehighly recommend doing the Temple Tour at the Visitor's Center. It takes you through a full size replica rooms of what inside temples are like. The Visitor's Center tells about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints without being preachy. If you are curious about what the inside of a temple looks like, some of the Christ-centered teachings of the church, or the history of the area, this is a good place to go. There is a spectacular replication of The Christus statue in one wing of the visitor center. This is a must see. Park in the underground Conference Center parking then get your parking validated at the visitor's center for free parking. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!

Spent some time in Temple Square when I was in town this week for a conference…read more I learned about the Restoration from statues on the grounds, entered the tabernacle to view the massive organ inside, and was impressed by the architecture of both the Assembly Hall and the Temple, which is currently closed for restorations till April 2027, after which it will be open to the general public for 6 months. Will be back, as I wasn't able to attend the noon choir during this trip.

Remember this is a local artist exhibit. Not professional. For what it is, it's a unique…read moreexperience. And impressive given everything is up cycle/ reused or donated I'm not comparing to meow wolf or other immersion experiences. It is amateur in comparison. It was fun and I bought pictures from local artists after. We thought the ball pit was the bath tub. But relieved to see there was a real ball pit later 4.5 stars

When planning our visit in SLC, it was my wife's idea to check out Dreamscapes. You can either…read morepurchase tickets online or in person. I thought it was best to purchase in person, just in case we were late and not knowing how the parking would effect our arrival. Luckily there was parking near there, but only paid $3.50 an hr to park, so might as well. I figured it may take us about an hour to explore Dreamscapes. I saw the sign in the front of there store to scan and purchase tickets on your phone. The lady when over a few rules and procedure. We really had a fun and enjoyable time filled with laughter. The creativity and unique concept gave each room an amazing experience. Plenty of photo ops you could think of which made it interesting. If you have a weird but artistic imagination, I believe you will enjoy Dreamscapes.

This was a cool find upon my exploration of Salt Lake City!…read more I have been reading and following a book this summer called The Artist Way where the idea is to write morning pages to open your mind and flow with creativity. Additionally, it tasks you with one thing each week as your "Artist's Date." That could be anything from rummaging through an estate sale, going to a funky shop by yourself.. basically any new experience. This venture into the tabernacle served as my artist's date for the week. Honestly I was more into exploring downtown Salt Lake than planning to head to the temple grounds, but as I got closer I grew intrigued to see it. I also had someone following me and shouting obscenities, so when I saw the green space here (and security officers and crowds), I thought, sure, why not head that way?! The tabernacle has a presence, for sure. It was quiet, with some people pulling up seats in the pews and just kicking back. There was no live choir, but at one point a recording of choir went off and added a nice ambiance. Someone got up to do an acoustic display; they dropped a pencil without a mic and I could hear it clear as day in the back. The domed roof allows for that, similar to many cathedrals I've been in across Europe. I enjoyed the energy here. I heard lots of Mormons connecting as many had traveled from various cities and continents, and while not Mormon myself, I caught glimpses of their community and belonging that were nice to observe. Sometimes the unplanned discoveries when out and about, or on the artist's date in this case, are some of the more fun elements of day to day living. This one definitely snuck up on me, and I'm grateful for the brief experience.

Seeing the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square was one of those experiences that made me feel…read moregenuinely grateful to be there. I was fortunate enough to catch a live broadcast of Music and the Spoken Word, and everything was beautifully organized from start to finish. The performance began and ended exactly on schedule, and the whole experience flowed with such calm precision that it felt almost effortless. The music was moving, the atmosphere was peaceful, and the setting made it feel incredibly special. It's something that truly felt once in a lifetime for me, and I loved every moment of it.

The theater was not made for tall or wide people, there are some seats that are akin to the worst…read moreseat on a tiny plane so be very careful with seat selection. Also, don't expect to be comfortable. Unless you understand the language of the opera, the box seats are horrible - seeing back stage is distracting, sound isn't surround so you sometimes can't hear parts, and the subtitles are not in your eye-line. Bathrooms are clean but again, small stalls and not a lot of room. Concessions is very basic and you're only allowed water in the theatre. Due to the affordability, I'll continue to buy season tickets. There's no plans to upgrade this place unfortunately so we're stuck with a mediocre design - you're best best is to call and ensure you sit exactly where you want for your desired experience.

I'm from New York City and regularly attended the New York City Ballet at the Lincoln Center. I…read morepretty much thought enjoying the ballet was over for me when moving out west and was very surprised to find a world class experience here in Salt Lake City. The Capitol Theatre is a worthy home of the high-quality work that is presented here. It's a little bit less grand than what I'm used to, but still a beautiful stage and curtain that is well appointed and does what any good theater should. It successfully puts your mind in body in that space where you're ready to digest an artistic effort with just the right amount of respect and anticipation that is appropriate. It's also well managed. I've been to a couple of events held here in the lobby that were again... Perfectly conceived and executed. This is a real feather in Salt Lake City's cap.

The moment I stepped into the museum, I felt a calm and inviting energy from the front desk staff…read more It made such a difference for me, especially when my intentions are to come with an open mind and relaxed energy. Parking can be found in the streets paid thru the app or machine. Saturday and Sunday is free, but of course, check the signs. The museum is free, but donations are welcomed. The museum has two levels. It's quite smaller than other contemporary museums I've been to, but still have a lot of great, meaningful artwork and pieces. It took me approx. an hour to really appreciate and look at all of them. The theme of the exhibit mostly focused around the use of clay, ceramic and porcelain from what I noticed. There were two separate rooms each featuring video installations as art. More information about current and/or upcoming exhibits can be found in the website. The place is clean, bright, and well laid out. There is a small gift store near the entrance behind the front desk. They sell cute items; and some seasonal items from artists. I'll be returning again when there are new exhibits/artwork.

Nice exhibits overall. No fee for entry, but donations are welcomed which is nice due to its…read moreoverall size. Good for a quick explorations. I'd say about 45 mins for wandering the 2 floors.