Live Like a Local in Salt Lake City

Getting off the beaten path and discovering hidden gems is one of the wonders of travel. But how do you find those special places? Ask a local. Hotel Monaco helps you make the most of your Salt Lake City and Utah stay by sharing our staff's favorite picks and insider tips.

We asked our intrepid staff: "If you had only two days in Salt Lake City, what would you do?" Take a peek, have some fun and Live Like a Local.

Eat

Nathan Powers - Local for 4 years

Bambara Chef

Tip 1: Local cheeses and exotic imported olive oils from Tony Caputo's.
Tip 2: The Glen Wild Trail in Park City for early season mountain biking is great!

Drink

Austin Craig - Local for 28 years

Bartender

Tip 1: The Tavernacle Social Club
Tip 2: The City Creek Trail offers rejuvenating and "out of the city" feeling both convenient and accessible anytime.

Wellness

Shawn Jackson - Local for 9 years

Sales Manager and Entertainment Guru

Tip 1: A great local facility, next to the one in our hotel, is The Gym located at the City Creek.
Tip 2: On a beautiful day, you'll find me running 3 to 10 miles up the City Creek Canyon - you're welcome to join me!

Retail Therapy

Jason Olea - Local for 10 years

Front Office Manager

Tip 1: The City Creek Shopping Center is a place not to be missed!
Tip 2: The Utah Woolen Mills is a great local store which was featured in the GQ Magazine.

Play

Jacob Larsen - Local for 25 years

Accounts Payable Clerk / General Cashier

Tip 1: The Thanksgiving Point offers amazing, yet entertaining activities such as golf, gardens, and museum.
Tip 2: When in season, steep and deep snowboarding and skiing is just minutes away!

One of a Kind

Kelsey Sitton - Local for 8 years

Front Desk Agent

Tip 1: Escape to the Top Of The World!
Tip 2: Indigenous to Utah only - you must visit Ruby Snap Cookies!

For more information about any of these suggestions and additional favorites, contact Hotel Monaco's concierge at (801) 595-0000.