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Things to Do 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 getaway to Utah by sharing our staff's insider tips on things to do in Salt Lake City.

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
Chef Nathan Powers

Chef Nathan Powers - Local for 4 years

Executive Chef

  • Hands down restaurant suggestion is Pago. Killer food and all local. They even have their own farm … And wines that they personally negotiate bringing in to Utah

  • Local cheeses and exotic imported olive oils from Tony Caputo's.

Drink
Austin Craig

Austin Craig - Local for 28 years

Bartender

  • The Vault here at the Monaco.  We have a great time with cocktails and alsways have a fun new cocktail to try.

  • The City Creek Trail offers rejuvenating and "out of the city" feeling both convenient and accessible anytime.

Wellness
Shawn Jackson

Shawn Jackson - Local for 9 years

Sales Manager

  • A great local facility, next to the one in our hotel, is The Gym located at the City Creek.

  • 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

Jason Olea - Local for 10 years

Front Office Manager

  • The Utah Woolen Mills is a great local store which was featured in the GQ Magazine

  • The City Creek Shopping Center is a place not to be missed!

Play
Jacob Larsen

Jacob Larsen - Local for 25 years

Accounts Payable

  • When in season, steep and deep snowboarding and skiing is just minutes away!

  • The Thanksgiving Point offers amazing, yet entertaining activities such as golf, gardens, and museum.

One of a kind
Kelsey Sitton

Kelsey Sitton - Local for 8 years

Front Desk Agent

  • Indigenous to Utah only - you must visit Ruby Snap Cookies!

  • Bonneville Shoreline hiking trail. It gives you a panoramic view of the University of Utah, as far south as the eye can see, and even a beautiful view of the Salt Lake (particularly at sunset)!

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