Canyon Rim Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Salt Palace Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Salt Palace Convention Center, a top convention centre in Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this romantic area.
Temple Square
Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.
Salt Lake Temple
This imposing neo-Gothic monument to the Mormon faith sits proudly in the heart of Temple Square.
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.
Big Cottonwood Canyon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Cottonwood Canyon during your travels in East Bench. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Activities
Downtown Salt Lake City Snowboard Rental Package - Adult & Junior
Downtown Salt Lake City Preferred Ski Rental Package - Adult & Junior
10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle
Salt Lake City: Haunted Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Canyon Rim
Sugar House
The lake views and restaurants are a few things visitors like about Sugar House. Check out Forest Dale Golf Course while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to get around town.
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.
East Bench
If you're spending time in East Bench, check out sights like Big Cottonwood Canyon or Hogle Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at University South Campus Station or Stadium Station.
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.