Family Hiking and Sightseeing Adventure in Salt Lake City

Day 1: Nature and Scenic Views

Salt Lake City, USA

8:00 AM

Breakfast at The Breakfast Bar

Fuel up with a delicious breakfast at The Breakfast Bar, featuring fresh, local ingredients and hearty options to energize your family for a day of exploration.
Drive 10 minutes from your hotel to The Breakfast Bar.
USD 60, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Hiking at Ensign Peak

After breakfast, embark on a family-friendly hike up Ensign Peak, where you'll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of Salt Lake City and the Great Salt Lake.
A short 5-minute drive will take you to the Ensign Peak trailhead.
FREE, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at The Pie Pizzeria

Treat your family to a delicious lunch at The Pie Pizzeria, famous for its unique toppings and impressive portion sizes, a perfect stop after your hike.
Drive 10 minutes from Ensign Peak to The Pie Pizzeria.
USD 70, 1 hour

1:30 PM

Visit the Utah State Capitol

Post-lunch, take a scenic drive to the Utah State Capitol to admire its stunning architecture and enjoy a short guided tour to learn about Utah's history and government.
The capitol building is a brief 5-minute drive from the pizzeria.
FREE, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Hiking at Red Butte Garden Trail

Head over to Red Butte Garden for another hike on its beautiful trails, where you can explore a variety of plants in a serene environment and let the kids enjoy the natural surroundings.
The gardens are a quick 10-minute drive from the Utah State Capitol.
USD 14, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Dinner at Café Trang

After your invigorating hikes, enjoy dinner at Café Trang, a local favorite for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine and cozy atmosphere that everyone in the family will love.
Drive 15 minutes from Red Butte Garden to Café Trang.
USD 80, 1.5 hours

6:30 PM

Scenic Drive along Big Cottonwood Canyon

Finish your day with a scenic drive through Big Cottonwood Canyon, where you can soak in the breathtaking views and, if time allows, stop at a few lookout points for photos.
It’s about a 20-minute drive from Café Trang to the canyon entrance.
FREE, 1 hour

7:30 PM

Relax Back at Your Hotel

Conclude your adventurous day by unwinding at your hotel, sharing stories of the stunning sights and moments spent together in nature.
Drive back to your hotel, approximately 30 minutes from the canyon.
FREE, Rest of the night
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