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 Buffalo, biking and boating |
4528 West 1700 South Salt Lake City, UT 84075 United States +1 801 773 2941 |
This barren state park offers grasslands, sand dunes, beaches, a marina and a wildlife refuge. The 15 mile long island provides trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Camping sites are available, and those staying overnight on the island have better odds of spotting some of the park's wildlife, including buffalo, deer and a variety of bird life. Auto access is through Syracuse. Drivers should take I-15 north to exit 335 and head west nine miles to the island causeway. The current entrance fee is $6 per automobile. Open Monday to Sunday year-round. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest open-pit copper mine |
State Route 48 (P.O. Box 232 Bingham Canyon) Salt Lake City, UT 84121 United States +1 801 252 3000 |
Located west of city center in the Oquirrh Mountains, this facility is both the world's oldest and largest open-pit copper mine. In operation since 1863, the mine has yielded 12 million tons of copper and a few lucky finds of gold and silver, as well. Today, the pit spans two and one-half miles and sinks one-half mile into the earth. An overlook provides excellent views of the mine, while a visitors' center offers displays and information. Motorists should call ahead to confirm hours before making the long trip out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 A downtown architectural gem |
331 East South Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States +1 801 328 8941 |
This Roman Catholic cathedral stands majestically near the avenues in Salt Lake City. The building was renovated in 1990. The Romanesque facade, with gargoyles and stained glass, invites visitors to enter its Gothic Revival chambers within. The Eccles organ welcomes all with its reeds and diapasons booming their robust tones. The clergy holds Mass regularly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Hands-on fun for tots |
840 North 300 West Salt Lake City, UT 84103 United States +1 801 328 3383 http://www.childmuseum.org |
Located in a renovated turn-of-the-century spa, this museum features a variety of hands-on exhibits for children of all ages. From digging for dinosaur bones and creating petroglyph rubbings, to experiencing the world from a wheelchair and exploring an artificial heart, children are encouraged to imagine and learn. Special programs are offered throughout the year, and you can even hold your child's birthday party at the museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gateway to the Stars |
110 South 400 W Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States +1 801 456 7827 http://www.clarkplanetarium.org/ |
Occupying an impressive limestone structure built in 1905; this interactive museum offers the young and young-at-heart an entertaining look at the universe. An ideal reward for kids who behaved well while touring nearby Temple Square, the museum encourages participation with simulated space flights, star shows, and dancing laser lights. Astronomy courses are available for all ages in the summer, and special programs are scheduled throughout the year. Call ahead to find out show timings. Exhibits are free, and shows vary from USD5-USD8. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A wealth of genealogical history |
35 North West Temple Street (across from Temple Square) Salt Lake City, UT 84150 United States +1 801 240 2331 |
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encourages its patrons to trace genealogies for important religious rituals. For this reason, Salt Lake City, headquarters of the LDS Church, is home to some of the most extensive genealogical research facilities in the world. More serious than its friendly FamilySearch Center sibling, the Family History Library offers comprehensive records in catalog, computer, print, microfilm and microfiche formats. Visitors should begin their search at the user-friendly computers here or at the FamilySearch Center. Admission and use of the research records are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Salt, salt, everywhere! |
7200 West Lake Point (I-80 Exit 111) Salt Lake City, UT 84074 United States +1 801 250 1898 / +1 435 773 2941 |
This area has been popular with bathers since the Mormon Pioneers first arrived in the basin in the middle of the 19th century. Although no swimming ability is necessary (the high salt content of the water keeps even non-swimmers afloat), bathers should be aware that the super-salty water may irritate throat, eyes and nose. A small visitors' center offers a museum, local information and a video about the lake, while the private SaltAir development provides a few shops, some food outlets and space for concerts and other events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Old-time locomotive memories |
450 South 600 West Salt Lake City, UT 84032 United States +1 435 654 5601 / +1 435 581 9980 http://www.hebervalleyrr.org/b... |
Diesel and steam engine trains travel along this historic railroad line through beautiful Soldier Hollow, Provo Canyon and Heber Valley. In wintertime, pot-bellied stoves keep riders warm inside passenger cars. Year-round, passengers may choose to ride in open-air cars for the full train journey experience. Try a train ride in autumn. You will be amazed by all of the colors that grace the mountains. The ride is great fun for kids. Calling ahead for tickets is strongly advised. Call for seasonal hours of operation Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aircraft on display |
7961 Wardleigh Rd (Exit 341 on I-15) Salt Lake City, UT 84056 United States +1 801 777 6868 / +1 801 777 6818 http://www.hill.af.mil/museum/ |
This military museum offers more than 50 aircraft in both indoor and outdoor displays. These displays range from the first U.S. military trainer (a bi-wing Stearman) to the ultra-modern SR-71 Blackbird. Favorite exhibits also include a flight simulator, missiles and a smattering of aviation-oriented artwork. Visitors should keep their eyes to the sky while outside the facility; four squadrons of F-16 Vipers call Hill Air Force base home, and the fighters can frequently be seen roaring off toward their training grounds. The staff will answer questions; admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Utah's biggest state zoo |
2600 East Sunnyside Ave Salt Lake City, UT 84108 United States +1 801 582 1631 / +1 801 584 1729 http://www.hoglezoo.org |
With an excellent staff and educational programs, this midsize zoo remains a favorite with kids. The zoo plays home to over 200 species. Outstanding exhibits include Elephant Encounter exhibit, the Primate Forest, and The African Savannah. The zoo remains open all year. Children two years and under are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nature's handiwork high on a hill |
300 Wakara Way University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT 84108 United States +1 801 581 4747 http://www.redbuttegarden.org/ |
Operated by the University of Utah, these botanical gardens offer visitors panoramic valley views and an extensive collection of plants, trees, flowers and shrubs from around the world. The gardens and arboretum remain open all year with displays changing to fit the season. The visitors' center offers frequent educational programs, miles of hiking trail beckon outdoor enthusiasts, and light shows, chamber concerts, and guided treks entertain guests throughout the year. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children between the ages of two and seventeen, U of U Staff, and seniors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Read all about it |
209 East 500 South Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States +1 801 524 8200 http://www.slcpl.lib.ut.us/ema... |
Whether you are just visiting the area or live here full time, the public library is the place to be. Many educational activities for both children and adults are available. Spend the day reading, studying or researching on the Internet. If the main branch does not have what you are looking for, try another area branch. Inter-library loans make it convenient to obtain and return materials from any location. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Emergent Film |
Various venues Salt Lake City, UT United States +1 435 776 7878 http://festival.sundance.org/ |
This is the top showcase for American independent films. The Festival culminates in the live broadcast of the Sundance Film Festival Awards, where kudos for excellence are bestowed by a jury and by audience vote. Past festivals have included films that have literally charted the history of independent cinema. Archival gems from early independent filmmakers, works by indigenous artists, animation of every kind, cutting-edge experimental works, midnight cult films, and the innovative Sundance Online Film Festival make the Festival a complete film experience that celebrates the art and community of film making. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Farm animals |
2095 N. West Frontage Road Salt Lake City, UT 84043 United States +1 801 768 4940 |
City kids love to visit this park where farm animals of all kinds are displayed and explained. Children are awed by how big the horses are and love to watch the cows get milked. Sheep, goats, and ostriches seem as interested in the children as the children are in them. An incubator houses hatching quail and chicken eggs, and an aquarium shows off both turtles and fish. A nominal donation is requested. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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5,000 years of world culture |
410 Campus Center Drive (on the University of Utah Campus) Salt Lake City, UT 84112 United States +1 801 581 7332 http://www.umfa.utah.edu/ |
Operated by the University of Utah, this collection holds more than 15,000 art objects from around the world. Cultures represented span 5,000 years and all seven continents. Egyptian art, Native American textiles, African artifacts, European paintings, and Oriental ceramics make the collection the finest resource for cultural studies of the city. Special educational programs, concerts, lectures, and an exceptionally knowledgeable staff complement the exhibits. Learn something new. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Utah's finest history museum |
1390 E Presidents Circle University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT 84112 United States +1 801 581 6927 http://www.umnh.utah.edu/ |
This museum offers you a journey into the natural world offering extensive collections of dinosaurs, Native American artifacts, rocks and minerals. It also offers exhibits specific to the Great Basin and Colorado Plateau. Located at the University of Utah, the Museum is educational as well as entertaining for adults and children alike. Special statewide outreach programs include curriculum kits for teachers, field trips, guided tours and natural history classes. See their website for prices and further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Renaissance revival architectural gem |
300 North State Street (on Capitol Hill) Salt Lake City, UT 84114 United States |
Utah's capitol building cost what was considered the amazing sum of USD2.7 million dollars to construct. Its rotunda reaches 165 feet and presides over an interior of marble noted for its light color and design. Massive Ionic columns, each carved from a single piece of marble, are thought to be the largest solid marble columns in the United States. Epic paintings around the arches and the rotunda represent Brigham Young and the Mormon pioneers. No admission fee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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