A Bomb Girls Trip Guide to 36 Hours in Salt Lake City

Ah, I can still feel the rush of trying to make it to all 50 states. Utah was one of the ones I had left and one of my best girl friends, Britt, said she'd tag along. I rented the cutest car (doesn't this scream girls trip?) and we were off. Let's dive into my travel guide for Salt Lake City, Utah...
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first stop: ensign peak

After being in the car for hours, it was nice to stretch our legs! This landmark is a MUST. If you want a casual walk, there's a photo view point 1/3 up the mountain. This spot is pretty dang cool, BUT if you dress for a hike, trek to the top! Your jaw will drop. (Yes we were not dressed, but determined!)

​ Also, be careful to check the weather beforehand. It can get pretty cold as you're hiking up. A hat and gloves would've been nice. We made the hike in October! This is a super fun thing to do in Salt Lake City, especially for young adults. It's unique and the view is incredible. Bring your camera if you can!

TIP: This spot is free, so leave your wallets at home. In addition to that, the sunset was gorgeous here. It was just us two girls and we felt perfectly safe at dusk!

second stop: settebello pizzeria

Alright, whose ready for some pizza? Cuz we were starved! We checked out Settebello and the Margherita pizza was clutch. I'd order two pizzas or a pizza and appetizer if you're sharing with someone! We paired it with their meat and cheese platter.

​ If I went back, I'd do two pizzas so it'd be more filling! The pizza was $13 and the platter was $15. Therefore, it was a little pricey but our waiter was sweet. We asked about cool bars nearby and he recommended some great ones!

*TIP- the restaurant has their own parking. Do not pay for public parking! Their spots are nestled down the alley, behind the restaurant.
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third stop: bar x

If y'all are tired, hit the hay! I totally wanted to, but Britt sweetly dragged me out of our hotel room and I'm so thankful she did! Bar X is super classy. They had live music and the guy was playing blues. It was pretty relaxing. Their drinks were quite fancy though, so we only had one! It had such a fun ambiance though.

FUN FACT: Someone in the comments told me Ty Burrell from Modern Family owns Bar X. How neat! If you ever see me go somewhere and know something cool about that place, leave it below. I love telling my readers what you guys know!​

fourth stop: beer bar

So, funny story. We actually planned on trying out the Beer Bar first, because it looked more chill. Lol, but we couldn't find the door! It looked as if they were attached, so we went ahead into Bar X. While inside, we noticed you could walk directly over to the Beer Bar from inside. Score! If you're from SLC, let me know if there's a real door or if you really have to go through the other bar lol!

Out of the two, I liked the Beer Bar better. It was very spacious, industrial, and had high ceilings. There was a greater selection of beer and wine as well. They have food too! If you love beer, this is YOUR place. The bartender was super helpful with finding a beer Britt would like! Pretty sure the Beer Bar prices were cheaper as well. If you're looking for adult things to do in Salt Lake, you must check out the Beer Bar!

fifth stop: sweet lake biscuits + limeade

If you have a hotel breakfast, eat that and then come here for brunch! This was my FAVORITE place we ate on the whole trip. Their food is absolutely delicious and they have $4 mimosas!!!

Could've sat there all day. This is such a great space to fuel up for exploring! I ordered the Conspiracy Pancakes and Britt had the Titanic Sandwich. Both of our items were $12 or under! :) Sweet Lake Biscuits is a must to add to your itinerary!
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sixth stop: great salt lake

I did not expect to love this place as much as I did. Before I thought, "it's a lake in the middle of Utah, how big can it be?" I didn't imagine being welcomed by snowy mountains. I didn't imagine the strong smell of salt. I didn't imagine an adorable harbor with crazy cool boats.

With a $3 fee per vehicle, you can't miss this spot. Take your time. Roam the beach and perimeter. Walk along the docks by the harbor. Relax and breathe deeply. Exploring this lil park was the most peaceful thing we did on the trip! 
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seventh stop: coffee break @ the rose establishment

This is a great last stop if you're ready to hop on the road. I ordered an Americano and Britt had an espresso shot, that came with sparkling water! If I had any homework to do over the weekend, this would have been the perfect place to do it. There was plenty of seating, rustic decor, and a whole lot of quiet!

Throughout this trip, we stayed at the Ramada By Wyndham Salt Lake City. This place was $79 a night! It was an okay no frills hotel, but it had a pool and the room was clean. Next time I may stay in a different neighborhood though because I didn't love this one! 

That's all I got! I hope this helps you plan a killa trip to Utah. It was such a good time rounding up free things to do, fun activities for adults, and yummy restaurants in Salt Lake City. Drop your email below if you want exclusive travel tips and deals from the best booking websites!
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