7 Dreamy Spots To Visit Around Salt Lake City That Show Every Color Of The Rainbow
If picking your favorite hue is too hard because you love them all, these fantastic finds will fill your world with rainbow dreams for days. These colorful spots around Salt Lake City offer you the chance to explore bright destinations and sample all they have to offer. From pastels to jewel-tones, you will be swept away by the eye-popping sights.
Grab your favorite person, pack a wardrobe to match, and venture out to find each one of these technicolor spots. Or pick your favorite shade and spend the day snapping some seriously 'wow' worthy photos.
Even if you don't have a favorite pigment, these gems might just help you find your new one.
The Gateway
Price: Free
Location: 200 S. 400 W., Salt Lake City, UT
Why You Need To Go: This amazing shopping center encompasses every fantastic color of the rainbow throughout its space for totally eye-popping photos.
Dolcetti Gelato
Price: Free
Location: 902 E. 900 S., Salt Lake City, UT
Why You Need To Go: The perfectly pink aesthetic will gratify your eyes while the deliciously sweet treats will please your stomach.
Red Iguana
Price: Free
Location: Multiple
Why You Need To Go: Grab a bite to eat at this popular Mexican-style eatery while you snap a collection of righteous red photos.
Capitol Reef National Park
Price: $20
Location: 52 W. Headquarters Dr., Teasdale, UT
Why You Need To Go: Located a short day trip away from Salt Lake, this unique park is filled with miles of orange sandstone.
Red Butte Garden
Price: $14
Location: 300 S. Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT
Why You Need To Go: While you can find a variety of colors represented here, the soft yellow blooms offer all of the feel-good vibes.
Liberty Park
Price: Free
Location: 600 E. 900 S., Salt Lake City, UT
Why You Need To Go: Channel your inner green goddess or god while you spend a day frolicking around this lush park.
Meadow Hot Springs
Price: Free
Location: From Salt Lake, follow I-15 toward the Meadow. Take Meadow Main Street south about 1.5 miles then turn right past the last of the buildings. Follow the dirt road west for 4.8 miles.
Why You Need To Go: These privately owned navy and turquoise springs are just a short drive from the city and are open to the public.
We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location, you check the most recent updates on potential hazards, security, water quality, and closures. If you do plan to visit a location, respect the environment.
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