Rio Grande Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Popular places to visit
Salt Palace Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this romantic area.
City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.
Clark Planetarium
Explore the earth and the stars and marvel at artefacts from the Space Race – including a piece of moon rock.
Capitol Theater
Come and enjoy this busy and bustling centre of high culture, with its regular ballet, opera and musical performances.
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in Rio Grande
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Adorable hotel with excellent customer service. The room was huge. Not the cleanest, but it’s also the right price. The breakfast was lovely, though we only got to take advantage of it one of the days (we had to leave before breakfast was served the other days). I’m I could change one thing, that ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Room was great
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
We had a wonderful stay at the Hyatt during a volleyball tournament at the convention center. The accessibility to the convention center was definitely one of the highlights. Also, its proximity to the airport, shops, restaurants, and the historic sight seeing of Salt Lake was a plus. Everyone in ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
Great
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hilton Salt Lake City Center
Great
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
The Sheraton is such a neat hotel! The staff was so kind and the room was fabulous. I would stay there again! The only downfall is the room didn’t have a microwave, but there is one in the lobby. Thank you for a great stay!!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Grande
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.
Fairpark
When in Fairpark and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Utah State Fairpark or Gateway Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jackson/Euclid Station or Fairpark Station.
Capitol Hill
If you're spending time in Capitol Hill, check out sights like Utah State Capitol or Conference Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warm Springs Station or Temple Square Station.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah or Smith's Ballpark and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Eccles Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
Lower Avenues
Lower Avenues might not have many top sights, but Utah Governor's Mansion and Cathedral of the Madeleine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
