Things to Do with Kids in Salt Lake City, UT
39 qualified activities: museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and more.
By Kit, KidPaths editor
Reviews family planning details across KidPaths city guides.
Salt Lake City family activity overview
Salt Lake City family days are easiest when you account for elevation, dry air, and the distance between downtown, valley, and mountain stops.
Choose one area for the day rather than pairing a city museum with a faraway canyon outing. A focused plan leaves more room for weather and tired kids. Outdoor activities are usually best early in summer, while winter plans need extra time for road conditions, equipment, and warm-up breaks. Carry water in every season.
Toddlers need short paths, bathrooms, and reliable stroller access. Older kids may be ready for longer hikes, climbing, snow activities, science exhibits, or active indoor venues. Check air quality when smoke or winter inversions are possible. Free parks and public spaces can balance the cost of museums, rentals, or mountain activities. Confirm parking, reservations, and weather policies before committing.
One valley or mountain anchor with a nearby alternative is enough for a resilient day.
Top kid-friendly places in Salt Lake City
Parent planning notes
How to use this Salt Lake City guide without overplanning
Start with one anchor activity, then keep one nearby backup in mind. That keeps the day flexible if naps, weather, parking, or meal timing change the plan.
The current public guide has 39 KidPaths-vetted activities, including 26 indoor or mixed-weather options. The strongest shelf right now is entertainment, with 12 picks.
Each visible listing has cleared the public listing gate for original description depth, venue-specific photo quality, and basic family-planning usefulness.
Rainy-day backup
26 weather-safe picks
Salt Lake City has options that still work when weather changes.
Budget scan
14 free picks
Free does not always mean easy, so check parking, shade, and visit length.
Parent logistics
22 stroller-friendly stops
Listings call out stroller access, age fit, and practical notes that affect the day.
Freshness
Updated August 25, 2026
Average public rating across rated picks is 4.6. Send corrections when hours, prices, access, or photos change.
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Salt Lake City with kids: common questions
What are the best free things to do with kids in Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City has 14 free family activities. Top picks: Church History Museum, Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum, Sugar House Park, Murray City Park Playground, Wild West Jordan Playground. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/salt-lake-city.
What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City has 26 rainy-day options. Top indoor picks: Ninja Kidz Action Park, Kids Empire Salt Lake City, Smash it Rage Rooms, Church History Museum, Natural History Museum of Utah.
What are the best activities for toddlers in Salt Lake City?
32 activities in Salt Lake City are rated for toddlers (ages 1 to 3). Parent favorites: Kids Empire Salt Lake City, Water Conservation Garden at Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, Church History Museum, Natural History Museum of Utah, The Big Green.
Which Salt Lake City attractions are stroller-friendly?
22 of 39 activities in Salt Lake City are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.
What are fun things to do with teens in Salt Lake City?
23 activities in Salt Lake City are rated for teens (ages 13 to 17). Top picks: Ninja Kidz Action Park, Water Conservation Garden at Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, Smash it Rage Rooms, Church History Museum, Natural History Museum of Utah.
How much do family activities cost in Salt Lake City?
KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 39 activities in Salt Lake City. 14 are completely free. These are planning ranges, so confirm current tickets, parking, food, and add-on costs with the venue.
EntertainmentNinja Kidz Action Park
Ages: Little Kids to Teens
EntertainmentKids Empire Salt Lake City
Ages: Infants to Big Kids
Farms & NaturePartially FreeWater Conservation Garden at Red Butte Garden and Arboretum
Ages: Toddlers to Teens
EntertainmentSmash it Rage Rooms
Ages: Big Kids to Teens
MuseumsFreeChurch History Museum
Ages: All Ages
MuseumsNatural History Museum of Utah
Ages: Toddlers to Teens
EntertainmentThe Big Green
Ages: Infants to Tweens
EntertainmentClaw Zone
Ages: Little Kids to Teens
MuseumsFreeMonte L. Bean Life Science Museum
Ages: Toddlers to Teens
EntertainmentAirborne Draper
Ages: Toddlers to Teens
Tours & ExperiencesFreeSugar House Park
Ages: All Ages
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeMurray City Park Playground
Ages: Toddlers to Big Kids
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