12 Walk-Friendly Things To Do Around Salt Lake City (That Won’t Wreck Your Feet) — Family Edition
Salt Lake City is built for real-life walking: smooth sidewalks, shady park loops, hands-on museums, and mellow paths where kids can roam. Below are 12 mom-tested ideas with addresses, stroller tips, bathrooms, parking, and what to wear so everyone finishes happy.
1) Main Street → City Creek Window-Shop Loop
Start: City Creek Center, 50 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. Bathrooms & food courts on site.
Why it’s family-easy: Smooth sidewalks, escalator breaks, plenty of places to sit and snack.
Route idea (30–60 min): Begin near Gallivan Center, stroll up Main, dip into City Creek, loop back via South Temple.
Wear this: Cushioned yet polished sneaks. Try Women’s Walking Shoes, and Comfort Insoles.
2) Temple Square Gardens Stroll
Start: Temple Square, 50 N West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150. Grounds access varies during renovations; check onsite updates.
Why: Quiet paths, benches, and pretty landscaping; easy to turn into a short out-and-back.
Stroller level: Paved, flat. Wear: Breathable support—Breathable Sneakers + Light Layers.
3) 9th & 9th Murals Hunt
Start: The 9th & 9th intersection (900 S & 900 E). Short blocks, local shops, and street art; kid-friendly “mural bingo.”
Stroller level: Sidewalks with frequent stops. Wear: Flexible soles—All-Day Comfort Shoes + Everyday Socks.
4) Sugar House District Stroll
Start: Sugar House business district (around 2100 S & 1100 E) with cafés, shops, and an easy link to the park.
Why: Mix city blocks with a quick green-space break.
Wear: Everyday sneaker with a touch of grip—Water-Resistant Styles.
5) Liberty Park Big Loop (+ Tracy Aviary add-on)
Address: 600 Harvey Milk Blvd (600 E), Salt Lake City, UT 84105. Restrooms and playgrounds on site.
Why: Flat, shady, and social; perfect for strollers, scooters, and grandparents.
Wear: Cushioned walkers + low-friction socks—Walking Shoes, Anti-Blister Kits.
6) Sugar House Park Perimeter
Address: 1330 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84106. Wide paths, lake views; easy parking at multiple lots.
Stroller level: Paved, gentle grades.
7) Jordan River Parkway (Stroller-Friendly Segment)
Easy trailhead: Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W 1000 N, Salt Lake City, UT 84116. Connects to car-light paved segments.
Why: Long, low-stress miles with shade and riverside views; pick an out-and-back based on kid energy.
Wear: Plush cushioning for concrete—Max-Cushion Walkers + Support Insoles.
8) Memory Grove → Capitol Views
Address: 300 N Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84103. Gentle climb with city views; lots of benches.
Surface: Paved + firm dirt. Wear: Stable sneakers with heel hold—Supportive Walking Shoes.
9) International Peace Gardens (Jordan Park)
Address: 1060 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104. Flat, themed gardens; free admission; great for short explorations.
Wear: Lightweight, breathable shoes—Breathable Sneakers.
10) The Leonardo + Library Square (Weather-Proof Plan)
Addresses: The Leonardo, 209 E 500 S (check status; temporary closure noted); Main Library & Library Square, 210 E 400 S.
Why: Hands-on exhibits when open, plus an open plaza and the stunning glass-walled library for quiet laps.
Wear: Concrete-friendly cushioning—All-Day Standing picks + Packable Hoodies.
11) Natural History Museum of Utah + Terrace Views
Address: 301 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. Well-signed parking; beautiful terraces overlooking the valley.
Wear: Support + cushion for museum floors—Supportive Walking Shoes.
12) The Gateway Art Walk + Discovery Gateway
Addresses: The Gateway spans 400 W & 200 S downtown; Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum is 444 W 100 S.
Why: Wide promenades, rotating art/events, and a kids’ museum fallback all in one zone.
Wear: Versatile sneakers that go daytime → dinner—Casual Shoes & Apparel
What to Pack (Mom Edit)
- Breathable socks to cut friction → Performance Socks
- Weather layer (mountain weather turns fast) → Hoodies · Water-Resistant
- Sizing confidence → Size Conversion Chart