The Best City In America Is Actually Right Here In Utah
Of all the cities in the U.S., the best one is actually located right here in Utah. With all its many accolades and offerings, it’s easy to see that Salt Lake City is the best. Here are 15 reasons that make it clear that our state has the best city in the nation!
National Geographic ranked Salt Lake City #1 because of the city’s proximity to so many amazing hiking opportunities.
Travel and Leisure ranked Salt Lake International Airport #1 for Best Airport for Flight Delays, with only 12.9% of flights delayed.
From the Avenues Street Fair to the Farmer’s Market, Salt Lake City residents come together often to celebrate special occasions, support local businesses and enjoy life.
Forbes ranked Salt Lake fourth in the nation for young professionals, based on the unemployment rate, cost of living and amenities.
From the Utah symphony to the free Lunch Bunch Concert Series at the Gallivan Center, you’ll find plenty of great venues for music.
Hogle Zoo has three brand new baby lions this spring. That alone might make Salt Lake City the best in America.
Does it get stranger or more unique than Gilgal Gardens? I think not.
You’ll find tons of great activities for kids in Salt Lake City! Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum, Utah Children’s Theater, Hogle Zoo and Tracy Aviary are just a start. In addition, Salt Lake has numerous parks and most of its restaurants are kid-friendly.
While the epic years of Stockton-to-Malone are long over, the Jazz is still competitive (they’re currently ranked 8th in the Western Division).
Time magazine ranked Salt Lake City 2nd (behind Nashville) for its friendly citizens. "These outdoorsy locals apparently treat visitors like family." The site also noted the kid-friendly atmosphere.
Attend a performance of the Utah Opera, Utah Symphony, Ballet West, Pioneer Theatre and a host of other live theaters. Check out the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art or the Utah Museum of Fine Art, along with dozens of art galleries.
World-renowned architect Moshe Safdie designed the Salt Lake City Main Branch, located at 210 E. 400 S.
The site notes Salt Lake’s high percentage of "creative class" workers, which includes engineers, scientists and artists. Livability also appreciates Salt Lake for its live music, restaurants and light rail.
Broadway Centre Theater and The Tower offer independent and foreign films. At Brewvies Cinema Pub, you can have a beer, fish n chips or pasta while you watch your movie.
Salt Lake’s two largest parks are Sugarhouse Park and Liberty Park. Others include City Creek, Sunnyside, Fairmont, Tanner, Sixth East, Nelli Jack, Warm Springs, Memory Grove and more.
What’s your favorite thing about Utah’s capital city?
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