11 Date Night Ideas In Salt Lake City, Utah - Updated 2024

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Welcome to Salt Lake City, the most popular city in Utah. Known to be the city in which the Mormon Church is headquartered, Salt Lake City is surrounded by the Wasatch Range, a range of mountains whose peaks are always white because of the snow. If you are looking to spend some romantic time in the city, you have come to the right place. You won’t even have to worry about where to stay - from themed hotels to the best Airbnbs, you’re sure to find the right place for you. The city also features many attractions and offers numerous romantic activities to do, from indulging in delectable cuisine from a high floor to stargazing. Keep reading to find out the best date night ideas in Salt Lake City, Utah.

1. Handmake your own rings (from USD 125.0)

Make your date night extra special by gifting your partner a ring carefully handmade by none other than you. In small groups of four, Dan, your host and instructor, will begin your lesson by going over some rules and guidelines for your safety. Get creative with your partner as you receive the metal, either silver or copper, that you will use to create your jewelry. Don’t worry if you’re a bit clueless about jewelry crafts, Dan will be there to guide you throughout the project. He’ll even lend you pre-made jewelry to use as patterns if you’re not sure about your design yet. Once done, take your creations home and exchange them with each other. This is one of the unique things to do that your significant other will surely appreciate!

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Date Night Hand Making Rings

Duration: 3 hours

26 reviews

2. Capture your romantic moments with a private photography session (from USD 90.0)

Preserve romantic moments of you and your special someone with this private photography session during your stay at Salt Lake City. Whether you choose a busy street or a scenic walk by the beach at sunrise or sunset, your guide, an award-winning photographer, will give you the best pictures to remember your trip by. After the 45-minute session, you will get over 20 high-resolution prints and web files that are delivered online instantly. If it’s date night in Salt Lake City, book this session to collect a souvenir of your date.

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Private Photography Session

Duration: 1 hour

44 reviews

3. A date of tasting whiskey and learning history (from USD 48.0)

For a date night in Salt Lake City to remember, try some whiskey. Move away from the usual dates in fancy restaurants and, instead, try this 90-minute tour where you get to learn the history behind Utah’s famous distilleries, with stories dating as far back as the 1800s. After the tour, you and your partner will head inside the host’s tasting table where you will taste four local whiskeys. Then, you’ll take another walking tour where your host will show you several places that make up the rich history of downtown Salt Lake City. Enjoy more drinks at the city’s finest bar and finish off your tour with more local whiskey.

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Whiskey & History | SLC

Duration: 2.5 hours

330 reviews

4. Dine at The Roof and watch the sunset over a romantic conversation

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Come and celebrate the 4th of July with us at The Roof! We’ll be open during our normal hours of 5-10 pm. Hope to see you there!

Posted by The Roof Restaurant on Tuesday, July 3, 2018

One of the most romantic things to do in Salt Lake City is to watch the sunset go down from your dinner table while you are accompanied by the one you love most in this world. Experience dining at The Roof, an upscale restaurant nestled at Temple Square. Indulge in a premier gourmet dining buffet from the 10th floor. The buffet offers a selection of international cuisine, traditional dishes, and desserts. This is also a good option if you’re looking for first date ideas in Salt Lake City.

The Roof

Address: 15 E S Temple 10th Floor, Salt Lake City, UT 84150, USA

Website: The Roof

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 5am - 11pm (closed on Sun)

Price: 31 USD onwards

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5. Catch a show at the sophisticated Capitol Theatre

Capitol Theater Salt Lake City
Source: Photo by Flickr user Paul Sableman used under CC BY 2.0

Do you and your partner enjoy watching a show as a couple activity? Why don’t you head to Capitol Theatre? From ballet to dance and concert to opera, every magnificent performance is performed at this stunning theatre. Do not forget to book your tickets in advance so you do not miss out on seats. Tickets are easily sold out. Make sure to also marvel at the architecture of this 1913 landmark.

Capitol Theatre

Address: 50 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA

Website: Capitol Theatre

Price: 153 USD

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6. Get spooky by visiting the haunted places in the city (from USD 25.0)

Still looking for fun date ideas in Salt Lake City? What do you think about spending a spooky night together, a rather unique experience isn’t it? Whenever you feel scared you can make an excuse to hug your beloved. If you are interested, you are recommended to book this ghost tour that lasts for approximately 1.5 hours. The tour will take you to hunted places in the city. Search for spirits and hunt for ghosts.

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Salt Lake City Haunted Old Town Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

64 reviews

7. Watch a movie at Redwood Drive-In Theatre in West Valley

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WRATH OF THE TITANS OR MIRROR, MIRROR OPENS FRIDAY, MARCH 30th Screen 1: THE HUNGER GAMES @ 8:15 w/ THE HUNGER GAMES @...

Posted by Redwood Drive In Theatre & Swap Meet on Thursday, March 29, 2012

It is time for a movie night. Catch your favorite movie at Redwood Drive-In Theatre. Check what is playing and what is coming soon on their website. Do not forget to bring your popcorn and maybe a blanket to snuggle when the scenes get emotional.

Redwood Drive-In Theatre

Address: 3688 S Redwood Rd, West Valley City, UT 84119, USA

Website: Redwood Drive-In Theatre

Price: 9 USD

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8. Show your love for music at Gallivan Center

Gallivan Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
Source: Photo by Flickr user Ken Lund used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Everybody loves music, including you and your other half. To enjoy some music performance, be headed to Gallivan Center. It is actually not a place that hosts music performances only because it is a big outdoor plaza. In the Gallivan Center, there are many events taking place all year round. But if you want to show your love for music, you can enjoy free concerts that are hosted regularly. No tickets required. Check the website for more information to see which musicians are going to perform.

Gallivan Center

Address: 239 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, USA

Website: Gallivan Center

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm (closed on Sat & Sun)

Price: Free

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9. Go stargazing in South Physics Observatory at the University of Utah

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Mountain Ridge Junior High star party!!!

Posted by UofU South Physics Observatory on Friday, May 5, 2017

What is so romantic about the skies? It must be the stars and the moon. But, you are going to see more at South Physics Observatory. Galaxies, nebulae, planets, and clusters are going to make appearances. Please take note that this event is located outdoor and you may want to dress appropriately for the weather. This is truly one of the most romantic places in Salt Lake City.

South Physics Observatory

Address: 115 South 1400 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, USA

Website: South Physics Observatory

Opening hours: Wed: 7pm - 11pm (closed on Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun)

Price: Free

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10. Experience thrill and adventure by visiting Mystery Escape Room

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Happy National Puzzle Day! ? We know our puzzles can be...well a bit puzzling! Even for your guides! Which is why need...

Posted by Mystery Escape Room SLC on Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Solve problems together, solve a mystery together. Being able to discuss things and make things work out is key to every successful relationship. That’s why you need to visit Mystery Escape Room. Let the escape room take you and your loved one into a new world filled with mystery. The question is, will you survive and be able to escape at the end?

Mystery Escape Room

Address: 130 S Rio Grande St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA

Website: Mystery Escape Room

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 9am - 10pm (closed on Sun)

Price: 30 USD

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11. Enjoy Salsa with your sweetheart at DF Dance Studio

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Can you salsa? What about your sweetheart, can they salsa? If both of you suck at salsa, you may want to learn how to do it by joining a Salsa dance class. It is going to be fun. Believe that everyone can dance. Book a private dance class so you and your sweetheart can learn the skills faster and better without anyone else being there but the teacher. For a fun date in Salt Lake City, sign up now!

DF Dance Studio

Address: 2978 State St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, USA

Website: DF Dance Studio

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 9pm; Sat: 10am - 4pm (closed on Sun)

Price: 15 USD

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It is going to be only you and your other half

Salt Lake City, July 2011
Source: Photo by user Garrett used under CC BY 2.0

Forget about the rest of the world because when you are in Salt Lake City, all the time in the world belongs to the two of you as long as you do all, or at least some, of the activities listed above. Hand in hand, check out the local festivals and best places to eat at any time of the day. Enjoy!

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