Extend your exploration of the animal and plant kingdom with a visit to Tracy Aviary in Liberty Park. A rare gem in the community, Tracy Aviary is only one of two AZA accredited aviaries in the country. Although the Aviary carries a long history (established in 1938), in the past several years Tracy Aviary has blossomed. Today it offers eight acres of developed forest and gardens and is home to over 400 beautiful birds representing 136 species as well as 350 unique plants. Tracy Aviary is technically in the Central City neighborhood, but it’s easily accessible from the Foothill/University neighborhood, and the curiosity and avian awe it will inspire makes it well worth the visit.

Just minutes away from downtown Salt Lake City, Red Butte Garden offers an oasis for visitors seeking a break from the sights and sounds of city life. With 21 acres of developed gardens and 78 acres of natural area, the Garden is a great place to experience the beauty, color, texture, and fragrance of this living botanical museum. And once the sun sets in the summer months, the Garden hosts its award-winning Outdoor Concert Series, Sundance Films, and Monday Family Nights in the amphitheater.