9 Best Shopping in Salt Lake City, Utah

This gallery housed inside the gracious and historic Glendinning Home, which also houses the Utah Arts Council, features rotating exhibits that focus on contemporary Utah artists. It's beside the Governor's Mansion, on one of the prettiest streets in the city.

A must for stocking up on snacks and picnic goods before hiking, skiing, or just hanging out across the street in Pioneer Park, this culinary wonderland boasts a fantastic butcher shop, bean-to-bar chocolates, fine local and imported cheeses and charcuterie, Italian baked goods, and a deli that produces some of the tastiest to-go sandwiches in town. Caputo's has two other locations in the area.

Farmers and artisan food producers proffer fresh fruit and veggies, flowers, and other goodies at this phenomenally popular—and quite extensive—downtown farmers' market at Pioneer Park each Saturday from June through late October. Local bakeries and restaurants also sell tasty treats ranging from fresh salsa to cinnamon rolls, and there's a central food truck plaza with live music, too. A smaller version of the market takes place on Thursday afternoon from 4 until dusk in Liberty Park from mid-June through September, and a winter market is held on Saturday morning at The Gateway from November through April. Additional farmers' markets take place around the city, generally in summer, in Sugar House, Murray, South Jordan, and several other locales.

Look to this dapper little 9th and 9th lifestyle shop for casually stylish women's attire, from cheerful floral midi-dresses to handmade silver jewelry, platform sandals, and cotton totes. There's also a big selection of housewares and gifts, including handpainted planters, charcuterie boards, and detox soaking-tub teas.

In this beloved consignment and vintage shop with two downtown locations, bargain-priced treasures abound, from previously worn to brand-new gear and clothing, plus fun gifts, LGBTQ Pride items, and much more. Keep an eye out for the friendly feline staffers working the aisles.

The highly respected, longest-running gallery in Utah features three floors of local and regional artists' work, including mixed media, paintings, and sculptures. Check out the sculptures in the rooftop garden.

A well-stocked, mod-industrial mercantile that very much captures the hipster spirit of the surrounding 9th and 9th neighborhood, Salt & Honey carries large and small items for every room of the house, from arty bowls and vases to fine jewelry, and some locally made apparel, too. There are two other locations in the area.

The name of this store has been synonymous with independent book sales in Salt Lake City since 1929. Catherine and Tony Weller are the third generation to operate this bookstore located at Trolley Square. Bibliophiles appreciate the airy space and helpful and knowledgeable staff.