Salina, Utah travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Salina is a city in Central Utah.

4 sights · 4 places to eat · 3 places to stay

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Best things about Salina

Peterson–Burr House

CCC & POW Camp Salina

Eyes to the Sky Balloon Festival

Annual hot air balloon festival that occurs the last weekend in June.

Miss Mary's Historical Museum

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Jun, Sep. Summer highs reach about 95°F; winter lows dip to about 15°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Cold months (Jan, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Apr and May. (climate data from nearby Delta)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
PVU Provo Municipal Airport, Provo — 88 mi away. Directions
CDC Cedar City Regional Airport, Cedar City — 109 mi away. Directions
SLC Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City — 127 mi away (major hub). Directions

Salina is at the junction of Interstate 70 (exit 56) and U.S. Highways 50 & 89.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning CCC & POW Camp Salina, Miss Mary's Historical Museum
Lunch The Soda Barn
Afternoon Peterson–Burr House, Eyes to the Sky Balloon Festival
Dinner Mom's Cafe

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder