11 days in New York City & Salt Lake City Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours and St. Patrick's Cathedral. There's much more to do: hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, examine the collection at Ground Zero Museum Workshop, don't miss a visit to Rockefeller Center, and pause for some photo ops at The Oculus.

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the New York City journey tool.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to New York City. In December in New York City, expect temperatures between 48°F during the day and 36°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to travel to Salt Lake City.

Utah's capital and most populous city, Salt Lake City boasts a small-town feel, big-city amenities, and plenty of nature on its doorstep.

Step out of the city life by going to Deer Valley Resort and Backcountry Snowmobiling. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Park City Mountain Resort and Ski Butlers Park City. Change things up with these side-trips from Salt Lake City: Sundance Resort (in Wallsburg) and North Forty Escapes (in Oakley). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Temple Square, see the interesting displays at Land Cruiser Heritage Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lake Blanche Trail, and explore the stunning scenery at Millcreek Canyon.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Salt Lake City attractions planning website.

Traveling by car from New York City to Salt Lake City takes 35 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. In January in Salt Lake City, expect temperatures between 38°F during the day and 22°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.