Ogden – Dining, Lodging, & Attractions (2024)

In the last 20 years, Ogden has advanced a reputation as an outdoor recreation mecca. Companies like Amer Sports' Salomon, Wilson, Atomic and Arc’teryx have established operations in the city and lured employees with the world-class mountain biking, skiing and hiking trails only minutes from downtown — also essential for outdoor industry product testing.Ogden has also worked to restore itshistoric art deco architectureand buildings and blend in new development toward a charming and vibrant downtown. Stroll Historic 25th Street, do aHike + Dineand take in all things Ogden.

Things to Do in Ogden

• 5 Northern Utah Cities Steeped in History, Culture and Adventure Written By Lindy Blanchette 5 minute read Utah's vibrant culture thrives, showcased through its diverse art, cuisine and captivating history interwoven throughout its cities.
• AndShesDopeToo's Insider's Guide to Ogden Written By Visit Utah 5 minute read AndShesDopeToo is a worldwide adventure community of women run by Jennifer and Taylor Killian from Ogden, Utah. This insider's guide video highlights their unparalleled access to both the outdoors and the city's "fun counterculture vibe" at the foot of the mighty Wasatch Mountains.
• Hike + Dine: Ogden Written By Mitchell Reber 4 minute read Head north of Salt Lake City for trails and ales. Enjoy these 6 Ogden hikes, followed by their complementary restaurants tied to a booming dining scene.
• Art Deco in Motion: Ogden’s Creative Remodel Written By Maria Milligan 6 minute read Visitors looking for Art Deco architecture and art often travel to New York, Chicago or Los Angeles. But the Intermountain West has preserved what may be Art Deco’s best-hidden gem: Ogden, Utah.
• In the Key of Ski Written By Catherine Reese Newton 5 minute read A video tribute to the Utah Symphony musicians finding inspiration and rich notes in the mountains.
• Discover the Shape of Utah's Coffee Community Written By Austin Wright 7 minute read See coffee shops in Salt Lake City on this short video tour of some of the best coffee shops in Utah.
• How Ogden’s Tona Sushi Creates Artistic Diversity With Every Dish Written By Karen Bayard 2 minute read One Ogden’s sushi chef’s innovative plates hint at his design background — while serving dishes that aim to be “magical.”
• Ogden Activities: Downtown to Dark Skies Written By Paula Colman 5 minute read Two days' worth of sun-up-to-sundown Ogden activities — eat, shop and bike where the locals go, end at an International Dark Sky park.
• 'Bad' Brad: A Story of Blues, Blood and Legendary Jazz Written By Andrew Dash Gillman 5 minute read Meet Utah’s legendary DJ and blues musician, “Bad” Brad Wheeler. Take a peek into the history of Salt Lake City’s music scene through the memories of Bad Brad.
• A Journey Through Utah’s Contemporary Artscapes Written By Tiffini Porter 11 minute read Consider visual art attractions as you’re planning your Beehive State travel itinerary.
• The Legendary Joe McQueen: Utah's Original Jazz Written By Visit Utah 6 minute read Legendary saxophonist Joe McQueen came to the city of Ogden , Utah, in 1945 for a two-week gig and he never left. For decades he was the musical godfather of Ogden's lively 25th Street.
• Spooky Myths and Legends of Ogden, Utah Written By Taylor Hartman 4 minute read Beyond its stunning landscapes and pioneer legacy, Ogden is alive with tales of ghosts, haunted locales and chilling legends from its rough and tumble railroad days.
• 5 Utah Theaters Reviving Art, History and Architecture Written By Taylor Hartman 4 minute read Utah has a rich catalog of beautiful and historic buildings, each telling the unique story of its former inhabitants. But for history buffs and architecture lovers, few buildings can rival the drama and lore of old picture palaces and opera houses.
• Top Ski Towns in Utah Written By Andrew Dash Gillman 5 minute read The best ski towns in Utah tout easy access to The Greatest Snow on Earth®, along with lively culture, fine dining and off-mountain activities.
• Where to See Women's Art in Utah Written By Ashley Mae Hoiland 4 minute read There’s no shortage of art galleries in Salt Lake City and across Utah's Wasatch Front. Beyond the major metropolitan areas, there are also small artist communities across the state where artists seeking a slower pace have flocked for decades. Here are a few recommendations for where you can experience art in Utah.
• Day-to-Night Adventures in Utah’s Mountain Towns Written By Kristen Pope 5 minute read Easy access between Northern Utah’s mountains and towns presents visitors and locals with the best of both worlds: outdoor adventure by day and city culture at night.