Central City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Salt Palace Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.
Liberty Park
One of Utah’s oldest parks has long been enjoyed by residents and visitors for its heritage charm, spacious lawns, tranquil lake and sports grounds.
Capitol Theater
Come and enjoy this busy and bustling centre of high culture, with its regular ballet, opera and musical performances.
Salt Lake City Public Library
This unique building adds an element of the spectacular to central Salt Lake City with its contemporary curved design.
Tracy Aviary
Explore the many exhibits to see bald eagles, condors and flamingos in one of the oldest and largest bird parks in the country.
Activities
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals
Little America Hotel
The location is worth it. Pay for the parking and use public transit. It made for a much less stressful experience than driving everywhere. Staff were helpful and kind. Would stay here again for sure
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Good
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Grand America Hotel
Best Hotel stay… as good if not better than most 5 Star Resorts .. Highly recommend this Hotel if you’re staying in Salt Lake City UT
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
The shower curtains were dirty and even had blood on them. The bed sheets claim to be hypoallergenic but gave me a bad body rash.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Salt Lake City
Staff was very engaging as usual. Shower in the room was dripping and super hard to turn on
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
The restaurant on site was excellent. There was an entrance from the hotel to the City Creek Shopping Center next door which was very convenient. The valet was quick but careful and housekeeping was prompt with extra tissues we needed. My only complaint was that the WiFi was NOT included in the room ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
East Central
While you're in East Central, take in top sights like Gilgal Sculpture Garden and jump on the metro at 900 East Station to see more of the city.
Lower Avenues
Lower Avenues might not have many top sights, but Cathedral of the Madeleine and Utah State Capitol are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.
Liberty Wells
While Liberty Wells may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah or Smith's Ballpark and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
Rio Grande
While you're in Rio Grande, take in top sights like Clark Planetarium or Delta Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station.
