East Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Will Egan

Popular places to visit

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Gilgal Sculpture Garden

Learn about the local history of Salt Lake City when you spend time at Gilgal Sculpture Garden. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

Gilgal Sculpture Garden
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University of Utah

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

University of Utah
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Salt Palace Convention Center

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this romantic area.

Salt Palace Convention Center
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Temple Square

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.

Temple Square
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City Creek Center

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.

City Creek Center
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Conference Center

5/5(2 reviews)

Tour the massive auditorium of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which seats over 21,000 people and is anchored by a 7,667-pipe organ.

Conference Center

Activities

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eBike City Tour

AU$189
Per adult
eBike City Tour
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eBike Rental

AU$83
Per adult
eBike Rental
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Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour

AU$106
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
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Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City

AU$106
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City
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Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour

AU$139
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
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Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon & Sedona: Small Group 4-Day Tour

AU$3,551
Per adult
Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon & Sedona: Small Group 4-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best East Central Hotel Deals

Sonesta Simply Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Sonesta Simply Suites Salt Lake City Airport
2.5 out of 5
2170 W North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT
The price is AU$149 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$149
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salt Lake City. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (676 reviews)
"I stayed for three nights. The staff was very kind, helpful and professional. My room was clean and very comfortable. The price was great. I enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Sonesta Simply Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Anniversary Inn - 5th South
Anniversary Inn - 5th South
3.5 out of 5
460 South 1000 East, Salt Lake City, UT
The price is AU$330 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$330
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Salt Lake City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Rice-Eccles Stadium and City Creek Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"Had a blast!! Fun rooms"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2024

Anniversary Inn - 5th South
Little America Hotel
Little America Hotel
4 out of 5
500 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$239 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$239
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salt Lake City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,790 reviews)
"Best Shower pressure in a hotel. Ever"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Little America Hotel
Salt Lake Plaza Hotel SureStay Collection by Best Western
Salt Lake Plaza Hotel SureStay Collection by Best Western
3 out of 5
122 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT
The price is AU$170 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$170
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salt Lake City. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,727 reviews)
"We loved the property except for the parking garage. Our F-150 pickup just barely skimmed the top of the garage beams. It was a nail biter every time we had to drive in and out."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Salt Lake Plaza Hotel SureStay Collection by Best Western
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
3 out of 5
230 W 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$188 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$188
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salt Lake City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,779 reviews)
"Staff was great and indoor pool was a hit"

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Park City Peaks Hotel
Park City Peaks Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2346 Park Avenue, Park City, UT
The price is AU$238 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$238
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this ski hotel in Park City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,103 reviews)
Fantastic hotel for a family
"The rooms were very clean. The kids absolutely loved the pool. They could stay inside or swim underneath the divider to go outside. The restaurant in the hotel is AMAZING, and the breakfast was delicious."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Park City Peaks Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around East Central

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Central City

While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Liberty Park or Eccles Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.

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Yalecrest

When in Yalecrest, you can plan a visit to Rice-Eccles Stadium and Jon M. Huntsman Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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 Spring Mobile Ballpark and Liberty Park.

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Lower Avenues

Lower Avenues might not have many top sights, but Utah State Capitol and Utah Governor's Mansion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lower Avenues
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Sugar House

Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Sugar House Park and Forest Dale Golf Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to see more of the city.

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Ballpark

If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Spring Mobile Ballpark or Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.

Ballpark

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