University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Utah as part of your travels around Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Catch an event at Rice-Eccles Stadium during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
Natural History Museum of Utah
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Natural History Museum of Utah during your travels in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
This is the Place Heritage Park
This is the Place Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in Salt Lake City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or experience its great live music.
Crocker Science Center
From the moment you see the striking copper exterior until you say goodbye to the last fascinating fossil, enjoy this museum and its varied interactive exhibits.
Utah Museum of Fine Art
Admire works of art from across millennia and from all over the world, as well as first-class regional creations.
Activities
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Salt Lake City: History & Culture Guided Walking Day Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Marriott University Park
Perfect placement in SLC at University, near Hogle Zoo, Science Museum, great restaurants nearby and beautiful views of Valley and Mountains. And a chihully
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
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
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Outstanding breakfast, clean rooms, plenty of parking, helpful staffs, close to the airport
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University District
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.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Eccles Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
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.
Sugar House
Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Cinemark Sugarhouse 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.
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.
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.
