University District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

University of Utah
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.

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 lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly 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 romantic area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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.

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.
University of Utah Hospital
If University of Utah Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salt Lake City.
Activities

Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour

Trolley Adventure: A Show-Tour of Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City: History & Culture Guided Walking Day Tour

Salt Lake Ghosts and Hauntings Tour By US Ghost Adventures

Salt Lake City: Trolley Show-Tour
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals

Marriott University Park
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Little America Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Salt Lake Plaza Hotel SureStay Collection by Best Western
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

The Grand America Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
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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 Trolley Square or Salt Lake City Public Library, 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 Utah Governor's Mansion and Cathedral of the Madeleine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Avenues
While visiting The Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Beehive House.

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.