Downtown Salt Lake City Travel Guide
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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 temples in this romantic area.
Temple Square
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.
Conference Center
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.
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.
Salt Lake Temple
This neo-Gothic centerpiece of Temple Square is an imposing sight that is closed to the general public, but highly revered by followers of the Mormon Church.
Gateway Mall
During your visit to Salt Lake City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Gateway Mall. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Salt Lake City
Little America Hotel
"Sarah at the front desk was amazing! It was an event weekend and they were very busy, but the staff was fast and efficient and very accommodating. The food and amenities are and have been amazing for years. Always my first choice when visiting downtown salt lake."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Grand America Hotel
"Our stay was wonderful. A very good hotel. Excellent all around, I would highly recommend. We ate at the restaurant and it was very good."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"Great breakfast and convenient location."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
"Excellent location spacious rooms"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Metropolitan Inn
"I did not end up staying at the Metropolitan, I asked to see the room and it was horrible. I left. Note to everyone Expedia does nothing to give back a full refund if the place is horrible ! Expedia won’t let you cancel a horrible place as it will tell you the stay is in process. Beware of who you ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
"Convenient access to downtown. Staff was very helpful and pleasant."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Salt Lake City
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.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Smith's 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.
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.
Capitol Hill
If you're spending time in Capitol Hill, check out sights like Utah State Capitol or Conference Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warm Springs Station or Temple Square Station.
Fairpark
When in Fairpark and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Utah State Fairpark or Gateway Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jackson/Euclid Station or Fairpark 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.
Downtown Salt Lake City Travel Guide
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