United States of America · Walking Tour

3-Hour Salt Lake City Walking Tour with Temple Square and Capitol

3 Hours Round trip from Salt Lake City Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover downtown Salt Lake City's must-see landmarks on foot
  • 02 Explore Temple Square and the Utah State Capitol
  • 03 Admire historic and modern architecture along Main Street
  • 04 Take in panoramic views of the Salt Lake Valley
  • 05 Walk past landmark sites including Beehive House, Lion House, and Assembly Hall

Experience an immersive walking tour of downtown Salt Lake City's must-see landmarks, including Temple Square and the Utah State Capitol. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will lead you through historic streets, notable architecture, and key city sites for a memorable and educational outing. This family-friendly tour is ideal for travellers who enjoy exploring history and beautiful architecture on foot.

This family-friendly tour is ideal for travellers who enjoy exploring history and beautiful architecture on foot.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Salt Lake City
Languages Dutch, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Meet at the Visitor Information Center

  • Meet your guide at the Visitor Information Center at 90 S West Temple Street, Salt Lake City, Utah.
  • Alternatively, your guide can meet you in the lobby of your hotel in downtown Salt Lake City (select hotels only).
2
Day 02

Walk through City Creek Mall to Main Street

  • Walk through City Creek Mall, an indoor/outdoor mall, on the way to Main Street.
3
Day 03

Historic Main Street and the Gallivan Center

  • Along Main Street, admire the oldest building that remains from a bygone era and the new architecture surrounding it.
  • Continue to the Gallivan Center, which was part of the old red-light district in the late 19th and early 20th century.
4
Day 04

Bus ride from Gallivan Center to State Street

  • From the Gallivan Center, walk to State Street and catch the bus to the Utah State Capitol Building. This is a short 10-minute bus ride.
5
Day 05

Tour the Utah State Capitol Building

  • Enter the Utah State Capitol Building for a short tour of the lower level, first floor, and second floor.
  • Exit via the south entrance and admire the panoramic view of the Salt Lake Valley.
6
Day 06

Walk from the Capitol to Temple Square

  • From the Utah State Capitol Building, continue walking towards Temple Square along State Street, a tree-lined street with some magnificent old mansions.
7
Day 07

Temple Square landmarks

  • Walk around the perimeter of Temple Square and see the Beehive House, Lion House, Joseph Smith Memorial Building (old Hotel Utah), Assembly Hall, and the Temple.
  • Time permitting, you may attend the organ recital in the Tabernacle.

[Unannounced detours may occur due to the ongoing construction on and around Temple Square.]

8
Day 08

Return to the Visitor Information Center

  • The walking tour ends at the Visitor Information Center at 90 S. West Temple Street.
Temple Square, Utah State Capitol Building, Main Street, Salt Lake Valley

Where this trip takes you

Temple Square, Utah State Capitol Building, Main Street, Salt Lake Valley

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Guide fee

Bus transportation

What's Not Included

  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuity

What to bring

  • Water
  • Good walking shoes

Know before you go

This is a 3-mile walking tour with a short 10-minute bus ride. The tour is family-friendly and starts and ends at the Visitor Information Center at 90 S. West Temple Street. Alternatively, your guide can meet you or your group in the lobby of your downtown hotel (select hotels only).

From September through May, this walking tour is only available in the morning, with meeting times between 9 and 11:30 a.m. From June through August, morning and afternoon tours are available.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Visitor Information Center Salt Lake City Utah
Tour start
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Salt Lake City.

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