East Central Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
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Popular places to visit
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.
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Top hotels in East Central
Anniversary Inn - 5th South
"We stayed in the Sultan's Palace. Amazing room, but layout is cramped and didn't leave a lot of space to open suitcases. Staff quick to help with anything. We didn't have an iron or board, but they brought it in a few minutes. Plug-ins could be better for this room. The bed is on a platform up some ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Little America Hotel
"Great place to spend the night"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Grand America Hotel
"Great pool and nice courtyard"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"I'm so glad there was 24/7 service available and the pool open late as I checked in late and really wanted to use the hot tub and pool eve though I also made sure to book a room with the jacuzzi. Breakfast was bare minimum but still good and quick. Would do again."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown
"This is a very nicely updated hotel in a great location near downtown, but the pool and hot tub were not in working order. Having a pool and hot tub were the main reason for selecting this hotel. Had we known, we surely would have stayed elsewhere. We could not cancel and rebook as the reservation ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
"Suite was a great size room. Friendly staff. Plenty of free parking. Great location."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
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.
University District
If you're spending time in University District, check out sights like Jon M. Huntsman Center or Natural History Museum of Utah and hop on the metro to see more of the city at University South Campus Station or Fort Douglas Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
