East Central Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Visit East Central
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 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.
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 shops in this family-friendly 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
Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Top hotels in East Central
Anniversary Inn - 5th South
A very unique place with several different themed rooms. No cleaning between days. Check-in is at 5pm and not one minute before!!! Unique and a nice change from the normal hotel.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Little America Hotel
Lovely hotel and fantastic food at the restaurants. I enjoyed staying and slept well in a clean and quiet room with a great view of the mountains.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
The room was very clean and the staff was so friendly. The hotel offered a wonderful breakfast in the morning with a variety of options. The hotel also provided a shuttle to and from the aiport which I found very helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Grand America Hotel
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
Cleanliness is medium. Friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 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 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.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah or Smith's Ballpark and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
