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 theater scene in this romantic area.
University of Utah
Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known college 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 at 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.
Hogle Zoo
At this zoo outside Salt Lake City meet creatures from all over the world, from exotic African lions to Utah native gray wolves.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City Haunted Old Town Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
East Central Hotel Deals
Little America Hotel
Conveniently located to access free transport. Friendly staff, and a pleasant comfortable room.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
The staff was nice I got there just at midnight and had a quick check in. There is a $50 deposit we had to pay but the hotel was perfect and quiet and there was a nice breakfast buffet option.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Elegant
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Midvalley
Pretty good, but not excellent. The food was ok, but the service could be better. The hotel looks a little outdated.
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
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Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Perfect place for a sister weekend getaway! The pool was dreamy, the food options both in and around the hotel were amazing and reasonably priced, and the room was perfect! My only complaint was that food from the market was unreasonably expensive, especially compared with other food options on the ...
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around East Central
Central City
If you're spending time in Central City, check out sights like Trolley Square or Salt Lake City Public Library and hop on the metro to see more the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
Liberty Wells
When in Liberty Wells, you can plan a visit to Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 the city at University South Campus Station or Fort Douglas Station.
Lower Avenues
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Avenues and surrounding area, you can visit Utah Governor's Mansion and Cathedral of the Madeleine.
Sugar House
Often called Salt Lake's "Second Downtown," this bustling hub boasts shopping centers, various dining options, and attractions like Westminster College and Sugar House Park. Easily accessible via the S Line streetcar.
Ballpark
While you're in Ballpark, take in top sights like Nightmare on 13th or Smith's Ballpark, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
East Central, UT
- Gilgal Sculpture Garden
- Park City Mountain Resort
- University of Utah
- Snowbird Ski Resort
- Salt Palace Convention Center
- Delta Center
- Temple Square
- Alta Ski Area
- Conference Center
- Solitude Mountain Resort
- Hogle Zoo
- City Creek Center
- Big Cottonwood Canyon
- Salt Lake Temple
- Brighton Mountain Resort
- Utah Olympic Park
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
- Red Butte Garden and Arboretum
- Utah State Capitol
