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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 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 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.

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.
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East Central Hotel Deals

Anniversary Inn - 5th South
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Little America Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Salt Lake Plaza Hotel SureStay Collection by Best Western
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

The Grand America Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Reviewed on Jul 15, 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 Smith's Ballpark or Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
- Gilgal Sculpture Garden
- University of Utah
- Park City Mountain Resort
- Snowbird Ski Resort
- Salt Palace Convention Center
- Delta Center
- Temple Square
- Alta Ski Area
- Conference Center
- Hogle Zoo
- Solitude Mountain Resort
- City Creek Center
- Big Cottonwood Canyon
- Salt Lake Temple
- Utah Olympic Park
- Brighton Mountain Resort
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
- Red Butte Garden and Arboretum