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 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
Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.
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
Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle
Top hotels in East Central
Little America Hotel
Lovely room. Great people. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Fast and friendly check in. Clean room and comfortable bed. Breakfast selection was excellent.
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Extremely nice and well kept and spacious with all of the amenities you’d expect from a high-end hotel. Just frankly not my design style.
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Great experience
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
Very nice hotel but be aware of transients sleeping on the sidewalks surrounding the hotels if you plan to walk rather than drive about.
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Awesome
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Trolley Square or Salt Lake City Public Library, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East 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.
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.
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 Nightmare on 13th or Smith's Ballpark and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
