Central City Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
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.
City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.
Liberty Park
One of Utah’s oldest parks has long been enjoyed by residents and visitors for its heritage charm, spacious lawns, tranquil lake and sports grounds.
Capitol Theater
Catch a show in this performing arts building that features ballet, opera and musicals.
Salt Lake City Public Library
This architecturally stunning building boasts a modern crescent design and rooftop garden with a striking mountain backdrop.
Tracy Aviary
Explore the many exhibits to see bald eagles, condors and flamingos in one of the oldest and largest bird parks in the country.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Top hotels in Central City
Little America Hotel
Clean room and hotel. Everything and everyone was great, but it was off the charts busy and crowded!
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Friendly, helpful staff. Upgraded our room. Always a wonderful breakfast with so many fresh options!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Best location, upscale experience
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Quick stay. Very clean
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
checked in late, very easy, was looked out for with a nice room selection for my stay
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Metropolitan Inn
Very good
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
East Central
While you're in East Central, take in top sights like Gilgal Sculpture Garden and jump on the metro at 900 East Station to see more of the city.
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.
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.
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 Smith's Ballpark and Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah.
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.
Rio Grande
While you're in Rio Grande, take in top sights like Clark Planetarium or Delta Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station.
