University District Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
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Popular places to visit
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.
Natural History Museum of Utah
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Natural History Museum of Utah during your travels in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
This is the Place Heritage Park
This is the Place Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in Salt Lake City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or experience its great live music.
Utah Museum of Fine Art
The state’s prime destination to view regional culture as well as artwork from around the world.
Crocker Science Center
From the moment you see the striking copper exterior until you say goodbye to the last fascinating fossil, enjoy this museum and its varied interactive exhibits.
University of Utah Hospital
If University of Utah Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salt Lake City.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Ultimate Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bus
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Zion Bryce and Capitol Reef Self-Guided Audio Tours
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake City Haunted Old Town Tour
Top hotels in University District
Marriott University Park
Hotel is very close to campus which makes it easy to visit with your college kid
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Little America Hotel
great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Great location, some great shopping and dining options in the area within a 5 to 10 minute walk. The airport is only about 15 minutes away. Great friendly staff, very helpful with suggestions on shopping and food. We had a hot tub room, great size room. Very comfortable bed, with soft sheets. Nice ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Was great
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Metropolitan Inn
Excellent place to stay, the rooms are clean and the staff are always helpful
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
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Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
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.
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.
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.
The Avenues
While visiting The Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Beehive House.
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.
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.
