Capitol Hill Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Visit Capitol Hill
Popular places to visit
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.
Salt Lake Temple
This neo-Gothic centerpiece of Temple Square is an imposing sight that is closed to the general public, but highly revered by followers of the Mormon Church.
Utah State Capitol
Join a tour of the elegant home of Utah’s state government and see its beautifully preserved neoclassical architecture, period decorations and artworks.
Salt Lake Tabernacle
Experience the architectural and acoustic wonder of this landmark structure, which has awed visitors and worshippers with its unique design since 1875.
Joseph Smith Memorial Building
This heritage building is a popular breakfast, lunch and dining destination in Temple Square.
Things to do
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
Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour
Top hotels in Capitol Hill
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Good service
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Downtown/The Gateway
Excellent room size and close proximity to downtown site seeing.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Asher Adams, Autograph Collection
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Kimball at Temple Square
The room was very nice and cozy and Dawn at the front desk was very nice and said come back and stay with us again
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Little America Hotel
We stayed four nights and had a great time. The hotel is beautiful and very clean. Though we did not stay in the tower, the receptionist who checked us and knew that we wanted to use the hot tub so she got us a room close to the tower where we did not have to walk outside. The pool and hot tubs are ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Adorable hotel with excellent customer service. The room was huge. Not the cleanest, but it’s also the right price. The breakfast was lovely, though we only got to take advantage of it one of the days (we had to leave before breakfast was served the other days). I’m I could change one thing, that ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Hill
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.
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.
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.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Eccles Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
Bennion-Douglas
While you're in Bennion-Douglas, take in top sights like Gilgal Sculpture Garden and jump on the metro at 900 East Station to see more of the city.
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.
