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 shops in this family-friendly 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.
Salt Lake City Public Library
This architecturally stunning building boasts a modern crescent design and rooftop garden with a striking mountain backdrop.
Capitol Theater
Catch a show in this performing arts building that features ballet, opera and musicals.
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
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Antelope Island Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Adventure
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Top hotels in Central City
Little America Hotel
I stay here often. Never have issues. Staff always great & helpful. Rooms have always been super clean! I stay at least 5 times a year.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
The staff was incredible! I am disabled and appreciated their patience and attention to detail. It was like be invited to stay with a warm, welcoming family.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Grand America Hotel
The room was okay and the bathroom was amazing. Staff was good but there was a bunch of young adults filming at the pool, I am assuming for social media. I felt uncomfortable with them filming with my kiddo and all of the other kids there-it just felt weird. I
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
The hotel is a vibe. It has exterior and interior presence, great food options & food availability, and the room was great.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Metropolitan Inn
The manager of this place is absolutely horrible! He is so disrespectful and mean! I'm actually a really nice guy and was as nice as I could be for days but he is the meanest man I have ever met in my life! If you are reading this review don't ever go here find another place because this man will ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Salt Lake City
Very beautiful hotel! Everything was clean! The rooms were spacious and beds were comfy!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
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.
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 Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Smith's Ballpark or Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
