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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Trolley Adventure: A Show-Tour of Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Top hotels in East Central
Little America Hotel
Very cozy stay.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Ae got a late checkout and needed the extra sleep thank you.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Great location and service
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown
Clean and tidy rooms, great accommodations, friendly staff, & nearby many fun activities.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport
Great check-in very organized and helpful
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
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.
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.
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 Cathedral of the Madeleine and Utah State Capitol 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.
