Salt Lake City: Self-Guided Mormon History Tour
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Salt Lake City
Embark on a self-guided Mormon history tour in Salt Lake City. Explore historic sites associated with the Mormon pioneers and learn about their fascinating story at your own pace.
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Utah State Capitol - You’ll see the Utah state capital and hear the history of the building and how the Mormons came to Utah.
  • Ensign Peak - You’ll see the plaque and learn the story of the war and the history of the peak.
  • Pioneer Memorial Museum - The tour stops at the Pioneer Museum, it’s free entry, and you’ll hear the story of the pioneers that came to Salt lake and their journey.
  • Kimball-Whitney Cemetery - You’ll hear the story of the founders of Salt lake and see one of the old remaining cemeteries.
  • Church Office Building - The tour stops at the church office where you can enter for free and take the elevator to the observation deck, great view!
  • Beehive House - the tour stops outside the beehive and you’ll hear it’s history
  • Brigham Young Historic Park - you’ll see the park and area where Brigham Young once lived and learn his story.
  • Temple Square - you’ll see multiple sites in Temple square and learn its history.
  • Pioneer Log Cabin - The tour stops at the old Pioneer Cabin and you’ll see one of the oldest buildings and see how the pioneers lived.
  • Church History Museum - The tour ends at the Church History Museum, Free to enter, and you’ll hear its history and what you can see inside. Feel free to enter after the tour ends if it’s open.
What's Included
  • Walking tour app usage included.
What's Not Included
  • No food drink or entrance fees, the tour is all outside.
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through the Mormon Heritage with this walking tour in Salt Lake City. Travel at your own speed and follow the footsteps of the Mormon pioneers to uncover their tales. Explore it according to your schedule, day or night.

You’ll come across both well-known and lesser-known sites such as the settlers’ museum, state building, beehive house, lion house, city Tabernacle, LDS headquarters, eagle gate, history conservation centers, lion entrance, the chapel, Temple plaza, and much more.

You’ll learn about the narratives and chronicles of the folks who established their lives here such as Brigham Young, the Indigenous populations, Joseph Smith, Early settlers, and the individuals who shaped this metropolis.

There will be numerous opportunities to halt at locations that don’t charge any entry fees like art centers, a viewing platform, parks, and municipal structures. You’re welcome to step inside, provided you’re visiting during operating hours, but it’s completely optional. The entire tour happens outdoors and can be embarked upon at any time.

Give it a go and see how it compares to standard group excursions! The journey commences outside the State Building.

Location
Utah State Capitol
State Street
The tour starts at the sidewalk on state street outside the state capital. You'll hear the tour introduction, the history of the state capital, then be guided step by step through Salt Lake City.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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721diane
Oct 30, 2023
Tour worth the time and money. - Found the information interesting and the chosen sites pertinent to the history of the town. Easy to use and the host's voice was easy to listen to. Would recommend to future visitors. Price was perfect.
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Lisa_a
Jun 24, 2023
A Quick Tour around Temple Square - Easy to follow and interesting information. Nice quick tour if you are short on time. The guide gave clear directions and tips.
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Art_c
Mar 12, 2024
Salt Lake City historical tour - Download app did not work and requested duplicate or triple payments. App and payment code repeatedly asked for payment Please refund triple payment each time the App lost it place and requested another payment.
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