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 great live music in this family-friendly 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 shops in this family-friendly area.

Temple Square
Find out about the history of Salt Lake City with a stop at Temple Square. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or experience its great live music.

Conference Center
Find out about the history of Salt Lake City when you take a trip to Conference Center. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Hogle Zoo
Visit the animals who call Hogle Zoo home during your travels in Salt Lake City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this romantic area.
Top hotels in East Central

Little America Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Salt Lake Plaza Hotel SureStay Collection by Best Western
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

The Grand America Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

The Metropolitan Inn
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central

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 Utah Governor's Mansion and Cathedral of the Madeleine 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.

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.
- The Art Barn
- University of Utah
- Snowbird Ski Resort
- Salt Palace Convention Center
- Alta Ski Area
- Lagoon Amusement Park
- Hogle Zoo
- City Creek Center
- Maverik Center
- Utah State Fairpark
- Big Cottonwood Canyon
- Salt Lake Temple
- Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
- Brighton Mountain Resort
- Utah Olympic Park
- Mountain America Exposition Center
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
- South Towne Center
- Utah State Capitol