East Central Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
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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 lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly 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
Find out about the history of Salt Lake City with a stop at Temple Square. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Catch an event at Rice-Eccles Stadium during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
Hogle Zoo
Visit the animals who call Hogle Zoo home during your travels in Salt Lake City. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in East Central
Anniversary Inn - 5th South
The staff was fantastic, the room that was comfortable, could definitely use a bit of a refresh, fireplace did not work, and the door going outside from our room was missing hardware Otherwise and enjoyable place to stay
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Little America Hotel
We went for a volleyball tournament. Such a great hotel with genuinely nice humans working there. It was full for the tournament with multiple teams of teenage girls but it was quiet and peaceful. Great shower!!!! Loved our stay. Our mattress left a little to be desired but all in all it was great. ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Grand America Hotel
Everything is great and good location.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Breakfast was substantial. The staff was professional, friendly, and accommodating. The hotel is situated in nice location. Very close to downtown- Temple square, Capitol, etc. There is a Budget car rental right across.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown
A great place to lodge with great services
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Clean room with good breakfast
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
