What You Will Do
On this Mormon History of Salt Lake City Walking Tour, you'll be guided step by step to the historic spots associated with the Mormon pioneers and discover their story. Go at your pace, anytime.
You’ll see many of the most famous sites in Salt Lake and a few hidden gems including the pioneer museum, state house, beehive, lion’s den, tabernacle, LDS office, eagle’s gate, history museums, lions gate, the church, Temple square and so much more.
You’ll hear the stories and history of the people that made this their home including Brigham Young, the Native Americans, Joseph Smith, Pioneers, and the people that built this city.
You will multiple chances to stop at sites that offer free admission including museums, an observation deck, parks, and government buildings. You are free to enter, if you visit during opening hours, and are optional. The tour is completely outside and can be taken anytime.
Try doing that with a group tour! The tour starts outside the State House.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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.
1
Utah State Capitol
5 minutes
You'll see the Utah state capital and hear the history of the building and how the Mormons came to Utah.
2
Ensign Peak
5 minutes
You'll see the plaque and learn the story of the war and the history of the peak.
3
Pioneer Memorial Museum
5 minutes
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.
4
Kimball-Whitney Cemetery
5 minutes
You'll hear the story of the founders of Salt lake and see one of the old remaining cemeteries.
5
Church Office Building
5 minutes
The tour stops at the church office where you can enter for free and take the elevator to the observation deck, great view!
6
Beehive House
the tour stops outside the beehive and you'll hear it's history
7
Brigham Young Historic Park
10 minutes
you'll see the park and area where Brigham Young once lived and learn his story.
8
Temple Square
10 minutes
you'll see multiple sites in Temple square and learn its history.
9
Pioneer Log Cabin
5 minutes
The tour stops at the old Pioneer Cabin and you'll see one of the oldest buildings and see how the pioneers lived.
10
Church History Museum
5 minutes
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.
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