East Central
Salt Lake City
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 theater scene in this romantic area.
University of Utah
Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known college 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 at 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.
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.
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
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour
Top hotels in East Central
Anniversary Inn - 5th South
"We stayed in the Sultan's Palace. Amazing room, but layout is cramped and didn't leave a lot of space to open suitcases. Staff quick to help with anything. We didn't have an iron or board, but they brought it in a few minutes. Plug-ins could be better for this room. The bed is on a platform up some ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Little America Hotel
"Great location , clean room and onsite restaurant. No coffee in lobby. Also , eighteen dollars parking fee was too much ."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
The Grand America Hotel
"Great pool and nice courtyard"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"They were super friendly and accommodating even during the middle of the night. Very pleasant stay; highly recommend"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown
"The property over all was great and had a nice off leash dog park across the street. The only thing the pool was out of service during our whole stay. 3 days 2 nights."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
"Suite was a great size room. Friendly staff. Plenty of free parking. Great location."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
Central City
If you're spending time in Central City, check out sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Eccles Theater and hop on the metro to see more 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 the city at University South Campus Station or Fort Douglas Station.
Liberty Wells
When in Liberty Wells, you can plan a visit to Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lower Avenues
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Avenues and surrounding area, you can visit Utah Governor's Mansion and Cathedral of the Madeleine.
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
While you're in Ballpark, take in top sights like Smith's Ballpark or Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
