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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this romantic 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.
City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.
Temple Square
Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.
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
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Pink Lake & Giant Salt Crystals – Great Salt Lake Adventure
Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour
Top hotels in East Central
Little America Hotel
Nice clean room and friendly staff. But certain channels on the tv did not work? However; they did provide a free breakfast for that inconvenience which was nice.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Satisfied
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Staff were very helpful. Good room service.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
The location was convenient to the Delta Center, and the room was immaculate. Only gripes is the $25 early checkin fee.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Nice location. Bars and restaurants were a 10 min or less walk.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport
Clean, well maintained airport hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
Bennion-Douglas
While you're in Bennion-Douglas, take in top sights like Gilgal Sculpture Garden and jump on the metro at 900 East Station to see more of the city.
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.
Liberty Wells
When in Liberty Wells, you can plan a visit to Salt Lake City Public Library and Nightmare on 13th, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Lower Avenues
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Avenues and surrounding area, you can visit Cathedral of the Madeleine and Utah State Capitol.
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.
