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From Salt Lake City: Bonneville Salt Flats Guided Tour

From Salt Lake City: Bonneville Salt Flats Guided Tour

Begin your sightseeing tour with a convenient pickup in Salt Lake City and hop aboard a comfortable van. Then, set out towards the Bonneville Salt Flats, one of the flattest places on earth. Discover a unique natural landscape that spans the vast space of approximately 30,000 acres. Delve into the history of this place and learn what makes the salt flats so legendary. Hear about the land speed racing events that take place here and find out about the legendary feats of speeds that have been achieved. Walk along the seemingly endless salt crust and capture panoramic photos of the awe-inspiring flatness. Your tour also takes you past the Great Salt Lake State Park and Karl Momen's Tree of Life sculpture. Enjoy views of the Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere, and snap photos of the iconic artwork set against the harsh landscape. Your guided tour comes to an end with a return transfer to Salt Lake City, where you'll be dropped off at the same location you were picked up from.

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Meet your guide and climb aboard a van in the city center. Begin your journey and get ready to experience Utah's vast deserts, serene beauty, and epic landscapes, just a few miles away from downtown Salt Lake City. Arrive in Antelope Island, a scenic location teeming with wildlife. Look out for the wild herd of around 600 American bison roaming the island. Seize the. chance to spot coyotes, bobcats, antelopes, porcupines, big-horn sheep, mule deer, and if the season is right, up to 200,000 migratory birds. After wildlife spotting, enjoy a short hike to Buffalo Point on the island to watch the sunset and admire breathtaking views of nature. Finally, climb back aboard the van and take in the landscape through its large windows as you ride back to the city.

Salt Lake City: Ultimate Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bus

Salt Lake City: Ultimate Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bus

THIS is the original, most trusted tour of Salt Lake City for 44 years! Led by top-rated local tour guides, our immersive storytelling brings the history to life. In 2.5 hours, you’ll experience a carefully refined 20-mile loop through the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, with stops including the grand Utah Capitol to the serene Temple Square, the historic Mormon Pioneer Trail Monument, and the magnificent Cathedral of the Madeleine. Why spend your visit juggling GPS directions and wrestling with traffic when you could be soaking up the beauty, history, and charm of Salt Lake City? Our guests always say this was “the best first thing they did in SLC.” Sit back, relax, and take in the sights from the comfort of our air-conditioned bus with large panoramic windows. Our passionate guides will share fascinating insights, entertaining stories, and local secrets you simply won’t find on your own.

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Antelope Island Guided Tour

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Antelope Island Guided Tour

Experience a day tour of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island State Park from Salt Lake City. Enjoy a tour of adventure, education, and exploration of landmarks like the Great Salt Lake, Fielding Garr Ranch, and Antelope Island. Depart from Salt Lake City and travel to the state park where you can step back in time with a visit to the historic Fielding Garr Ranch. See a variety of local animals including free-range bison, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorns, and millions of birds along the shores of the Great Salt Lake. Learn more about the lake and its key role in the Utah economy. Learn about ongoing conservation efforts and how Mother Nature is coping with its changing surroundings. With an experienced guide to help bring the story of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island to life, you’ll have plenty of time to experience the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, as you hike and explore this unique and timeless landscape, before heading back to Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour

Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour

Want to experience Salt Lake City but don’t have a lot of time? This is a great tour to see some of what is waiting for you in Salt Lake City! Learn about the history of the valley, the unique and eclectic people that call this area home and experience the architecture and outdoor space found in Utah’s Capital City. From is storied history of the Mormon Pioneers to a mining boomtown with its red light districts, Salt Lake City has always had a multi-cultural and storied history that will come alive during this 3 hour excursion. Join us. Your Adventure Awaits! Meet your driver at your hotel in Salt Lake City and get ready for an exciting day traveling around this capitol city. From its historic temples, to the Union Pacific Depot and Trolley Square, our knowledgeable guides will show you around on this amazing tour.

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour

Begin your experience hearing the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. Then take the original, most trusted tour of Salt Lake City for 44 years to discover all the best attractions. Led by top-rated local tour guides, our immersive storytelling brings the history to life. You’ll experience a carefully refined 20-mile loop through the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, with stops including the grand Utah Capitol to the serene Temple Square, the historic Mormon Pioneer Trail Monument, and the magnificent Cathedral of the Madeleine. Why spend your visit juggling GPS directions and wrestling with traffic when you could be soaking up the beauty, history, and charm of Salt Lake City? Sit back, relax, and take in the sights from the comfort of our air-conditioned bus with large panoramic windows. Our passionate guides will share fascinating insights, entertaining stories, and local secrets you simply won’t find on your own. Our guests always say this was “the best first thing they did in SLC.”

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Did you know the Judge Building was bombed in 1985? Or that a cult leader caused one of Utah’s most disturbing murder-suicides at the site of the Holiday Inn? There are dark and sinister tales in every corner of Salt Lake City, and the spirits are anxious to tell them. Join your US Ghost Adventures guide for an evening of true crime and campfire ghost stories beginning at Gallivan Plaza. From there, you’ll visit six historic, haunted spots, unlocking a new creepy tale at each one. Uncover the history of infamous forger Mark Hofmann; steer clear of the angry ghost of Judge Ritter at the Federal Courthouse; and bask in the chilling energy of the Capitol Theater, where a fire claimed a teen boy’s life. You’ll end your tour on Whiskey Street, where you’re free to grab a drink after the tour. You may even spot the mischievous ghost girl who runs along the bar shelves, knocking over bottles. Are you brave enough to step into the shadows of Salt Lake City? You may never sleep with the lights off again. All tours meet on the bridge in the middle of Gallivan Utah Center at 239 S Main St, Salt Lake City. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time

Salt Lake City: History & Culture Guided Walking Day Tour

Salt Lake City: History & Culture Guided Walking Day Tour

Experience the unique and culturally diverse downtown of Salt Lake City, UT. From the “Mormon” Pioneers who settled the area to the influence of modern culture, the arts, 2002 Olympics, and the influx of people from all over the world, Salt Lake City has many sights and stories to experience firsthand. Join us for a 2.5-3-hour walking tour of the downtown area. As you walk the 3-mile loop through the downtown area you will hear the stories about the founders of this city and those whose influence are continuing to shape this metropolitan area today. Along with the unique stories you will experience the diverse and unique architecture found throughout the downtown area. This all combines to create the unique vibe that exists in Salt Lake City. Join us today. Your Adventure Awaits!

Salt Lake City: Trolley Show-Tour

Salt Lake City: Trolley Show-Tour

This is no ordinary trolley tour! Ride aboard a colorful, air-conditioned trolley streetcar with professional actors in historic costumes for a sightseeing "show-tour" unlike anything you've ever seen before. Experience the history of Salt Lake City on this 90-minute guided tour that cruises through historic districts of town. You'll be immersed in a sightseeing adventure as your guides entertain you with stories, skits, songs and comedy. Multiple photo stops allow you to step off the trolley and even pose with the conductor.

Grand Teton,Yellowstone National Park 3-Day Tour from SLC

Grand Teton,Yellowstone National Park 3-Day Tour from SLC

Day 1 Salt Lake City--Jackson--Grand Teton National Park--Yellowstone National Park Embark on an adventure starting from Salt Lake City to the picturesque town of Jackson, explore the famous Elk Antler Arches on Town Square. Then proceed to Grand Teton National Park, enjoy the breathtaking view of glacier-crowned peaks and the river valley. Head to Yellowstone National Park afterwards, marveling at Yellowstone Lake, the West Thumb Geyser Basin, and iconic geothermal features. Stay overnight in Town of West Yellowstone. Itinerary: Salt Lake City → Jackson → Flying J Travel Center(20 mins) → Jackson Town Square (75 mins) → Teton Point (25mins,) →Jackson Lake Lodge (35mins,) →West Thumb Geyser Basin(45mins,) → West Yellowstone Arrive at West Yellowstone and Stay Overnight, dinner on your own expenses Hotel:White Buffalo West Yellowstone; Yellowstone Country Inn; similar Day 2 Yellowstone National Park (Full Day) Enjoy a full-day adventure in Yellowstone, the world's first national park! The gifts of nature are vividly displayed here. Home to a super volcano, Yellowstone has more than 10,000 geothermal phenomena and more than 200 waterfalls. The unique ecological environment has given birth to the best giant wild animal habitat in North America. Itinerary: West Yellowstone → Norris Geyser Basin(40 mins) → Brink of Upper Fall(25 mins) → Artist Point(30mins,) →Hayden Valley(25mins,) →Canyon Village(60mins,) → Old Faithful Geyser & Geyser Trail(90 mins) →Morning Glory Pool(10 mins) → Midway Geyser Basin(45mins,) Arrive at West Yellowstone and Stay Overnight, dinner on your own expenses Hotel:White Buffalo West Yellowstone; Yellowstone Country Inn; similar Day 3 Yellowstone National Park--Salt Lake City Continue to explore the beauty of Yellowstone today. The mysterious and quiet forests, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, and the misty rivers all make people marvel at the magic of nature. Visit Yellowstone Bear World in the afternoon (admission included). Arrive at the Great Salt Lake in the afternoon. The Great Salt Lake is the largest remnant of prehistoric Lake Bonneville. It is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. Stay overnight in Salt Lake. Itinerary: Yellowstone → Fountain Paint Pots(30 mins) → Yellowstone Bear World(60 mins) → Great Salt Lake Marina(20mins,) Arrive at Radisson Hotel SLC Airport by 6:30PM, and finish our pleasant journey.

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Our most recommended Salt Lake City Seasonal & holiday activities

From Salt Lake City: Bonneville Salt Flats Guided Tour

From Salt Lake City: Bonneville Salt Flats Guided Tour

Begin your sightseeing tour with a convenient pickup in Salt Lake City and hop aboard a comfortable van. Then, set out towards the Bonneville Salt Flats, one of the flattest places on earth. Discover a unique natural landscape that spans the vast space of approximately 30,000 acres. Delve into the history of this place and learn what makes the salt flats so legendary. Hear about the land speed racing events that take place here and find out about the legendary feats of speeds that have been achieved. Walk along the seemingly endless salt crust and capture panoramic photos of the awe-inspiring flatness. Your tour also takes you past the Great Salt Lake State Park and Karl Momen's Tree of Life sculpture. Enjoy views of the Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere, and snap photos of the iconic artwork set against the harsh landscape. Your guided tour comes to an end with a return transfer to Salt Lake City, where you'll be dropped off at the same location you were picked up from.

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Meet your guide and climb aboard a van in the city center. Begin your journey and get ready to experience Utah's vast deserts, serene beauty, and epic landscapes, just a few miles away from downtown Salt Lake City. Arrive in Antelope Island, a scenic location teeming with wildlife. Look out for the wild herd of around 600 American bison roaming the island. Seize the. chance to spot coyotes, bobcats, antelopes, porcupines, big-horn sheep, mule deer, and if the season is right, up to 200,000 migratory birds. After wildlife spotting, enjoy a short hike to Buffalo Point on the island to watch the sunset and admire breathtaking views of nature. Finally, climb back aboard the van and take in the landscape through its large windows as you ride back to the city.

Salt Lake City: Ultimate Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bus

Salt Lake City: Ultimate Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bus

THIS is the original, most trusted tour of Salt Lake City for 44 years! Led by top-rated local tour guides, our immersive storytelling brings the history to life. In 2.5 hours, you’ll experience a carefully refined 20-mile loop through the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, with stops including the grand Utah Capitol to the serene Temple Square, the historic Mormon Pioneer Trail Monument, and the magnificent Cathedral of the Madeleine. Why spend your visit juggling GPS directions and wrestling with traffic when you could be soaking up the beauty, history, and charm of Salt Lake City? Our guests always say this was “the best first thing they did in SLC.” Sit back, relax, and take in the sights from the comfort of our air-conditioned bus with large panoramic windows. Our passionate guides will share fascinating insights, entertaining stories, and local secrets you simply won’t find on your own.

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Antelope Island Guided Tour

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Antelope Island Guided Tour

Experience a day tour of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island State Park from Salt Lake City. Enjoy a tour of adventure, education, and exploration of landmarks like the Great Salt Lake, Fielding Garr Ranch, and Antelope Island. Depart from Salt Lake City and travel to the state park where you can step back in time with a visit to the historic Fielding Garr Ranch. See a variety of local animals including free-range bison, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorns, and millions of birds along the shores of the Great Salt Lake. Learn more about the lake and its key role in the Utah economy. Learn about ongoing conservation efforts and how Mother Nature is coping with its changing surroundings. With an experienced guide to help bring the story of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island to life, you’ll have plenty of time to experience the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, as you hike and explore this unique and timeless landscape, before heading back to Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour

Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour

Want to experience Salt Lake City but don’t have a lot of time? This is a great tour to see some of what is waiting for you in Salt Lake City! Learn about the history of the valley, the unique and eclectic people that call this area home and experience the architecture and outdoor space found in Utah’s Capital City. From is storied history of the Mormon Pioneers to a mining boomtown with its red light districts, Salt Lake City has always had a multi-cultural and storied history that will come alive during this 3 hour excursion. Join us. Your Adventure Awaits! Meet your driver at your hotel in Salt Lake City and get ready for an exciting day traveling around this capitol city. From its historic temples, to the Union Pacific Depot and Trolley Square, our knowledgeable guides will show you around on this amazing tour.

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour

Begin your experience hearing the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. Then take the original, most trusted tour of Salt Lake City for 44 years to discover all the best attractions. Led by top-rated local tour guides, our immersive storytelling brings the history to life. You’ll experience a carefully refined 20-mile loop through the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, with stops including the grand Utah Capitol to the serene Temple Square, the historic Mormon Pioneer Trail Monument, and the magnificent Cathedral of the Madeleine. Why spend your visit juggling GPS directions and wrestling with traffic when you could be soaking up the beauty, history, and charm of Salt Lake City? Sit back, relax, and take in the sights from the comfort of our air-conditioned bus with large panoramic windows. Our passionate guides will share fascinating insights, entertaining stories, and local secrets you simply won’t find on your own. Our guests always say this was “the best first thing they did in SLC.”

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Did you know the Judge Building was bombed in 1985? Or that a cult leader caused one of Utah’s most disturbing murder-suicides at the site of the Holiday Inn? There are dark and sinister tales in every corner of Salt Lake City, and the spirits are anxious to tell them. Join your US Ghost Adventures guide for an evening of true crime and campfire ghost stories beginning at Gallivan Plaza. From there, you’ll visit six historic, haunted spots, unlocking a new creepy tale at each one. Uncover the history of infamous forger Mark Hofmann; steer clear of the angry ghost of Judge Ritter at the Federal Courthouse; and bask in the chilling energy of the Capitol Theater, where a fire claimed a teen boy’s life. You’ll end your tour on Whiskey Street, where you’re free to grab a drink after the tour. You may even spot the mischievous ghost girl who runs along the bar shelves, knocking over bottles. Are you brave enough to step into the shadows of Salt Lake City? You may never sleep with the lights off again. All tours meet on the bridge in the middle of Gallivan Utah Center at 239 S Main St, Salt Lake City. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time

Salt Lake City: History & Culture Guided Walking Day Tour

Salt Lake City: History & Culture Guided Walking Day Tour

Experience the unique and culturally diverse downtown of Salt Lake City, UT. From the “Mormon” Pioneers who settled the area to the influence of modern culture, the arts, 2002 Olympics, and the influx of people from all over the world, Salt Lake City has many sights and stories to experience firsthand. Join us for a 2.5-3-hour walking tour of the downtown area. As you walk the 3-mile loop through the downtown area you will hear the stories about the founders of this city and those whose influence are continuing to shape this metropolitan area today. Along with the unique stories you will experience the diverse and unique architecture found throughout the downtown area. This all combines to create the unique vibe that exists in Salt Lake City. Join us today. Your Adventure Awaits!

Salt Lake City: Trolley Show-Tour

Salt Lake City: Trolley Show-Tour

This is no ordinary trolley tour! Ride aboard a colorful, air-conditioned trolley streetcar with professional actors in historic costumes for a sightseeing "show-tour" unlike anything you've ever seen before. Experience the history of Salt Lake City on this 90-minute guided tour that cruises through historic districts of town. You'll be immersed in a sightseeing adventure as your guides entertain you with stories, skits, songs and comedy. Multiple photo stops allow you to step off the trolley and even pose with the conductor.

Grand Teton,Yellowstone National Park 3-Day Tour from SLC

Grand Teton,Yellowstone National Park 3-Day Tour from SLC

Day 1 Salt Lake City--Jackson--Grand Teton National Park--Yellowstone National Park Embark on an adventure starting from Salt Lake City to the picturesque town of Jackson, explore the famous Elk Antler Arches on Town Square. Then proceed to Grand Teton National Park, enjoy the breathtaking view of glacier-crowned peaks and the river valley. Head to Yellowstone National Park afterwards, marveling at Yellowstone Lake, the West Thumb Geyser Basin, and iconic geothermal features. Stay overnight in Town of West Yellowstone. Itinerary: Salt Lake City → Jackson → Flying J Travel Center(20 mins) → Jackson Town Square (75 mins) → Teton Point (25mins,) →Jackson Lake Lodge (35mins,) →West Thumb Geyser Basin(45mins,) → West Yellowstone Arrive at West Yellowstone and Stay Overnight, dinner on your own expenses Hotel:White Buffalo West Yellowstone; Yellowstone Country Inn; similar Day 2 Yellowstone National Park (Full Day) Enjoy a full-day adventure in Yellowstone, the world's first national park! The gifts of nature are vividly displayed here. Home to a super volcano, Yellowstone has more than 10,000 geothermal phenomena and more than 200 waterfalls. The unique ecological environment has given birth to the best giant wild animal habitat in North America. Itinerary: West Yellowstone → Norris Geyser Basin(40 mins) → Brink of Upper Fall(25 mins) → Artist Point(30mins,) →Hayden Valley(25mins,) →Canyon Village(60mins,) → Old Faithful Geyser & Geyser Trail(90 mins) →Morning Glory Pool(10 mins) → Midway Geyser Basin(45mins,) Arrive at West Yellowstone and Stay Overnight, dinner on your own expenses Hotel:White Buffalo West Yellowstone; Yellowstone Country Inn; similar Day 3 Yellowstone National Park--Salt Lake City Continue to explore the beauty of Yellowstone today. The mysterious and quiet forests, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, and the misty rivers all make people marvel at the magic of nature. Visit Yellowstone Bear World in the afternoon (admission included). Arrive at the Great Salt Lake in the afternoon. The Great Salt Lake is the largest remnant of prehistoric Lake Bonneville. It is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. Stay overnight in Salt Lake. Itinerary: Yellowstone → Fountain Paint Pots(30 mins) → Yellowstone Bear World(60 mins) → Great Salt Lake Marina(20mins,) Arrive at Radisson Hotel SLC Airport by 6:30PM, and finish our pleasant journey.

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This was a good experience. not so much for the ghost part(I personally think Ogden was a lot better/scarier) for me but especially loved getting to see downtown more even tho I’m from here, to see more places to go eat and things/events to do. It was fun to have a ghost finder transmitter

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Our guide Isabella was amazing and loved the way she explained each stop we visited. Loved the way she interacted with the group. I enjoyed learning a bit about the darker side of SLC, was a great tour.

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David did a great job of showing us around downtown SLC and teaching us some history along with stories of hauntings and unusual happenings.

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It was so interesting! Cathy was a fabulous tour guide. She was full of knowledge and SLC history. We would definitely recommend this tour!

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Loved learning the history of SLC. Our guide also had a great personality!