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Salt Lake City Tour & Mormon Tabernacle Choir Experience by City Sights - Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City Tour & Mormon Tabernacle Choir Experience by City Sights

Salt Lake CItyeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; walking involves some standing and light movement

Overview

Discover the cultural and historical heart of Salt Lake City with a guided tour featuring iconic landmarks and a live performance by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Dive into the city’s rich pioneer heritage and enjoy stunning views from Capitol Hill. A perfect blend of history, music, and local stories awaits!

Salt Lake City, Utah

Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Tour

8:30 AM Sundays and 5:00 PM Thursdays | 3.5 hours | $79.99

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About This Adventure

Immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning sights of Salt Lake City with a unique tour featuring the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Experience live performances, explore iconic landmarks like Temple Square and Capitol Hill, and discover the legacy of pioneers at Pioneer Heritage State Park. A memorable journey awaits!

Rates

  • Adults (Ages 9+) - $79.99 plus tax
  • Children (Ages 2-8) - $40.00 plus tax
  • Infants on lap - Free

Duration

3.5 hours


Experience the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir combined with the bestselling Salt Lake City Deluxe Tour. One of the largest and oldest choirs in the world, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir has won countless awards and performed at the inaugurations of six U.S. Presidents. Music and the Spoken Word is the longest continuously running network broadcast in the world, since 1929. Sunday morning is a live concert, Thursday evening is a rehearsal.

Sights include:

TEMPLE SQUARE: Utah’s most visited attraction, over 5 million visitors a year

  • Tabernacle: built in 1867, home of the world renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and one of the largest pipe organs in the world, 11,632 pipes!
  • Salt Lake Temple: the most iconic building in Utah and the largest Mormon temple in the world; inspired by medieval Gothic cathedrals of Europe, but built in the American Old West

CAPITOL HILL: unique history, regal architecture and breathtaking scenery

  • Capitol: second most beautiful in America, used for Hollywood movies to depict the U.S. Capitol; spectacular marble rotunda with 6,000 lb. chandelier!
  • Scenic overlook: spectacular views of Rocky Mountains and 500-square-mile Salt Lake Valley
  • Council Hall: City Hall of the Old West
  • Mormon Battalion Monument: first and only religious unit in the U.S. military
  • White Memorial Chapel: pioneer-era Mormon chapel overlooking the valley; first in the city to have a steeple
  • Memory Grove: picturesque park featuring City Creek and memorials to Utah veterans

PIONEER HERITAGE STATE PARK

  • Mormon Pioneer Trail: 70,000 pioneers walked 1,300 miles
  • This is the Place monument: Mormon pioneers and explorers of the American West
  • Deseret Village: a living history pioneer village
  • Scenic overlook: mountain views, overlook of the entire valley and Great Salt Lake
  • Pony Express Monument: awe-inspiring statues and Pony Express station with a beautiful mountain backdrop

BRIGHAM YOUNG’S ESTATE:

  • Beehive House: stately home of Brigham Young, known as the “American Moses”
  • Lion House: a polygamous mansion for 20 wives and 50 children in the Old West
  • Eagle Gate arch: Prominent 76-foot span arch with a 2-ton American eagle statue atop, marks the entrance to Brigham Young’s estate

OTHER ATTRACTIONS:

  • Historic Union Pacific Depot: one of the finest train stations in the Old West
  • Gateway Center & Olympic Legacy Plaza: “The Gateway to the City”
  • Pioneer Square and historic Rio Grande train station
  • Fort Douglas: Civil War-era fort built to keep an eye on the Mormons
  • Olympic Village and Stadium: relive the most successful Winter Olympics ever
  • University of Utah: Founded 1850, the oldest state university west of Missouri River
  • Historic Brigham Street Mansions District: millionaires row from 100 years ago
  • Governor’s Mansion, and other mansions of wealthy mining magnates
  • Cathedral of the Madeleine: Roman Catholic headquarters in Utah; only cathedral in America under patronage of Saint Mary Magdalene
  • First Presbyterian Church: exquisite red sandstone and stained glass windows
  • Masonic Temple: Egyptian Revival architecture and mysterious sphinx statues, used for Hollywood movies and television shows
  • Trolley Square: Union Pacific magnate E.H. Harriman built Salt Lake City a state-of-the-art trolley car system in 1908, refashioned with inspiration from Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco
  • Library Square: designed by a world-famous architect in a stunning modern style
  •  City Hall: striking Richardsonian Romanesque architecture and the symbol of non-Mormon citizens’ open defiance of the Mormon Church
    

Special Notes:

  • Children under 8 are not allowed in the auditorium for live broadcasts; they will instead be seated in a separate, soundproof room
  • This tour is offered twice a week. Sunday morning is the live broadcast. Thursday evening is a rehearsal

Adventure Tips

Arrive early for the concert

Getting to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir performance at least 15 minutes early ensures a good seat and a relaxed experience.

Dress comfortably but respectfully

Wear layers and avoid casual attire like athletic wear, as there are standing and seated sections in historic venues.

Bring a camera or smartphone

Capture the stunning architecture and scenic views from Capitol Hill during your guided tour.

Check tour times in advance

Confirm scheduled performance times and tour start times to plan your day efficiently and avoid missing key experiences.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Pigeons in Pioneer Heritage Park
  • City-dwelling squirrels and songbirds

History

Salt Lake City was founded by Mormon pioneers in 1847, and their legacy is central to the city's identity, reflected in its historic sites and community spirit.

Conservation

Salt Lake City places emphasis on preserving historic landmarks and promoting sustainable tourism practices within the downtown area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Sturdy shoes ensure comfort while exploring historic sites and city streets.

Layered clothing

Essential

Dress in layers to adapt to changing indoor and outdoor temperatures.

Camera or smartphone

Capture the scenic views and architectural details during your tour.

Water bottle

Stay hydrated during your city walk, especially in warmer months.