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What to Expect When Visiting Temple Square

Welcome to Temple Square! Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, and its surrounding campus serve as the worldwide headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Temple Square is a five-block complex that includes historic buildings, gardens, administrative and office buildings, museums, monuments, libraries, auditoriums, pavilions, and restaurants—all of which are anchored together in the downtown district by the historic Salt Lake Temple. Millions of visitors come to Temple Square every year, consistently ranking it as one of the top tourist destinations in the United States.

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Current Closures

One of the main attractions of Temple Square is the Salt Lake Temple. The temple is currently closed as it undergoes significant seismic improvements and other renovations.

The area surrounding the Salt Lake Temple is also undergoing substantial redevelopment. The construction and improvements involved in this project will take several years. The roof of the Conference Center as well as large windows that are part of the construction wall provide an unobstructed view of the progress and ongoing work on the temple.

While Temple Square is a site with historical and religious significance, there is no specific dress code for visiting the experiences on Temple Square. Many visitors choose to dress to show reverence for the sacredness of the area around the temple. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all visitors, including families and children, and encourages them to dress comfortably for a public outing.

Free validated parking for visitors is available at the Conference Center. Hourly and day parking is also available at City Creek Center, at the public lot at North and West Temple, and at metered parking on surrounding city streets. See more parking options.

All experiences on Temple Square are free of charge. Some experiences require a free reservation, and some concerts require free tickets. A few select events on Temple Square require paid tickets. More information is available on each experience and event, activity, or exhibit. See all events, activities, and exhibits.

Temple Square offers both self-guided and guided tours. Visitors to Temple Square are greeted by female volunteer missionaries called “sisters.” These volunteers offer free tours and information assistance about Temple Square in more than 40 languages. Popular guided tours on Temple Square and the immediate area include the Salt Lake Temple grounds, the Conference Center and auditorium, the Salt Lake Tabernacle, and the Beehive House, historic home of Brigham Young. See all tours.

Restrooms are available throughout Temple Square: at the Conference Center and the west gate of Temple Square. Public drinking water fountains are also located throughout the grounds and public buildings.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access is provided to all the facilities on Temple Square except the Beehive House. Wheelchairs are available free of charge for visitors and can be checked out at the Conference Center.

Temple Square, its walking plazas, and its adjacent properties are operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and are designated for foot traffic and aided movement. Cycling, skateboarding, and scooters are not permitted. Smoking, the consumption of alcoholic beverages, or weapons of any kind are not permitted.

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*Please note that due to ongoing renovation of the Salt Lake Temple through 2026, access to Temple Square may be limited. For more information about which attractions and buildings are open in Temple Square, see their hours of operation .  

Salt Lake Temple

The impressive Salt Lake Temple took 40 years to build, between 1853 and 1893, and is one of the oldest attractions in the area. The temple is sacred to members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and is not open for tours, you can stroll around the grounds and stop in the South Visitors’ Center to see a scale model of the temple and its interior.

Learn about available tours.

The tabernacle choir at temple square.

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square (formerly known as the Mormon Tabernacle Choir) is made up of 360 volunteers and has performed all over the world. The public is invited to the Choir's free weekly Music & the Spoken Word broadcast on Sundays in the Tabernacle at 9:30 a.m. (guests must be seated by 9:15 a.m.) and the choir's rehearsal every Thursday at 8 p.m. Many other performances by different artists happen in the Tabernacle, Assembly Hall and Conference Center at Temple Square, which are free and open to the public. (Read the story: The Geographical and Musical Heart of Salt Lake )

Learn about available tours .

Visitors' centers.

The two visitors' centers are open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Complimentary tours in nearly every language are offered. 

• The North Visitors' Center is home to the famous 11-foot Christ statue, paintings and stories from the scriptures and the first century Jerusalem model.
• The South Visitors' Center focuses on the constructions of the Salt Lake Temple and its importance for church members and their families.

Joseph Smith Memorial Building

The Joseph Smith Memorial Building was formerly the Hotel Utah and its lobby has been elegantly restored with a stained glass ceiling and intricate moulding. While there, check out:

• The dining options : The Nauvoo Cafe, The Roof Restaurant, The Garden Restaurant and the Lion House Pantry.
• The FamilySearch Center, a public facility introducing visitors to genealogical research.
• The Legacy Theater with free movie showings.

Church History Museum

The Church History Museum features interactive exhibits, historic artifacts and a curated collection of global art. Additional highlights include:

• A full-size168-year-old historic log home
• A 240-degree theater experience
• A rotating fine art collection

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More Visitor Information

Temple square is also home to:.

• The  Family History Library  houses the largest collection of genealogical records in the world.
• The  Church History Library  features historic documents and exhibits.
• The  Church Office Building  allows you to go to the 26th floor for breathtaking views of the Salt Lake Valley.
• The  Relief Society Building  provides information for you to learn more about the women in the Church.
• The  Conference Center  has impressive architecture, artwork and a 21,000-seat auditorium.
• The  Beehive House  and the Lion House were the homes of early Church president Brigham Young and his large family. Today the Lion House is an event venue and a restaurant.
• The transformation of the  Temple Square with Christmas Lights  on the Friday following Thanksgiving, is an extraordinary event and signals the official start of the holiday season.

Many tours are offered daily, check out the  current options . 

*Please note: Due to the Temple's renovations, beginning January 1, 2020, the Conference Center will become the primary venue for the Temple Square guest experience. It will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily featuring unguided and guided tours in more than 40 languages, a statue of Jesus Christ, a cutaway model of the Salt Lake Temple, exhibitions of various temple artifacts and an orientation film about the history of the temple.

Good to Know

• Fee-based, metered two-hour parking is available throughout the city and there is paid, underground parking beneath the Joseph Smith Memorial Building ($10 with validation available from dining at Temple Square's four restaurants) or  City Creek Center Mall , which is free for the first two hours.
• Dogs are not allowed on Temple Square, even on a leash.
• Temple Square's renowned Christmas Lights display typically begins after Thanksgiving and runs through the New Year.

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Events and activities to do when visiting Temple Square in Salt Lake City

The salt lake temple is closed for construction, but many places are open in the five city blocks around it, with events, activities and tours.

When people ask what they can see or do on Temple Square, Sister Joy Covington, a missionary in the Utah Salt Lake City Temple Square Mission, has a quick answer — it depends on how much time they have. 

She tells visitors to go first to the historic Salt Lake Tabernacle, Assembly Hall and Conference Center. If they have more time, the Family History Library (renamed FamilySearch Library), Church History Museum, Church History Library, Beehive House and Brigham Young Family Cemetery.

Missionaries lead tours at the top of the hour and on the half-hour at the Conference Center and at Temple Square. “It’s a great way to walk through and explain the history,” said Sister Covington.  

Jason Mitchell, the director of in-field operations for the Church’s Missionary Department, wants to make sure people know that during construction, Salt Lake City’s Temple Square is still open.

“Please come,” he said. “It’s an historic time to come and see the renovation and restoration of the Salt Lake Temple , and there’s so much to do.”

For those taking a self-guided tour or deciding how to spend their time, here are the activities, events and places open on Temple Square right now. See templesquare.org for the updated Salt Lake City Temple Square hours, parking information and other details.

The Conference Center

Besides hosting general conference sessions semiannually, the Conference Center is also the main visitors’ center for Temple Square, explained Mitchell. It is located on North Temple Street directly north of the Salt Lake Temple and includes exhibits and films to help guests learn more about Jesus Christ, the Church and the Salt Lake Temple. 

Guests can see a statue of Jesus Christ — which is a replica of the sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen’s famous Christus statue — and spend time reflecting and feeling the peace of the Savior. Another spot for contemplation is the Gallery of Artwork of the Savior Jesus Christ , which includes multiple exhibits showcasing images of the Savior from the Bible and the Book of Mormon.

Other artwork galleries include the Leadership Portrait Gallery , with portraits of the Church’s current leadership, and the Book of Mormon Gallery , with Arnold Friberg’s paintings of the ancient prophets of the Americas. 

Guests can see many photos, artifacts and information about the temple’s original construction at the “ Temple Square Artifacts Exhibit ,” including:

• Tools that were used to build the temple.
• Door hardware and a key from the temple.
• An original altar from the temple.
• A cane used by Brigham Young to designate Temple Square as the center of the new community.
• A microphone used to record annual and semiannual general conferences as well as performances by The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.
• Temple Square and early Salt Lake City video footage, which includes leaders of the Church and others in the 20th century.
• A cutaway scaled model allowing visitors to view the inside of the temple before its seismic renovation began in 2019.

From that display, visitors can go to the Conference Center Roof Gardens and Conference Center Observation Deck to see an elevated look at the north side of the temple and the current renovation work and construction of the new addition.

“One of the best views of what’s happening during the renovation is from the third-floor observation deck,” Mitchell said.

Films include the Conference Center Film , an 18-minute film in the main auditorium that shares the history of the Conference Center and how the building is used. It starts every hour on the hour, and the Salt Lake Temple Orientation Film , a 17-minute film in the Conference Center Little Theater, starting every 30 minutes. It provides information about the construction of the Salt Lake Temple and a welcome to Temple Square.

The Conference Center is open every day between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. However, it will be closed for tours from Wednesday, Sept. 28, through Monday, Oct. 3, because of the October 2022 general conference. Operating hours for this and other venues on Temple Square will be updated on  www.templesquare.org .

Salt Lake Tabernacle at Temple Square

The historic Salt Lake Tabernacle , built between 1863 and 1867, is home to The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square and has the iconic 11,623-pipe organ as a backdrop. 

The world-famous Tabernacle Choir performs in the Conference Center over the summer but has now moved back to the Salt Lake Tabernacle for “ Music & the Spoken Word” performances each Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

On most Thursday nights, visitors are welcome to watch the choir rehearse in the Tabernacle at 7:30 p.m.

Each day at noon, 30-minute organ recitals are open to the public. The centurylong tradition includes recitals from Tabernacle and Temple Square organists and guest organists.

Visitors can walk in and look inside by themselves or visit with a tour run by the Temple Square missionaries.

The Salt Lake Tabernacle is open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Due to construction on Temple Square, the Tabernacle and Assembly Hall can be accessed by the gates on West Temple. A current map is available here .

Visit the Assembly Hall at Temple Square

The Assembly Hall is a historic building finished in 1882 using stone from the same quarry as the Salt Lake Temple. It sits on the southwest corner of Temple Square and is used for lectures, concerts, Ensign College devotionals and as an overflow for general conference and for other meetings. 

The building has original stained-glass windows and a 3,489-pipe organ. Guests can walk in on a self-guided tour between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. every day or see it on a tour with the missionaries.

FamilySearch Library or Family History Library at Temple Square

The FamilySearch Library (renamed from the Family History Library in January 2023 ) is always a big draw for anyone visiting Temple Square and Salt Lake City — it’s the largest genealogical library in the world, with research specialists, volunteers and missionaries who can help patrons and guests in 14 different languages. 

Lynn Turner, the library’s executive director, said patrons and guests can get one-on-one help.

“Maybe you have questions or reached the end of a line for a family and need new ideas or extra help to try to discover them,” Turner said. “We have people that can sit down with you, work you through that and give you different ideas or perspectives on how to face different problems.”

Children, youth and adults will enjoy the Family Discovery Experience . The interactive exhibits use technology and mobile devices to discover more about one’s roots and ancestors.

Other floors in the library include thousands of books, films, archives, recording booths and countless other tools to do genealogical research.

“The biggest regret I hear from people who are coming from out of town is, ‘I should have come earlier,’” Turner said. “Those that came for 20 minutes wished they had planned two hours. Those that had two hours wish they had four.”

Sister Covington as well tells people to plan for spending time in the Family History Library.

“It’s nice to tell people FamilySearch is free; people are really excited about that,” she said, adding that she’s had some people come find her on Temple Square after their visits to the Family History Library and tell her, “It really is free.”

Currently, the Family History Library is open on Mondays 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Tuesday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m., but hours may change on conference weekend, so guests are encouraged to check familysearch.org/en/library/visit  for hours.

Church History Museum

Located next to the Family History Library, the Church History Museum is also free and offers interactive and engaging experiences for visitors of all ages to discover the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the legacies of its members around the world. 

The recent work of 148 Latter-day Saint artists from around the world in the 12th International Art Competition is on display with the theme, “ All Are Alike Unto God .”

“Temples Dot the Earth” is an exhibit designed for children ages 1-11. The hands-on experience allows children to learn about temples, inside and out. The “ Mormon Trails” exhibit shows the trails and stories of the pioneers who traveled to the Salt Lake Valley between 1846 and 1890. 

Visitors can also view a six-minute film in the First Vision Theater that draws on all accounts of the First Vision.

The Church History Museum is open Monday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday–Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed Sunday.

Church History Library

The Church History Library , on the northeast corner of North Temple and Main streets, is the Church’s primary archive — designed to collect and preserve materials about the Church, its history and its members.

The library is free and open to the public. The large reference room has open stacks, computers for patron use, and a reference desk. Materials from the library’s collection are accessible in the library’s reading room on an appointment basis.

The library has several free exhibits, including “ Foundations of Faith ,” which showcases some of the earliest records from the Church, including journals, pamphlets, manuscripts, letters, hymnals and more.

An exhibit dedicated to “ Joseph F. Smith’s Vision of the Redemption of the Dead” includes items related to President Smith, his family and the vision of the redemption of the dead. 

They include:

• Joseph Fielding Smith’s journal, where he mentioned recording the vision.
• Joseph Fielding Smith’s copy of the scriptures.
• A special insert printed in 1976 so Church members could add the vision to their personal copies of the Pearl of Great Price.

The Church History Library is open Monday through Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and closed Sundays.

Other things to see 

The Beehive House is on the corner of State and South Temple streets. The three-story home was the official residence of three Presidents of the Church — Brigham Young, Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith — and has been restored to its 19th century appearance. The Beehive House is open Mondays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed Sundays.

Next door is the Lion House , the family home of Brigham Young, but it is closed at this time to the public. 

The Brigham Young Family Cemetery , 140 E. 1st Ave., is open daily to the public. Directly east of Temple Square across State Street is Brigham Young Historic Park .

The grounds surrounding the Salt Lake Temple include the Joseph Smith Memorial Building , Church Office Building and Relief Society Building . Depending on construction work, visitors may also be able to see the Base and Meridian , which is a small statuette on the southeast corner of Temple Square. This spot is the point from which all city streets were named and numbered in Salt Lake City. 

In between the Family History Library and Church History Museum on the west side of Temple Square is Deuel Cabin , an original pioneer-era home built in 1847. The inside is temporarily closed.

Visitors can also look through windows in the wall surrounding the temple site and watch the work being done on the expansive renovation project.

Mitchell said he hopes that as guests come to Temple Square they will experience peace, reverence and excitement as they witness the renovation and restoration of the Salt Lake Temple .

“We hope they will feel God’s love for them and be assured that His plan of salvation is for each of us,” he said. “And the Savior is at the center of it. It’s truly a sacred space, and we invite all to come and to see it and experience it for themselves.” 

Sister Covington knows people cannot easily see every building or exhibit in one trip, so she makes sure to tell them to come back. She hopes they will be able to get an idea of the history and significance of Temple Square — especially the purpose and majesty of the Salt Lake Temple.

And she is looking forward to when the temple is finished and the world is welcome inside to see the renovation.

“We invite everyone to come back for the temple open house,” she said.

This article was updated June 28, 2023, to include the name change to the FamilySearch Library at Salt Lake City’s Temple Square.

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'We rejoice in this renewed temple': President Nelson dedicates Manti temple

By emily ashcraft, ksl.com | posted - april 21, 2024 at 7:10 p.m., president russell m. nelson dedicated the manti utah temple on sunday. (the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints).

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MANTI — The Manti Utah Temple was rededicated on Sunday by President Russell M. Nelson, the leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

"We build temples to honor the Lord. ... They are built for worship and not for show. We make sacred covenants of eternal significance inside these sacred walls," he said.

President Nelson's parents are from Ephraim and Manti, and his pioneer ancestors helped settle Sanpete County.

"We rejoice in this renewed temple," he said. "And we cherish the blessings that come from obedience to the solemn promises made here."

In the dedicatory prayer, President Nelson expressed gratitude for Jesus Christ, and for the possibility of spending eternal life with families because of his Atonement.

"We rededicate this magnificent temple to thee from its foundation to its towers. We rededicate each room for its intended and sacred purpose," President Nelson said.

Elder Ronald A. Rasband, of the church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, said his family history is also connected with the Manti temple.

"By divine design, the Manti Utah Temple is built on sacred land and has been consecrated by those who for more than a century have faithfully made and kept sacred covenants," he said.

Both President Nelson and Elder Rasband were accompanied by their wives at the rededication ceremony. Elder Kevin W. Pearson, president of the Utah area of the church, and Elder Kevin R. Duncan, executive director of the church's temple department, also attended with their wives.

The Manti Utah Temple was originally dedicated in 1888, and was rededicated in 1985 after extensive renovations. It closed about two and a half years ago for renovations.

An open house for the temple was held before the dedication to allow the public to see the building.

The dedication for the Manti Utah Temple was held in the evening and in only one session, which is different from other recent dedications in Utah. Weekly church meetings in congregations within the temple district were held as normal.

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PICS: Take a look inside the historic Kirtland Temple in Ohio

S ALT LAKE CITY ( ABC4 ) — For the first time since the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints bought it, the historic Kirtland Temple in Ohio has reopened to the public .

The historic building was the first temple built by the Latter-day Saints and left behind in the 1830s during the migration west to Utah. The Community of Christ , formerly known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, has legally owned the temple since 1901.

Earlier this month, the LDS Church purchased the Kirtland Temple , as well as several other artifacts, to the tune of nearly $193 million.

See below for a gallery of photos from a look inside the historic temple:

Tours of the Kirtland Temple in Kirtland, Ohio began at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 25, and are free of charge for visitors

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Enjoying Every Moment at the new Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

Eric Jay Toll

The writer was hosted

It was the end of a long series of walks—press the keycard to the door, sigh in relief seeing the flashing green, and stepping into the corner room with towering snow-covered mountains as a picture on the wall.

Except that the picture on the wall is from the floor-to-ceiling glass windows at the Hyatt Regency. The snow-covered Wasatch Mountains towered over the downtown Salt Lake City buildings. The bright sunshine scene ran the entire length of this corner room, as it does in every room in the hotel.

Five stars for the view. Four+ for the hotel. Five for the things to do in Salt Lake City.

What to expect when arriving

From the welcoming valet parking kiosk to the professional and friendly check-in and smooth and rapid bell service, the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City was an excellent combination of business hotels and luxury destinations.

Opened in 2023, the Hyatt Regency, in the middle of Downtown Salt Lake City, connects directly to the Salt Palace, Utah’s primary convention center. Just past the front desk, the doors open into the convention center.

Utah worked for ten years to get a convention hotel, and the Hyatt Regency downtown is the result. Its convenient location makes it a short walk to a slew of things to do, places to eat, and sights to see.

Just a 15-minute ride from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), the hotel boasts a contemporary lobby with a comfortable seating area and a high-top business center workspace featuring power, USB-powered ports, strong WiFi, the Salt Republic restaurant, a lobby bar, and a grab-and-go fast-casual area. The lobby area is comfortable for meeting with others, resting feet, or grabbing a snack.

What are the Hyatt room types?

The hotel has multiple guest room types. Rooms are well-appointed with floor-to-ceiling picture windows, comfortable beds, functional workspaces, seating areas, and ultra-contemporary bathrooms stocked with basic toiletries—shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion.

Each room has a large, 65-inch flat-screen TV, open-air closet and storage area, in-room refrigerator, and coffee maker. It also has a digital climate system for controlling heating and air conditioning by setting the desired temperature.

Especially appreciated with the workspaces were the multiple desktop power outlets and USB ports. Wi-Fi was strong throughout the hotel.

What are the hotel’s accessibility features?

Accessible rooms offer a single king bed or two queen beds. There are accessible view rooms and a Regency suite. Options include either a tub or a roll-in shower.  

Hyatt is committed to flexibility in accommodating all its guests.

What will a standard room be like?

Room choices include a single king bed or two queen beds. The rooms are 300 to 400 square feet and have sofas in the seating area.

Options include standard rooms, view rooms, rooms with access to the Regency Club, and a sofa bed. The hotel offers a choice of a walk-in shower or a tub.

What’s offered in a corner room?

Corner rooms are more spacious, topping 400 square feet, with windows. The rooms are not square corners but rounded, giving a more spacious feeling with the extra windows, nearly 180-degree view, and separate seating area.

The Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City is pet friendly—with a cleaning charge—allowing up to two maximum 50-pound pets per room.

What are the Hyatt suite options?

Like small apartments, the Hyatt Regency has three suite types ranging from almost 1,100 square feet with a separate bedroom to a house-sized suite of more than 1,700 square feet with separate sleeping, dining, and seating areas.

Does the Hyatt Regency have dining options and room service?

The hotel has three dining options, one of which incorporates room service. The two restaurants are quite good and offer casual and elegant dining experiences.

What to expect from the Northern Spanish flavors of Mar | Muntanya

On the sixth-floor rooftop, the sophisticated Mar | Muntanya serves the flavors of Northern Spain from the sea and the mountains with a Salt Lake City twist. One wouldn’t expect Spanish cuisine, let alone a taste of the Basque country, but Nevada and Utah have hosted Basque shepherds for generations.

The restaurant has indoor and outdoor dining. Outdoors for inclement weather, guests may sit in one of the glass dining bubbles with 360-degree views.

Combinations from the Catalonia and Basque regions inspired Chef Tyson Peterson’s creations. From the mountains, the Basque Style Chuletón, a ribeye steak, is fire-grilled and touched with sea salt for traditionalists. For those wanting more adventurous meat, the Campfire Elk Loin is served with potato purée, house-smoked Iberico bacon, and a blackberry jus and sage crumbs. Even those who are not fans of wild games will like this platter.

From the Catalonian coast, the Slow-Cooked Seabass sits on a sweet potato purée under a piquillo sauce with olives, brown butter, and almond crumbs. For the palate seeking unique flavors, the Grilled Octopus is surprisingly tasty, with its potato purée and chorizo complemented and flavored with garlic and lemon.

Various desserts will satisfy the craving to top off an elegant meal with something sweet.

Is Salt Republic open all day?

Located on the lobby level, the full-service restaurant Salt Republic serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is a more comfortable, contemporary, and casual setting than Mar | Muntanya. The Salt Republic offers traditional breakfast selections and a hefty buffet.

Lunch mixes healthy and hearty meals with local ingredients and a wood-fired oven. Its approach to the noontime meal is a choice of soups and salads interspersed with sandwiches that include a Wagyu Pastrami Smash Burger and a Blackened Lake Trout. Several entrées, including Steak & Frites and Fish’n’Chips, are available.

Dinner carries over many of the lunch selections, like the Wild Mushroom Cream soup and Smashburger, and adds a broad selection of entrées incorporating the lunch specialties and upping the ante with a Seafood Risotto and Short Rib Ragu.

Dessert is delicious anytime, and the show’s star is the Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake.

Does The Market serve food or grab-and-go?

Market Coffee & Fresh Goods, on the lobby level next to Salt Republic, is open 24 hours a day. It offers freshly brewed coffee and coffee barista-blended beverages, packaged snacks, fruits, and easy-to-eat meals and sandwiches made at the hotel. The Market also has a limited menu of foods that can be prepared to order.

The meals can be carried back to rooms or enjoyed at the tables around the lobby.

Market-To-Go is the hotel’s room service, and orders are delivered daily between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Is there a hotel bar or lounge?

Utah’s liquor laws are often misunderstood. They are based on a long conservative tradition dating back to the 19th century. Due to a locust invasion destroying crops, alcohol was banned to preserve corn for food during a famine. Until the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics, Utah’s liquor laws moved from banning mixed drinks, requiring club memberships, and putting glasses in paper bags to a more conventional approach.

Today, memberships are not required, paper bags are not used, and secret codes aren’t necessary to relax while enjoying a craft cocktail in the Contribution Cocktail Lounge. However, nearly all of the cocktails are also offered in spirit-free options.

Along with a wide array of craft and traditional cocktails, the lobby bar offers a limited menu of munchies, boards, and sweets.

Contribution’s traditional and uniquely named craft cocktails are the mainstay, but a spotlight is beamed on special drinks inspired by lounge team members. These unique offerings change monthly. Snuggled in the southeast corner of the hotel, Contribution is set up for couples or groups of friends and associates.

Is the Hyatt Regency good for business meetings?

As Salt Lake City’s official convention center hotel, the Hyatt offers multiple meeting spaces, event space, and meeting rooms encompassing over 60,000 square feet. Its 23,000-square-foot Regency Ballroom can hold nearly 3,000 people. The almost 15,000-square-foot Salt Lake Ballroom holds over 1,800 people.

In addition, the Hyatt Regency has 19 meeting venues with space for 10 to 90 guests. All rooms have Wi-Fi and the latest technology capacity for audio and video. Near the ballroom and meeting rooms, there is a lounge area for guests to relax or hold conversations with live streaming television of the main meeting events.

On the sixth-floor pool deck, the Sundance Terrace can host up to 600 guests plein aire with mountain views.

What other services does the Hyatt offer?

A full-service hotel, the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City offers concierge services to acquire admission passes and recommend restaurants outside the hotel.

Daily room cleaning services are efficient and ensure a ready welcome when returning at the end of the day. Laundry and dry cleaning can be arranged for guests.

On the sixth floor is a fitness center with expected machines, treadmills, and some free weights. The hotel business center offers services to support guests and meetings. Also on the sixth floor is the heated swimming pool and terrace. The hotel has no hot tub, so its rating is only four-plus, not five stars.

What is there to do in Downtown Salt Lake City?

There’s much walking in Salt Lake City, Utah. There’s the walk down the airport concourse, through the tunnel, and up to the next concourse. There’s the walk from the main concourse across the spacious airport lobby to ride-share pick-up. There’s the walk to the room from the elevator. Then there are the walks to truly enjoy Downtown Salt Lake City.

City Creek and City Creek Shopping Center

Just three blocks from the hotel is the City Creek Shopping Center. This multi-level indoor/outdoor shopping center is built around City Creek, the natural creek running from the Wasatch Mountains to the Great Salt Lake. A pleasant promenade and small waterfalls bisect the local shops and national chains, making for a nice place to walk between the hotel and Temple Square.

Temple Square and the Mormon Tabernacle

Temple Square, the spiritual and physical heart of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, is undergoing significant renovations. It is still a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. The historic temple is shrouded in scaffolding as it’s being seismically retrofitted following damage from a March 2020 earthquake.

The 5.7-magnitude quake shook the trumpet out of the hand of the Angel Moroni. Just over four years later, on April 3, 2024, the golden statue with the trumpet was once again placed atop the Temple’s tallest spire.

Although a reopening of the Temple has yet to be set and several buildings are under construction, the historic Mormon Tabernacle, home of the world-famous choir, is open to the public.

Visiting Temple Square puts a visitor smack dab in the middle of Salt Lake City. Downtown shops and towering office buildings are to the south, and the state Capitol complex is to the north.

Utah State Capitol

The Utah State Capitol is another walkable destination from the Hyatt, with guided or self-guided tours to see its history, art, and artifacts. The State Capitol was modeled after the U.S. Capitol. Its hilltop setting is Instagram-able

Salt Lake City Library

The ultra-modern library with a rooftop terrace houses books and media and provides a respite for remote work, catching up on email, art exhibits, and sweeping city views.

Biking Salt Lake City

With its wide streets, numerous bike paths, and nearby mountain trails, riding a bike and heading for the hills is great exercise and a getaway experience. The hotel can help arrange the perfect bike for guests.

Can you get to ski areas from the Hyatt?

Utah ski areas are very close to Downtown Salt Lake City. In years past, ski resort authorities would guarantee that if your flight arrived before noon, you could still get in a couple of hours of skiing before dinner.

Why are Utah street names so confusing?

They can be confusing, but it all makes sense if you think like a local. Utah streets are named by numbers reflecting addresses. Knowing the cross-streets identifies the location and how far from the center of Salt Lake City a destination is located.

The center address is where the city’s north-south Main Street crosses the east-west North and South Temple streets. The two Temple streets mark the north and south sides of Temple Square. On the left is West Temple Street, and on the east is State Street, which runs up to the Capitol complex.

Then come the numbered streets, such as 100 West, 600 North, 1000 South, and 500 East. The names seem crazy until the system is understood. Locals refer to the numbered streets without the last two zeros. So, the four examples are “First West,” “Sixth North,” “Tenth South,” and “Fifth East.”

With eight blocks to the mile in Salt Lake City (most cities are six blocks to the mile), 800 North (“Eighth North”) is one mile north of Temple Square; 1600 East (16th East) is two miles east of the Temple.

The addresses are easy to pinpoint. The Hyatt is at South West Temple and 200 South (Second South). Although the address looks confusing, it tells you the hotel is on the west side of the same street as Temple Square and a quarter mile (two blocks) south of the Temple.

The Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City is 170 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101.

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Elevate Your Evening: Salt Lake's Sky-High Rooftop Bars

I don’t know about you, but we’re always scouting out the best places to grab a drink. Salt Lake’s burgeoning nightlife scene has added a plethora of new bars to the mix and rooftops are at the top of our favorites (pun intended). Let’s face it, there’s nothing better than relaxing via rooftop with a cocktail in hand. Cue ultimate fun, relaxation, and killer mountain views on your next vacation to Salt Lake with seven of our favorite rooftop bars.

Kick Back and Watch the Sunset at Van Ryder

First up, and perhaps most notable on the list, is Salt Lake’s newest addition to the rooftop arena, Van Ryder . Located at the recently opened Le Meridian hotel in downtown Salt Lake, this is the perfect rooftop to get spectacular views of Salt Lake. Kick back on plush fur couches, sit by a blazing fire, and watch the sunset over the Oquirrh Mountain Range. Van Ryder also has a full menu of sustainability and locally sourced ingredients, from pork belly boa to short rib sliders, and of course carefully curated cocktails. Half indoor and half outdoor, this rooftop can be enjoyed year-round.

Killer Vibe and Killer Nachos at Gracie's

A Salt Lake classic is Gracie’s in downtown Salt Lake. Just minutes from the Salt Palace Convention Center, this is a great second story rooftop to take in the liveliness of bustling Salt Lake. Known by locals for their killer nachos or notorious brunch “Hangover,” this rooftop bar has some unexpectedly great food to accompany your rooftop drink. They also frequently have live music or a DJ so you can plan on dancing the night away.

Try Great Local Brews at Grid City

Grid City Beer Works is one of many outstanding breweries here in Salt Lake, but even better, at this brewery you can sit on the rooftop deck. They were even voted by Salt Lake City Weekly as one of the top rooftop patios in the city. Oh, as well as, best brewpub food, best vegan burger, and best seltzers—yeah this place is legit. Their rooftop deck is only open seasonally and only on weekends, so be sure to call or check their website before going.

Get Food Hall Variety with Rooftop Views at Drift Lounge at Woodbine

One of Salt Lake’s newest food halls, Woodbine , is also home to a snazzy bar and rooftop lounge, the Drift Lounge . Located in one of Salt Lake’s trendiest hotspots, the Granary District, this rooftop is sure to be bustling and full of energy—especially during the summer months when the Granary Live Concert Series is taking place. Concert goers can flow between the inviting outside concert space to the rooftop lounge and back, making it a unique one-of-a-kind Salt Lake experience.

A Salt Lake Classic Sports Bar—The Green Pig

Another Salt Lake staple is The Green Pig . You ask any local a good sports bar, and they’ll likely tell you Green Pig. Although we find the best part to be their second story rooftop patio that overlooks the Salt Lake City and County Building. You can sip a beer while looking at the beautiful manicured lawns of Washington Square Park and the famous clock tower of the city county building. There are also a wide variety of festivals and events that take place across the street from the pub, so it’s a great watering hole after events like Pride , Utah Arts Festival , and Living Traditions Festival .

Unique and Cool—The Crown Bar at evo

Located at evo Hotel , this third story rooftop bar is not just for hotel guests, but it’s also open to the public. At The Crown Bar You can lounge by a fire pit under hanging twinkle lights in one of Salt Lake’s up-and-coming areas, the Granary District.  You could even get some bouldering in before your rooftop beverage at The Bouldering Project, a massive 26 thousand square foot indoor climbing gym located at the hotel.

Classy, Gorgeous, and Delicious—Mar Muntanya at the Hyatt Regency

This Northern Spanish culinary experience from chef Tyson Peterson is more than just a rooftop bar. You can enjoy some incredible tapas while looking out over the heart of Salt Lake’s downtown. Located on the sixth floor of the Hyatt Regency , accessible from right inside the convention center, making Mar Muntanya a perfect rooftop experience after attending a conference or convention (or really any other time). They also have a private rooftop globe dining experience  where you can dine intimately with your friends right next to the pool terrace year-round.

Whether it's rooftop or not, Salt Lake has some incredible bars , dining , and nightlife . Check out these and more on your next trip to Salt Lake!

Jessica Chindgren