The Temple Square grounds features 19th-century architecture and beautifully cultivated gardens.
Temple Square is among Salt Lake City's top attractions.
The new Temple Square Visitors’ Center offers a look into one of Salt Lake City’s most iconic landmarks. The 39,800-square-foot facility explores the Latter-day Saint temple experience through its standout attraction: "Inside a Temple."
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2027 Salt Lake Temple Open House Dates & Ticket Info
Historically, access to the interior of the Salt Lake Temple is reserved exclusively for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This open house represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the public to step inside the historic 1893 structure.
Key Dates to Remember:
- Reservations Open: September 1, 2026
- Open House Dates: April 5, 2027 – October 1, 2027
- Where to Book: Official tour reservations can be secured at templesquare.org.
Play The Hits: Exploring Salt Lake City's Iconic Sights
Utah’s capital city boasts a unique history. It is rich in frontier history for sure but its story doesn't end (or begin) there. Experience the many layers of history, prehistory and contemporary culture.
Highlights
- Temple Square
- Utah Museum of Contemporary Art
- Natural History Museum of Utah
- Red Butte Gardens
Extending Your Trip: The Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area
If you are traveling from out of state, maximize your trip by exploring Central and Southern Utah. The area spans over 400 miles of scenic highways connecting historic pioneer towns with Utah's iconic Mighty 5 national parks. Here are some highlights:
- Scenic Byway 12 & Escalante Canyon: Dubbed one of America's most beautiful drives, this highway winds past slot canyons, slickrock domes, and the historic Ebenezer Bryce Cabin built in 1881.
- Bryce Canyon National Park: Famous for its thousands of brilliant red, red-orange, and pink sandstone pillars (hoodoos). Pioneer Ebenezer Bryce famously described this striking landscape as "a hell of a place to lose a cow."
- Capitol Reef National Park (Town of Fruita): Tucked inside a massive red rock fold, you can walk through an isolated 19th-century pioneer settlement, view ancient petroglyphs and pick fresh fruit from historic orchards.
- Sanpete Valley (Little Denmark): Drive along Highway 89 through towns like Manti and Spring City (which is entirely listed on the National Register of Historic Places) to experience beautifully preserved Scandinavian pioneer architecture, local artisan shops, and stunning mountain views.
- Mystic Hot Springs: Located in the Sevier Valley, this unique desert oasis features mineral-rich, 168-degree water channeling into natural travertine pools and vintage soaking tubs—originally enjoyed by nomadic Paiute tribes and early pioneer travelers alike.
10 Top Stops Along the National Pioneer Mormon Heritage Area
Here are 10 of the best stops along Utah's Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area’s backroads and byways. Explore rich Mormon historic sites, awe-inspiring canyons and mountains and unforgettable outdoor adventures.
Exploring Utah's Mighty 5® National Parks
Utah's five national parks each anchor a travel region, inviting visitors to explore not just the iconic parks, but also the surrounding state parks, national monuments and small towns that weave texture into Southern Utah. Explore our resources to learn how you can maximize your experience, while minimizing your impact on delicate landscapes
Utah's Mighty 5
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Arches National Park
Arches National Park contains more than 2,000 natural arches—the greatest concentration in the country. Find places to stay, itineraries, and weather for Arches, Moab and Canyonlands National Park.
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Bryce Canyon National Park
An alpine forest with as many red rock hoodoos as trees. At dawn and dusk, mule deer graze the forested plateau along the road into Bryce Canyon.
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Canyonlands National Park
Canyonlands is home to many different types of travel experiences, from sublime solitude in the more remote stretches of the park to moderate hikes through the Needles district to the opportunity to create your own version of one of the West's most photographed landforms, Mesa Arch.
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Capitol Reef National Park
Even considering Utah’s many impressive national parks and monuments, it is difficult to rival Capitol Reef National Park’s sense of expansiveness, of broad, sweeping vistas, of a tortured, twisted, seemingly endless landscape, or of limitless sky and desert rock.
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Zion National Park
Whether you are trying to catch your breath while climbing the trail to Angel's Landing or watching the shadows constantly change the mood of the Court of the Patriarchs, Zion National Park is always ready to quench your appetite for outdoor wonder.
The Mighty 5: Ultimate Journey
Grab a national parks annual pass for best access to The Mighty 5®.
Highlights
- Arches National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Canyonlands National Park
- Capitol Reef National Park
- Zion National Park
Stories to Inspire Your Travel
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Temple Square: The Geographical and Musical Heart of Salt Lake
Learn more about Temple Square: The Geographical and Musical Heart of Salt Lake City and home to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and their weekly performances.
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Best Restaurants in Salt Lake City
Salt Lake’s dining culture buzzes with long-time local legends, lively breweries, international fare and fine dining favorites.
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Hike + Dine: Salt Lake City
Here are a few of Utah's Salt Lake City best hiking trails and eateries to check out during your next visit.
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A Walking Tour of Temple Square
From 19th-century architecture to beautifully cultivated gardens, Temple Square provides a sacred place of worship for Latter-day Saints while also being a popular visitor destination.
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The Hands That Shape Temple Square
If you visit Salt Lake City, you should visit Temple Square. Breathtaking architecture and landscaping will awe and inspire you. Learn more!
