Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Original Salt Lake City Sightseeing Tour
For over 45 years, weโve perfected Salt Lake Cityโs signature sightseeing experience โ a complete, fully guided city bus tour led by expert local storytellers.
In 2.5 hours, youโll experience a carefully designed 20-mile route showcasing the cityโs most iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Enjoy attractions like the Utah State Capitol with mountain views, Temple Square, the Cathedral of the Madeleine, historic pioneer monuments, and elegant Victorian mansions.
Special Highlight:
Guests on the 10:00 AM tour enjoy a visit to Temple Square to hear the world-famous Tabernacle organ recitalโa unique experience available only at this time.
Why Guests Love It:
โ Salt Lakeโs longest-running tour company (45+ years)
โ Family-owned and operated by Utah locals
โ Fully guided at every stop โ your guide hops off with you
โ Comfortable air-conditioned coach with panoramic windows
Discover why visitors call this tour โthe best first thing to do in SLC.โ
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adultโs lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Folding wheelchairs and walkers may be accommodated but you must notify us by email at least 24 hours before the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Salt Lake Utah Temple
Admire the iconic Salt Lake Templeโthe most photographed and recognizable symbol of Salt Lake City. This stunning granite masterpiece took 40 years to complete (1853-1893), with pioneer craftsmen quarrying and hand-cutting every stone from nearby mountains. While the Temple interior is reserved exclusively for Church members, your guide brings the exterior to life with fascinating stories about its construction, symbolic architecture, and cultural significance. Learn about the six soaring spires (the tallest reaching 210 feet), the intricate hand-carved details, the Angel Moroni statue crowning the central spire, and the symbolism woven throughout. Your guide shares captivating tales of pioneer dedication, the architectural features that make this building unique, and its role as the centerpiece of Temple Square. Enjoy photo opportunities from the beautifully landscaped grounds surrounding this National Historic Landmark that has defined Salt Lake City's skyline for over 130 years.
Temple Square
Explore Temple Squareโthe spiritual and historical heart of Salt Lake City spanning 10 beautifully landscaped acres in downtown. This iconic 35-acre complex is Utah's #1 tourist attraction, welcoming millions of visitors annually to its stunning architecture, manicured gardens, and rich pioneer heritage. Discover the magnificent grounds featuring the Salt Lake Temple with its six soaring granite spires, the historic Tabernacle with world-famous acoustics, seasonal flower displays, and statues honoring pioneer history. Your guide shares captivating stories about the square's significance, the 40-year Temple construction, and the pioneers who settled this valley. Admire the Assembly Hall's Gothic Revival architecture, the Seagull Monument commemorating Utah's miracle story, and the beautifully maintained gardens. This National Historic Landmark represents the architectural and cultural centerpiece of Mormon heritage and remains one of America's most visited religious sites.
Whatโs Included
English-speaking tour guide
Options
Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Reviews
1,427 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Elizabeth F,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was knowledgeable and friendly! Great tour! ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
Todd best guide!
689marcelah,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide! Best tour! Very knowledgeable and provided great information. Kind and fun! Highly recommended!
Fun tour
SuzKMo,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kevin was a great tour guide. He really knows the history of Salt Lake City and made the day very interesting. I would recommend.
Best Way to See SLC quickly
travel junkie479,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best way to see the city! Kevin was an amazing guide.
Fun fun fun tour
happymomlasvegas,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing, fun, tourguides. Austin and the star tour was great ,fun,and very helpful Michelle....the city tour was great, very informative, fun great stories... I would hire them to do tours for me in Las vegas. Great job.
Good Salt Lake Tour for overall sights and knowledge
brentb404,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mathew was very knowledgeable of the area and personable we enjoyed his tour
Perfect tour of SLC !
gennifercarlo,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent introduction to SLC. Bus was clean and comfortable- guide Kevin was very pleasant and knowledgeable- tour was the perfect length and spent just enough time at the stops. Strongly recommend!
Worth the tour
Maps59672007613,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kevin was awesome! Very knowledgeable about the history. Recommended places to explore and eat.
Good tour and guide.
G1297RFcindys,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kevin was a professional and entertaining guide. He shared the history and current life of Salt Lake area smoothly and kept the tour running with clear instructions and what to look for. Recommend this tour if you want a good overview and a well seaignes tour.
Amazing Experience
lynnrosegoltz,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Todd did an amazing job getting us to see all the places as listed. He was patient, kind and listened well to questions of travelers and answering them. He was especially attentive when I took a fall off the bus at a stop (I was hurting from several days of walking in our previous travels) and assisted in making sure I was ok. Itโs an Amazing and comprehensive tour and the live Organ recital at the Temple was Absolutely Amazing!!!
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