Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Original Salt Lake City Sightseeing Tour
For over 45 years, we’ve perfected Salt Lake City’s signature sightseeing experience — a complete, fully guided city bus tour led by expert local storytellers.
In 2.5 hours, you’ll experience a carefully designed 20-mile route showcasing the city’s 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 recital—a unique experience available only at this time.
Why Guests Love It:
✓ Salt Lake’s longest-running tour company (45+ years)
✓ Family-owned and operated by Utah locals
✓ Fully guided at every stop — your guide hops off with you
✓ Comfortable air-conditioned coach with panoramic windows
Discover why visitors call this tour “the best first thing to do in SLC.”
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s 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
What To Expect
Salt Lake Utah Temple
Admire the iconic Salt Lake Temple—the 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 Square—the 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.
Options
Salt Lake City Bus Tour
What‘s Included
English-speaking tour guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,574 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Clarity
W1941HPdianab,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide gave us a history of SLC and took us to and by historic buildings. He took us and escorted us around the capital and to a temple recital. He was very clear about our length of time at each place and where the bus would be afterwards. A great job!
Great tour just wish we...
Heather C,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great tour just wish we had a little more time at stops to explore. Overall it was a great tour of many different places.
Love the sights of Utah
deniselW9843YW,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tabernacle was awesome as was the capital. All the stops were nice. I just wish he would help handicapped in and out of vans. My mom was afraid to get out.
A wonderful day in SLC
M9221XEgingerm,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00He did a wonderful job with his commentary. Friendly and full of great inside information on the sites!
Nice tour for an introduction to the city.
Philip W,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Not quite what I was expecting, but it did take us around the city to tour the statehouse for about 15 minutes and we visited the temple during a rehearsal of the large organ in the main hall for about 20 minutes. The guide had a vast knowledge of the city and identified historical sites and their background. This tour gives you a basic intro of the area, and you can always go back a visit places of interest on your own with no time constraints.
Excellant this tour was professional done
Carolann C,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. And you get to see a lot of the city. The bus was very comfortable
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Ralph B,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a must do tour of Salt Lake City. Our guide Todd was a wealth of information. He knew a lot of interesting details about the city and its founders. He also commented on the unique topography of the area basin and range formations.
Amazing bus tour of Salt Lake.
Discover532704,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was amazing. Our guide, Kevin, was amazing. He is so knowledgeable about Salt Lake. He shared so much information with us. I encourage you to book this trip.
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justin5ntxverizonnet,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible tour. The learning experience and views were amazing!! If you are in town, it's a must do.
Utah At It's Finest 🙂.
sharonrK6231ZV,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour. Todd was very friendly and informative. He took the time to give us a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend the tour. More importantly I would highly recommend Todd as the tour guide.
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