Capitol Hill
Salt Lake City
Visit Capitol Hill
Popular places to visit
Temple Square
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.
Conference Center
Tour the massive auditorium of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which seats over 21,000 people and is anchored by a 7,667-pipe organ.
Salt Lake Temple
This neo-Gothic centerpiece of Temple Square is an imposing sight that is closed to the general public, but highly revered by followers of the Mormon Church.
Utah State Capitol
Join a tour of the elegant home of Utah’s state government and see its beautifully preserved neoclassical architecture, period decorations and artworks.
Salt Lake Tabernacle
Experience the architectural and acoustic wonder of this landmark structure, which has awed visitors and worshippers with its unique design since 1875.
Joseph Smith Memorial Building
This heritage building is a popular breakfast, lunch and dining destination in Temple Square.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Top hotels in Capitol Hill
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
"Great hotel choice for us with easy entrance to the convention center. Grateful to ride the e bike right outside to explore Temple Square. So much fun. Bed, bedding towels we all very nice and great access to plugs which by the way all worked!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Downtown/The Gateway
"The employees were super friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Asher Adams, Autograph Collection
"the best"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Kimball at Temple Square
"A unique room only a block from Temple Square. Well maintained."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Little America Hotel
"This hotel has rooms in a separate building that is not within the main lobby/building. Some of those rooms are along a street where there is a train that runs ALL.NIGHT.LONG. We got stuck in one of those rooms. No warning. No nothing. I could understand if you’re paying less for those rooms but ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"Staff was very helpful and friendly. Very clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Capitol Hill
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.
Sugar House
Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Cinemark Sugarhouse and Forest Dale Golf Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to see more of the city.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Salt Lake City and County Building, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
Midvalley
While you're in Midvalley, take in top sights like Fashion Place Mall or Telephone Creek, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Murray North Station or Fashion Place West Station.
East Bench
While visiting East Bench, you might make a stop by sights like Telephone Creek and Dimple Dell Nature Park.
