Salt Lake City, Guided City Tour and Mormon Tabernacle Choir

Explore the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square alongside an informative bus tour of Salt Lake City. Discover landmarks such as Capitol Hill, Brigham Young Estate, Salt Lake Temple, and the Governor's Mansion during this comprehensive experience.

Salt Lake City boasts its oldest and most cherished guided tour, established over three decades, led by a seasoned local expert. This comprehensive experience encompasses a variety of captivating sites, each offering a unique glimpse into the city’s rich history and cultural heritage.

Highlights at Temple Square:
- Mormon Tabernacle: Constructed in 1867, this magnificent structure serves as both the heart of the Mormon community and a testament to musical excellence, featuring the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the largest pipe organ in the world (11,632 pipes).
- Salt Lake Temple: An architectural masterpiece that stands as the most iconic building in Utah, housing the largest genealogy library in the United States.
- Family History Library: The repository houses the world’s largest genealogy collection.
- Conference Center: A venue designed specifically for large-scale events, capable of hosting theatrical-style auditoriums.
- Historic Hotel Utah: A century-old luxury hotel once used by U.S. presidents.

Unique Landmarks at Capitol Hill:
- Capitol: Voted as the second-most beautiful landmark in America.
- Scenic Overlook: Offers panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains.
- Council Hall: The City Hall of the Old West.
- Mormon Battalion Monument: Commemorating the first and only religious unit in the U.S. military.

Pioneer Heritage Park:
- Mormon Pioneer Trail: Witness the journey of 70,000 pioneers who traversed 1,300 miles.
- This Is the Place Monument: Honoring Mormon pioneers and explorers of the American West.
- Scenic Overlook: Views of the entire valley and Great Salt Lake.
- Pony Express Monument: Featuring awe-inspiring statues and relay stations with picturesque mountain backdrops.

Brigham Young Estate:
- Beehive House: The residence of Brigham Young, often referred to as the “American Moses,” showcasing his grand lifestyle.
- Lion House: A polygamous mansion for 20 wives and their children during the Old West era.

Additional Attractions Include:
- Historic Union Pacific Depot: One of the finest train stations from the Old West.
- Gateway Center & Olympic Legacy Plaza: Serving as the gateway to the city.
- Pioneer Square and Historic Rio Grande Train Station: Providing insight into the past.
- Fort Douglas: A Civil War-era fort constructed to oversee the Mormons.
- Olympic Village and Stadium: Offering a chance to relive the historical success of the most successful Winter Olympics ever.
- University of Utah: Established in 1850, the oldest state university west of the Missouri River.
- Historic Brigham Street Mansions District: Millionaire’s row from 100 years ago.
- Governor’s Mansion: Another example of wealth from the mining magnates.
- Cathedral of the Madeleine: The Roman Catholic headquarters in Utah.
- First Presbyterian Church: Known for its exquisite red sandstone and stained-glass windows.
- Masonic Temple: With Egyptian Revival architecture and mysterious sphinx statues.
- Library Square: Designed by a renowned architect in a modern yet elegant style.
- City Hall: Symbolizing non-Mormon citizens’ defiance against the Mormon Church.

These attractions provide visitors with a profound understanding of Salt Lake City’s diverse cultural heritage and its pivotal role in American history.