Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour

Overview

THIS is the original, most trusted tour of Salt Lake City for 44 years! Led by top-rated local tour guides, our immersive storytelling brings the history to life.
In 2.5 hours, you’ll experience a carefully refined 20-mile loop through the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, with stops including the grand Utah Capitol to the serene Temple Square, the historic Mormon Pioneer Trail Monument, and the magnificent Cathedral of the Madeleine.
Why spend your visit juggling GPS directions and wrestling with traffic when you could be soaking up the beauty, history, and charm of Salt Lake City? Our guests always say this was “the best first thing they did in SLC.” Sit back, relax, and take in the sights from the comfort of our air-conditioned bus with large panoramic windows. Our passionate guides will share fascinating insights, entertaining stories, and local secrets you simply won’t find on your own.

City: Salt Lake City

Thu 17 Jul

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Starting at $69.00

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Thu 17 Jul

Starting at $69.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

English-speaking tour guide

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

This is the Place Heritage Park

An authentic1860 pioneer village. Visitor's pavilion, This Is The Place State Park and Monument, gift shop, restrooms.

Temple Square

Hear live, the World Famous Tabernacle organ. Temple Square is the center point of the city and the most popular tourist site.

Utah State Capitol

Magnificent. A true National treasure Definitely one of the most beautiful capitols in America.

Cathedral of the Madeleine

A stunning and gorgeous cathedral built in 1901 and the mother church for Roman Catholics in Utah. Tour inside and picture taking.

Beehive House

Pioneer mansion of Brigham Young, founder of Salt Lake City. Guide will give instructions for arranging free guest tours for our guests.

Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail

A 1,300 mile trail that 70,000 Mormon pioneers travelled. Ask guide to point out the trail's end. It's still visible after 170 years

Governor's Mansion

The historic home of a wealthy silver miner 100 years ago is now the largest governor's mansions in America.

The Salt Lake Masonic Temple

Egyptian revival architecture - Hollywood movie scenes are often filmed inside.

Olympic Cauldron Park

Hear the story of the most successful Winter Olympic Games ever and see the Olympic Cauldron that was used in the Opening Ceremonies

Deuel Pioneer Log Home

Original log cabin from 1847 when Salt Lake City was founded. Picture stop.

Council Hall

Historic City Hall - Where the first woman in America voted. Guides narrate the dramatic event. Woman's suffrage monument.

McCune Mansion

Hear the story behind Utah's first million-dollar mansion

The Conference Center Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints

A 21,000 seat religious auditorium for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, made of Rocky Mountain stone and covered with a 4-acre garden on the roof

Salt Lake City Public Library

Its Modern architecture won national awards and made it "America's Library of the Year" Architect, Moshe Safdie, is now World famous.

City and County Building

Built in 1894 to rival the nearby Salt Lake Temple. A masterpiece of Richardson Romanesque architecture towering over 250 feet tall.

National Pony Express Monument

Hear the story of the Pony Express and see the monument to the riders

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Kathleen_S

Sep 2023

Our guide discussed history of the Mormon migration, diversity in the city, geology of the area and natural phenomena.

Response from Host

Oct 2023

Thank you for taking a moment to review your Salt Lake City Bus Tour. We're happy to hear that it was a 5-star experience for you!

Greg_B

Sep 2023

Mike the tour guide was Excellent! Knew Salt Lake so well and some of the behind the scenes stuff that brings the past to life. Hands on and feet down inside the State Capitol was a highlight

Response from Host

Sep 2023

Thank you for your review of the Salt Lake City Bus Tour and of your guide, Mike. He will be pleased to hear how much you enjoyed his tour!

fabiogG7091IN

Sep 2023

Fantastic experience, an absolute must if you come to this splendid American city. Congratulations to the driver Mark, a very professional person, but at the same time friendly and very helpful, always attentive to the needs of all participants. The tour is very well structured with specific visits to the most interesting points of the city, with the possibility of stopping often to learn more and take some photos. I absolutely recommend. Well done! 👍🔝👏🇮🇹 Fabio Giardina Rome Italy

Response from Host

Sep 2023

Thank you kindly for sharing your review of our Salt Lake City Bus Tour. Your guide, Mark, will be delighted to hear that you mentioned him by name and enjoyed his tour guiding knowledge and skills. We're so glad to hear that you found the tour to be well structured and such a worthwhile experience!