Private Tour Through Salt Lake Historical Roots

Salt Lake City, USA
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Relive the arrival of the Mormon pioneers to the Salt Lake Valley and discover the key sites where a unique city was built—guided by faith, vision, and perseverance.
This historical tour follows a chronological journey from the arrival of the first settlers in 1847 to the establishment of Salt Lake City as the spiritual and political capital of Utah. Along the way, you'll explore significant landmarks, hear powerful stories of sacrifice and determination, and gain a deeper understanding of how a once barren desert transformed into a thriving center of culture and religion.
Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this experience brings the past to life through captivating storytelling and meaningful stops that shaped the identity of Utah.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Relive the historical moment when the pioneers descended from Emigration Canyon. From this place, view the valley that would change their lives.
  2. This is the Place Heritage Park
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the site where Brigham Young declared: This is the place. The moment when he had the holy sign that this what the valley where they would establish.
  3. Pass by
    A car ride through the streets that still conserve pioneer architecture.
  4. Temple Square
    1h
    Spiritual center for the LDS faith
    View the:
    - Salt Lake City Temple (under reconstruction)
    - Tabernacle
    - Conference Center
    - Gardens
  5. 20m
    Historic railway station that marked the commercial and tourism growth of the city.
  6. Pass by
    Residence of the Governor of Utah, an example of period architecture and a symbol of the moment when Utah became a state (1896).
  7. Utah State Capitol
    1h
    Culmination of the pioneers' dream: Utah as a state and Salt Lake as its capital.
    Neoclassical building overlooking the valley and Temple Square.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our reservations team will contact you a night before to give you your drivers information.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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