Salt Lake Tabernacle Tours
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Completed in 1867, the Salt Lake Tabernacle is an architectural marvel famous for its remarkable acoustics: A pin dropped at the pulpit can be heard clearly at the back of the hall 170 feet (52 meters) away. Home of the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir, the church hosts concerts and tours that attract visitors from all over the world.
The Basics
Tours of the Salt Lake Tabernacle are free, and you can time your visit to catch a live performance by one of the most recognized and beloved choirs in the world, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Visitors can listen to the choir practice on Thursday evenings or attend a live Sunday morning broadcast of Music and the Spoken Word, the longest-running national broadcast in the country.
Many guided tours of Salt Lake City include a stop at the tabernacle as part of a visit to Temple Square, Utah’s most visited attraction. In addition to Temple Square, some tours include other city sights such as the Utah State Capitol and the Pony Express Monument.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Tickets to the live Sunday morning broadcast performance of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir are free.
- Sunday best or business-style dress is recommended for Sunday choir performances.
- The Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, and rehearsals are free and open to the public.
- Thirty-minute organ recitals are given daily in the tabernacle and conference center at Temple Square.
How to Get There
The Salt Lake Tabernacle, located in Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City, is easily reached by bus or TRAX, Salt Lake City’s light rail system. Take the TRAX blue or green line to Temple Square or City Center, both within a block of Temple Square, or any number of buses that stop along North Temple Street. Bus and train transportation within the city’s Free Fare Zone, which includes Temple Square, is free.
When to Get There
The Salt Lake Tabernacle can be visited year-round, although the Mormon Tabernacle Choir performs in the conference center on Temple Square during the summer months to accommodate larger crowds. The choir’s performance schedule may change during the holidays and tickets may be required for special holiday performances, so check ahead to avoid disappointment.
Others Things to See at Temple Square
In addition to the historical tabernacle, Temple Square also features two visitors center, the magnificent Salt Lake City Temple and reflecting ponds, monuments, fountains, gardens, and more. Free guided tours of Temple Square are available daily in over 40 languages.
Address: Temple Square, Salt Lake City 84150, USA
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Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Go sightseeing in Salt Lake City with ease on this 4-hour coach tour. You’ll see some of Utah's top urban attractions like the Mormon Trail, Temple Square, Old Deseret Village, the State Capitol Building, Fort Douglas and sites from the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. Plus, purchase lunch at the Lion House, the former home of pioneer Brigham Young, and take in a live recital at the renowned Mormon Tabernacle.
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Best of Salt Lake City Including Great Salt Lake Sightseeing Tour
Experience the best of Salt Lake City during this sightseeing excursion that includes a performance by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Visit highlights such as Temple Square, Capitol Hill, the Mormon Battalion Monument, Union Pacific Station, and Historic Brigham Street and see the city’s most spectacular mansions and cathedrals. Since this is a small-group tour, you’ll have plenty of time to ask questions, too.
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Private Sightseeing Tour of Salt Lake City
With just one day to experience Salt Lake City, this private tour lets you explore at your own pace and benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide. Stroll around the landmarks and gardens of Temple Square, admire the historic buildings along Brigham Street, visit Capitol Hill and the Utah State Capital building, and enjoy views over Salt Lake City and the surrounding Rocky Mountains.
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Best of Salt Lake City Sightseeing Tour
Short on time? This tour is the perfect overview of Salt Lake City! Explore 170 years of history and sights on a fully-narrated tour guided by a local expert.
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Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Enjoy a performance from the world-renowned Tabernacle Choir plus a sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City, Utah on this tour. Start with a bus tour around Utah’s high-elevation capital. See many of the city’s popular sites, like the Utah State Capitol building, This is the Place Heritage Park, and the 10-acre Temple Square complex. Then take in a performance by the Grammy- and Emmy Award-winning, 360-member, all-volunteer Tabernacle Choir.
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Private Tour: Best of Salt Lake City including the Great Salt Lake
Experience the best sightseeing of Salt Lake City in one day! Visit Great Salt Lake and the best attractions of historic Salt Lake City. Hear stories and see sights you won’t find on your own.
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