How well do you know Utah’s capital city? Even if you grew up in the Salt Lake valley, you might not really know the unique history and historic attractions in downtown Salt Lake City — and there’s a lot of rich, interesting history to be found there. Here’s a unique way to learn more about the Beehive State’s history. Check it out:
How much do you know about Salt Lake City? Take a tour with Salt Lake Trolley Tours, and you might learn all kinds of things you didn’t know.
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The company offers tours Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.. This vintage tour is led by a wonderful tour guide dressed in an old-fashioned conductor’s uniform.
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Your trolley tour starts at the Temple Square Family History Library, then proceeds to several LDS Church sites, including the This Is The Place Monument, which marks the spot where Brigham Young stood looking over the valley to proclaim, “This is the right place.”
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You’ll see other LDS Church attractions as well, including the temple and its grounds, the Mormon Tabernacle, Brigham Young’s Lion House, and more.
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Of course, the LDS Church isn’t the only religion in the city, and you’ll catch a glimpse of other churches and cathedrals too, such as the Cathedral Church of St. Mark and the Cathedral of the Madeleine.
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The Utah State Capitol is another stop along the way, and your guide will tell you all about the history here.
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Check out some of Salt Lake’s historic mansions, like the Deveraux Mansion. This beautiful home was built in 1857, then later purchased by William Jennings, Salt Lake’s first millionaire.
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The stately Governor’s Mansion was completed in 1902 and was one of the most beautiful homes in the valley when it was built.
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Other stops on the 90-minute-long tour include the Union Pacific Depot, the Salt Lake City and County Building, and Trolley Square. This tour is perfect for all ages, and it’s great if you have out-of-town visitors who want to get a good look at Salt Lake City.
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For more information, or to book your tour, visit Salt Lake Trolley Tours’ website. Have you ever taken one of these trolley tours? If so, we’d love to hear about your experience!
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