Best Walking Tours in Salt Lake City

Discover the beauty of Salt Lake City on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Salt Lake City by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1223 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 69.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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.

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Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island Day Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (189 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 145.00

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

With an experienced guide to help bring the story of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island to life, you’ll have plenty of time to experience the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, as you hike and explore this unique and timeless landscape. Each season of the year offers a different experience. More importantly you will learn more about the issues and struggles that are affecting the lake and the work that is being done to conserve this priceless resource. Join us for this 5 ½ hour Great Salt Lake Tour. Your Adventure Awaits!

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Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (108 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 26.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Dive into Salt Lake City’s eerie past with our thrilling walking ghost tour, where history and the supernatural intertwine! Guided by a local expert and master storyteller, you’ll explore a mile of haunted ground, visiting iconic sites brimming with ghostly encounters. Wander through the historic district and feel the chill of spectral sightings at places like the Hotel Plandome and the Exchange Place Historic District, where echoes of the past resonate with every step. Uncover unsettling secrets beneath the city's serene surface as you visit the Frank E. Moss Federal Courthouse, Old Post Office, and the infamous “Whiskey Street.” While we can’t enter private buildings, the thrill of standing on haunted ground will send shivers down your spine. Each stop offers a chance to connect with restless spirits, turning this tour into a spine-tingling adventure you’ll remember long after it ends!

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Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (77 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 149.00

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Unveil the surreal beauty of the Bonneville Salt Flats on this half-day adventure! This excursion explores this natural phenomenon unlike any other. Walk across the seemingly endless salt crust, capturing panoramic photos and experiencing the awe-inspiring flatness that makes the Bonneville Salt Flats so legendary. Learn about the land speed racing that takes place here, where legendary feats of speed were achieved. We offer this tour in the morning and afternoon to best suit your schedule. Each tour last six hours (including the drive from and back to Salt Lake City) and provides ample time to explore the Salt Flats, with stops at Great Salt Lake State Park and the Tree of Life sculpture – a captivating landmark standing amidst the vast desert landscape.

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Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (58 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 140.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Embark on a unique journey to Antelope Island, where rugged terrain meets the serene salt flats of the Great Salt Lake. As a former African safari guide and local expert, I’ll tailor the tour to your interests—whether it’s wildlife, birding, or capturing stunning landscapes. With small group sizes, you’ll enjoy a more intimate, personalized experience, free from the crowds of larger tours. Flexible trip durations and custom start times ensure your adventure fits your schedule, whether you’re here for a quick escape or a deeper exploration.

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Salt Lake City Walking Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (46 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 39.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Experience the unique and culturally diverse downtown of Salt Lake City, UT. From the “Mormon” Pioneers who settled the area to the influence of modern culture, the arts, 2002 Olympics, and the influx of people from all over the world, Salt Lake City has many sights and stories to experience firsthand. Join us for a 2.5-3-hour walking tour of the downtown area. As you walk the 3-mile loop through the downtown area you will hear the stories about the founders of this city and those whose influence are continuing to shape this metropolitan area today. Along with the unique stories you will experience the diverse and unique architecture found throughout the downtown area. This all combines to create the unique vibe that exists in Salt Lake City. Join us today. Your Adventure Awaits!

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Salt Lake City Driving Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (23 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 59.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Want to experience Salt Lake City but don’t have a lot of time? This is a great tour to see some of what is waiting for you in Salt Lake City! Learn about the history of the valley, the unique and eclectic people that call this area home and experience the architecture and outdoor space found in Utah’s Capital City. From is storied history of the Mormon Pioneers to a mining boomtown with its red light districts, Salt Lake City has always had a multi-cultural and storied history that will come alive during this 3 hour excursion. Join us. Your Adventure Awaits!

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Local Food Walking Tours in Salt Lake City in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (22 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 150.00

 

"Embark on a culinary adventure through Utah's vibrant cities with Local Food Walking Tours. Established in 2019, these tours seamlessly blend historical insights, architectural wonders, and delectable flavors, offering a unique immersion into the region's rich tapestry. Explore Salt Lake City's bustling downtown or stroll along Park City's charming Main Street, savoring gourmet delights from beloved local eateries. Each bite unveils a story, each step uncovers hidden gems, transforming every tour into an unforgettable gastronomic escapade."

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Salt Lake City Food and Drink Walking Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (18 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 150.00

 

Our experience is curated by our own professional chef to show off our city's exciting food scene. The bites our groups will try include award-winning cheeses, salamis, chocolates, and chicken sandwiches. We also provide carefully researched facts about Salt Lake City's development, including the role played by native American tribes, Latter-Day Saint pioneers, and various immigrant cultures. The walk takes us through a beautiful stretch of downtown, where we'll also see a great deal of public art.

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Salt Lake City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 14.99

 

Immerse yourself in Salt Lake City's heritage with this self-guided walking tour. Discover the world-famous architecture and delve into the heart of the city as you learn about its founders and their difficult journey across America. Marvel at the Utah State Capitol's stunning architecture as you revisit the dramatic struggles that led to Utah’s statehood. Get to know Brigham Young, the man behind the myth, as you admire the Salt Lake City Tabernacle & the awe-inspiring Salt Lake City Temple. Don’t just visit the city—discover the history beneath the surface! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, & enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits & return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

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Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 9.75

 

On this Mormon History of Salt Lake City Walking Tour, you'll be guided step by step to the historic spots associated with the Mormon pioneers and discover their story. Go at your pace, anytime. You’ll see many of the most famous sites in Salt Lake and a few hidden gems including the pioneer museum, state house, beehive, lion’s den, tabernacle, LDS office, eagle’s gate, history museums, lions gate, the church, Temple square and so much more. You’ll hear the stories and history of the people that made this their home including Brigham Young, the Native Americans, Joseph Smith, Pioneers, and the people that built this city. You will multiple chances to stop at sites that offer free admission including museums, an observation deck, parks, and government buildings. You are free to enter, if you visit during opening hours, and are optional. The tour is completely outside and can be taken anytime. Try doing that with a group tour! The tour starts outside the State House.

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Meditation in the Mountains of Utah in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 200.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

The Little Dell Recreation area provides the ultimate backdrop for participants to take some time away from their busy lives to reflect and disconnect. During the first part of this activity we will take some time to chat and connect. This will also be a great time to frame up our meditation experience, discuss basic meditation principles and set an intention for the practice. The second part of the activity will be the practice portion. We will use a mix of walking and seated meditation practices. These practices will be paired with the beautiful Little Dell wilderness to help give participants the ultimate feeling of calm and connection. In the last part of this experience we will take some time to reflect upon the practice and discuss some different ways in which we would like to apply the techniques learned, to our daily lives.

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Snowbird Summer Excursion in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 145.00

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Escape the city on our Snowbird Summer Excursion! Enjoy a scenic drive to Snowbird, followed by a thrilling tram ride to the mountain's peak. Savor lunch at Utah's highest restaurant with breathtaking views before embarking on a guided hike down the Cirque Trail. Expert guides provide tips for this high-altitude adventure. Round-trip transportation is included. Perfect for nature lovers seeking a day of adventure and relaxation. This is a 6-hour tour, including the drive from Salt Lake City to Snowbird, then back to Salt Lake City.

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Self-Guided Salt Lake City Scavenger Hunt: Salt Lake's Settlers in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)

From $ 12.31

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Let’s Roam takes the lead as the top app-led adventure hunt company! Explore the top landmarks and discover hidden gems, solving challenges and answering trivia along the way. Whether you collaborate with your team or compete against them, you’ll uncover new facts and craft unforgettable experiences. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a daily adventure, a bachelorette bash, a birthday celebration, corporate team building, and beyond! Each player selects an interactive role with challenges tailored uniquely to them.

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Park City & Olympic Heritage Excursion in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City , Utah

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 129.00

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Relive the magic of the 2002 Winter Olympics on this full-day tour! Visit iconic venues like Rice-Eccles Stadium and the Utah Olympic Park. Explore Park City's charming Main Street and learn about its transformation from mining town to world-class ski resort. Enjoy stunning mountain views and discover the legacy of the Games that captivated the world. Return to Salt Lake City by 4 PM. Perfect for sports fans and history buffs! This tour lasts 8 hours, including the drive to Park City, the return drive to Salt Lake City, as well as driving within the Salt Lake and Park City areas.

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Local Tips for Salt Lake City

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Salt Lake City at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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