Temple Square

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Temple Square is a historic complex owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. Its original 10-acre block holds the Salt Lake Temple, Tabernacle and Assembly Hall; the wider district spans five city blocks.

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Why go

  • Live Sunday morning broadcasts by the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra.
  • Free genealogy research at the FamilySearch Library, with records from more than 110 countries and territories.

Opening hours

Today10:00 – 20:00Show all
Monday10:00 – 20:00
Tuesday10:00 – 20:00
Wednesday10:00 – 20:00
Thursday10:00 – 20:00
Friday10:00 – 20:00
Saturday10:00 – 20:00
Sunday10:00 – 20:00

Don't miss

  • Church History MuseumSee Latter-day Saint art and artifacts, permanent displays and temporary exhibitions.Beside the FamilySearch Library, west of the original square
  • Statues across the squareStatues portray the life of Jesus Christ and scenes from scripture.Across Temple Square

Know before you go

  • The 2027 Salt Lake Temple Open House runs daily from April 5 to October 1.
  • Guests arriving without reservations can request a standby ticket from event staff.
  • Each guest can reserve up to six tickets at one time.

Interesting facts4

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  1. Temple Square was designated a National Historic Landmark District for its role in Utah’s settlement.

    Temple Square - Wikipedia
  2. An 850-seat theatre is at the Conference Center’s northwest corner.

    Temple Square - Wikipedia
  3. 2007

    The Tabernacle once had 8,000 seats; its 2007 renovation reduced seating and increased space between pews.

    Temple Square - Wikipedia
  4. 1917

    A church administration building was built east of the temple in 1917.

    Temple Square - Wikipedia

Shorts

History

  1. 1847Brigham Young chose the site four days after Mormon pioneers reached the Salt Lake Valley and named it Temple Block.
  2. Early developmentThe site became the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints headquarters as the settlement grew.
  3. 1864–1867The Salt Lake Tabernacle was built.
  4. 1877–1882The Salt Lake Assembly Hall was built.
  5. 2000The Conference Center was completed north of the square.
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  1. March 2007The Tabernacle was rededicated after extensive renovation, with more space between pews and fewer seats.
  2. 2027A planned celebration marks the reopening of the Salt Lake Temple and Temple Square after construction and renovation.

Accessibility

  • Lift Elevator routes are available during tours.
  • Assistive listening Available during tours.
  • Wheelchairs A limited number are available first come, first served.
  • Specialty accessibility tours Offered May through September. The Blind and Low Vision Tour uses tactile activities and descriptive storytelling; the Deaf Tour has an ASL host; the Neurodiverse Tour allows extra time in a flexible setting.

Sources: Temple Square - Wikipedia · Salt Lake City - Wikivoyage (see) · Home | templesquare.org · Ticketing | templesquare.org · Visit | templesquare.org · Temple Square - Wikipedia · Temple Square - Wikipedia · checked 28 Sep 2026

Where
50 E. North Temple St, UT, Salt Lake City

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Questions and answers

What are Temple Square’s opening hours?

Daily, 10:00–20:00.

Can children visit Temple Square?

Younger visitors can use a children’s audio tour during temple tours.

Do I need a reservation to visit the 2027 celebration?

Reservations are not required to visit the celebration.

Is language support available on Temple Square tours?

Language support is available during every tour time.

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