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During your Salt Lake City vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Gallivan Center
Some call this Salt Lake City's outdoor living room. You'll find intimate spaces, performances, food, all kinds of characters and activities, and good vantage points for watching the goings-on. Wander through the large art exhibit and the gigantic outdoor chessboard with waist-high pieces, and enjoy the pond, amphitheater, outdoor ice skating rink (call for hours and rates), and aviary. Allow 30 minutes.
Joseph Smith Memorial Building
Formerly the historic Hotel Utah, this magnificent building has been renovated and converted into offices, meeting spaces, restaurants, and reception areas (it's very popular for wedding receptions). Between 1911 and 1987, this was a world-renowned hotel; the lobby retains its art-glass ceiling and massive marble pillars, and the architectural details have been lovingly restored throughout. It's worth a stop for a peek inside.There are 200 computers in the FamilySearch Center (tel. 801/240-4383), and a staff to help with your genealogical research. A big-screen 500-seat theater offers free (but ticket required, call tel. 801/240-4383 for schedule and to reserve a ticket) showings of an hour-long movie about the life of Christ. Allow half an hour to an hour and a half.
Governor's Mansion
Silver magnate Thomas Kearns built this palatial home in 1898, sparing no expense to make it as lavish as possible. African and Italian marble and exotic woods from around the world were used extensively throughout. Kearns' widow deeded it to the state in 1937, and the 36-room mansion is now the governor's residence. It suffered a devastating fire just before Christmas 1993, but has been fully restored to its 1902 appearance (1902 was the year that Kearns and his family first moved in). The best time to see the mansion is in December, when it's elaborately decorated for Christmas. Allow about half an hour.
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City South
Marriott's award winning economy hotel lodging chain features clean, convenient, quality accommodations and the peace of mind you get from Marriott consistency - all for a great value. The Fairfield Inn Salt Lake City South is two miles from Salt Lake Community College, 3.6 miles from Fashion Place Mall, 7.5 miles from Delta Center/Utah Jazz, eight miles from Historic Temple Square/Trolley Square and Salt Palace Convention Center and 7 miles from downtown Salt Lake City. For more detailed ...
America's Best Inn & Suites
Looking for a great location in Salt Lake? Look no further! The Best Inn of Salt Lake City is just a couple of blocks from downtown which puts you in the middle of most area attractions and businesses. We also have a (seasonal) outdoor pool and hot tub, which are open for all the warm-weather months. We do offer Park and Fly services that are only available if you book at least 2 nights. There is otherwise a $10 fee (per van if there are more than 8 people) for the shuttle due at the ...
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