Latter-day Saints Family History Library Tours
Salt Lake City’s Latter-Day Saints Family History Library is the largest genealogical library in the world. Founded primarily to assist members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to fulfill one of their fundamental tenets—to baptize and otherwise save deceased ancestors—today many individuals use the library to simply research their ancestry.
The Basics
Located in Salt Lake City’s historical Temple Square, the Family History Library, established in 1894, is open to the public. The library offers research assistance to help visitors trace their family history as well as classes on genealogical research topics, all free of charge. In the family-friendly Discovery Center, families can begin to track their ancestry through fun and interactive activities.
Most Salt Lake City sightseeing tours include a visit to Temple Square.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Family History Library is ideal for anyone curious about their family lineage.
- Enjoy free genealogical courses on-site and online as well.
- The library is accessible to wheelchair users, offers special microfilm machines for those with visual impairment, and provides assistance for the hearing impaired.
How to Get There
The Family History Library is located in Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City, and is easily reached by car, bike, bus, or TRAX (light rail). Public transportation is free in Salt Lake City’s Free Fare Zone, making it an easy and convenient way to get around. The blue and green TRAX lines stop at Temple Square. If driving, paid parking is available at Temple Square and across the street at City Creek Center.
When to Get There
The library is open 8am to 5pm Monday, 8am to 9pm Tuesday to Friday, and 9am to 5pm Saturday. Research specialists and trained volunteers are available to assist visitors during opening hours. The library hosts various classes on genealogical topics; check the online calendar for more information.
Other Temple Square Attractions
Temple Square is Salt Lake City’s top attraction, and you can easily spend a day touring the historic sites, gardens, monuments, museums, and more. Don’t miss the free daily organ recital in the Salt Lake City Tabernacle, and the temple and city views from the top floor of the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. Free guided tours of Temple Square are available daily, or you can pick up a self-guided visitor’s brochure at one of the two visitors centers located inside the square.
Address: 35 North West Temple Street, Salt Lake City 84150, USA
5 Tours and Activities to Experience Latter-day Saints Family History Library
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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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Trolley Adventure: A Show-Tour of Salt Lake City
Explore Salt Lake City on this 1.5-hour trolley tour. Traveling on a replica streetcar, you'll see the city's historical districts and make several photo stops at landmarks and attractions. The uniformed trolley conductor acts as your guide. Select a morning or afternoon tour when booking.
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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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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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Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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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Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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