Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Great Salt Lake is one of Utah's top natural attractions—but it can be challenging to get there if you don't have a car. Enjoy a hassle-free way to explore on this guided tour from Salt Lake City, complete with round-trip transportation. Along the way, learn insider information and local lore about the lake; upon arrival, discover its scenery independently, or bring your bathing suit to enjoy a swim.
- Round-trip transit from Salt Lake City makes getting there easy
- Have free time to explore as you wish, including time to swim
- Learn more from your guide's commentary than you would if going alone
- This tour is a great options for visitors who don't have a car with them
What's Included
- State Park Entrance Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Tour Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown215 W S Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Tour bus parks curbside on the street in front of Radisson Downtown Hotel 10-15 minutes before tour to begin boarding. Wait outside main lobby doors at this time. PARKING available across the street (address of lot entrance: 40 John Stockton Drive). Arrive an additional 10 minutes early if parking
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.2:30 pm
Itinerary
1
Great Salt Lake
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This is a land-based tour, only. It does not travel on a boat on the lake. Currently there are no tour boats that operate on Great Salt Lake
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Folding wheelchairs and walkers may be accommodated but you must notify us by email at least 24 hours before the tour
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.3
based on 188 reviews
Carole_H, Nov 2025
It’s a nice intro to Great Salt Lake. Saves driving it yourself. Would have appreciated more information about the industries and businesses along the route. Those seem to be exploding and must be having significant environmental effects.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Carole, thank you for the 4-star note and for saying this was a helpful intro to the Great Salt Lake—it’s exactly the kind of easy, enjoyment-filled overview we work for. I’m sorry we didn’t go deep enough on the industries along the route and their environmental effects.
On the Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City, our live narration usually focuses on the lake’s geology, ecosystem, water levels, and history, with time for questions at the lakeshore/photo stop. Your feedback is spot-on: guests are increasingly curious about the industry corridor (salt and mineral operations, brine shrimp, logistics) and how activity around the lake intersects with air quality and habitat. We’re already sharing your note with our guide team so we can fold more of that context into the drive out and back—without rushing the viewpoints.
For anyone planning this bus tour: if you’re especially interested in industry and environmental impacts, tell your guide at check-in and we’ll aim a few minutes of the narration there and leave space for follow-ups at the stop.
Thanks again for helping us keep the balance of stories just right for future guests.
Paula_C, Sep 2025
Ayer studying the great Salt Lake in grade school, this was on my to do list. We made this the priority upon a stay in SLC. Our tour guide Valerie was knowledgeable and added an amusing twist of humor. Glad we were lucky enough to be on her tour.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
What a beautiful review to receive—thank you for sharing this! It’s wonderful to know that visiting the Great Salt Lake was high on your list and that the tour lived up to the anticipation. Valerie will be thrilled to hear your kind words—her blend of knowledge and humor is exactly what makes the journey out to the lake so memorable and enjoyable.
We’re delighted this experience was a highlight of your stay in SLC and that you found it both educational and entertaining. Guests like you are the reason our guides love what they do.
With gratitude,
City Sights SLC Tours Team
Dennis, Sep 2025
The guide was very experienced and knowledgeable about the lake and Utah in general. An excellent experience!
Be careful when swimming in the salt lake though. That salt can burn especially if you have cuts! And there are showers but it's just a hose out in the parking lot. Just be aware of that.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you, Dennis, for sharing such kind words! We’re delighted to hear that your guide’s experience and knowledge made the tour stand out—that’s exactly what we strive for on every outing. At City Sights, we’re proud to pair friendly, professional guides with well-planned tours that take the guesswork out of exploring. Comfort, insight, and memorable storytelling are what set our experiences apart, and it’s wonderful to know you felt that throughout your tour. Your feedback means so much to our team.
City Sights SLC Tours Team
David_L, Sep 2025
It was our last day in Salt Lake City and our tour was called off just a couple of hours before starting,
Disappointed because there was not enough people signed up. Kind of ruined our last day. We were never advised that this could happen
Response from Host, Sep 2025
We are truly sorry for the disappointment you felt on your last day in Salt Lake City. Canceling a tour is something we avoid whenever possible, because we genuinely love sharing the Great Salt Lake with visitors—it’s a remarkable experience we’ve proudly offered for decades.
On very rare occasions, when minimum participation isn’t met, we are left with no choice but to make this difficult decision. We regret deeply that this impacted your day and understand how frustrating it must have been, especially with such limited time in the city.
Your feedback is invaluable, and while words can’t undo the disappointment, please know how much we care about every guest’s experience and how committed we are to ensuring the Great Salt Lake tour continues to inspire and delight future travelers.
Christina_B, Sep 2025
This was the perfect afternoon tour for something different and quick to see! Come prepared with a bathing suit and sandals so you can enjoy the full experience and float! My tour guide was fantastic! So knowledgeable and friendly. Made the ride fun!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
What a joy to read—thank you for the 5 stars! We’re thrilled the Great Salt Lake made for a quick, memorable afternoon and that floating was a highlight. Big smiles here for the shout-out to our guide, too—knowledgeable, friendly, and fun is exactly what we aim for. And your tip about bringing a bathing suit and sandals is spot-on for first-timers!
If you’re ever in the mood for more SLC fun, our Trolley Adventure is celebrating its 10th year as the most entertaining way to experience the city. Or pair your lake day with our classic Salt Lake City Tour—going strong for 44 years and often called the best first thing to do in town.
City Sights SLC Tours Team
Natalie_H, Aug 2025
Valorie was a great tour guide. There were 7 on our tour and it was a perfect number. The van was very nice and trip was the right amount of time.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you, Natalie! We’re so glad you joined us for the Great Salt Lake tour and that it felt just right in every way—from the comfortable van and small group size to the pacing of the trip. Valerie will be delighted to know you enjoyed her guiding; she has a real gift for making the lake’s story come alive.
We hope the experience gave you a new appreciation for this one-of-a-kind natural wonder. If your travels bring you back to Salt Lake City, we’d love to welcome you aboard another City Sights tour.
– The City Sights SLC Tour Team
Nancy_W, Aug 2025
If you want to swim bring a change of clothes. They have showers available. Great family experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Nancy, thank you for choosing our Great Salt Lake tour and for the five stars. Your tip about bringing a change of clothes is gold—those showers make it easy for families to float, rinse, and roll on with the day.
That effortless, buoyant float is such a one-of-a-kind feeling. We keep the logistics simple so you can relax and enjoy the experience while our guide brings the lake’s story to life.
We’d love to host you again on your next visit to SLC.
- City Sights SLC Tours
Eric_W, Aug 2025
Captain Valerie is one of the most energetic, fun tour guides you will ever have. She LOVES taking visitors to the Great Salt Lake. The energy starts the moment you get on the bus and continues until you get off. She even gets in the water with you! She said that she has never had a "sinker stinker" in the GSL, and I told her I accepted her challenge, as I don't float at all.
She pointed out landmarks and gave history on the way there, including a quick stop to take pictures (from a distance) when she spotted an antelope under a tree on the side of the highway. Once we got to the GSL, she took a picture for each of us next to the sign, then went to the water where she told us all about the brine flies and shrimp. I gladly lost my challenge, and for the first time in my life, floated on water without assisted devices.
The tour overall was about two hours - long enough to make it worth the while, but not so long that it took up the whole day. For the price, it was a great deal. highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
What a treat to read your five-star review—thanks for spending part of your day with us on the Great Salt Lake Tour. We’re glad the big-sky views, peaceful time by the shoreline, and your guide’s local stories all clicked for you. We design the outing with easy pacing so there’s room to linger for photos, watch the light shift on the water, and ask questions without rushing. Notes like yours help fellow travelers know what to expect and keep our team energized. We’d be happy to host you again whenever you’re back in SLC.
—The City Sights SLC Tour Team
Shristi_A, Aug 2025
Tour guide was very interactive, explaining all things in detail and was very friendly person. He made sure that all the traveller enjoy the trip.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you, Shristi, for sharing such kind words! We're so glad you had a great time and felt well taken care of throughout the tour. An engaging, friendly guide can make all the difference, and it’s wonderful to hear that yours brought the experience to life with both personality and insight.
We’re proud to offer guided tours that are not only informative but also genuinely enjoyable—helping every traveler feel part of the journey. Thanks again for riding with us!
Mary_M, Jul 2025
Highly recommend going to the Great Salt Lake! Beautiful, interesting smell (it’s not a bad smell) and definitely worth the time. Mark, our guide, did a great job sharing information and preparing us for what to expect at the lake.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much, Mary! We're delighted you had such a memorable time visiting the Great Salt Lake with us. It’s wonderful to hear how much you appreciated Mark’s insights—he truly has a knack for making every tour enjoyable and informative. And you're absolutely right; the lake has its own unique charm (interesting smell included!). We're glad you found the experience so worthwhile.
Hope to welcome you aboard again soon—perhaps for another scenic adventure around Salt Lake City!
Warm regards,
The City Sights SLC Tour Team
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