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Inside a Temple Tour
Duration: 30 Min
The Inside a Temple Tour is a unique opportunity to explore the sacred interior of a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this 30-minute guided experience, visitors learn about temples.
Along the way, guides explain how each space points to Jesus Christ. Temples are not ordinary buildings—they are houses of the Lord. Inside, members of the Church make promises with God, centered on following the Savior, that bring peace, strength, and eternal perspective.
The tour invites guests to experience the reverence and beauty of the temple while gaining insight into how worship here deepens faith in Jesus Christ. More than architecture, the temple offers a message of hope: in Christ, individuals and families can find lasting joy, purpose, and connection with God.
Along the way, guides explain how each space points to Jesus Christ. Temples are not ordinary buildings—they are houses of the Lord. Inside, members of the Church make promises with God, centered on following the Savior, that bring peace, strength, and eternal perspective.
The tour invites guests to experience the reverence and beauty of the temple while gaining insight into how worship here deepens faith in Jesus Christ. More than architecture, the temple offers a message of hope: in Christ, individuals and families can find lasting joy, purpose, and connection with God.
Things to Do Nearby
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Cedar of Lebanon
Planted in 1949 from a small seedling brought from the Middle East, this cedar of Lebanon reflects a scriptural symbol of endurance. It invites visitors to consider the lasting strength found through Jesus Christ.
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Joseph Smith's First Vision
This statue portrays a sacred moment when Joseph Smith prayed and was answered by God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. It marks the beginning of the restored gospel and invites visitors to reflect on prayer and personal guidance from God.
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Christ Carrying the Cross
This statue shows Jesus Christ bearing His cross to Calvary. Though He faced pain and rejection, He responded with mercy and forgiveness. It reminds us that Christ willingly gave His life for humanity, and through Him, we can find strength, mercy, and eternal hope.
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Christ in Gethsemane
In Gethsemane, Jesus Christ knelt in prayer and bore the pain, sorrow, and sins of the world. This statue honors His act of love and invites reflection on the strength, peace, and hope found through Him.
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Reflection Pool
Located on the east side of the Salt Lake Temple, the Reflection Pool offers a calm place to pause. Its still surface mirrors the temple, inviting visitors to reflect on peace and steadiness found through Jesus Christ.
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Join us for an unforgettable experience April 5 to October 1, 2027. Everyone is welcome. Reservations are recommended to tour the Salt Lake Temple Open House.