Discovery Gateway, Salt Lake City

Name: Discovery Gateway
Address: 444 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, 84101-1195, United States
Telephone: +1 801-456-5437

#55 among attractions in Salt Lake City

Museum, Children's museum, Science museum, Entertainment

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Facts and practical information

Discovery Gateway, formerly The Children's Museum of Utah, is an interactive, hands-on children's museum located in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. Comprising over 60,000 square feet of exhibit space, Discovery Gateway is located at 444 West 100 South in The Gateway. ()

Coordinates: 40°46'3"N, 111°54'14"W

Address

444 W 100 SCentral Salt Lake City (Gateway District)Salt Lake City 84101-1195 United States

Contact

+1 801-456-5437

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Salt Lake City

Day trips

Discovery Gateway – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sun Trapp, LDS Conference Center, City Creek Center, Salt Lake Tabernacle.

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Dancing, Nightlife
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~720 ftN
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Monuments and statues
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Discovery Gateway open?

Discovery Gateway is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 7 pm
Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Discovery Gateway?

Nearby attractions include Clark Planetarium, Salt Lake City (2 min walk), Olympic Legacy Plaza, Salt Lake City (4 min walk), Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City (5 min walk), The Depot, Salt Lake City (5 min walk).

How to get to Discovery Gateway by public transport?

The nearest stations to Discovery Gateway:

Light rail

Planetarium • Lines: 701 (3 min walk)
Old GreekTown • Lines: 701 (6 min walk)

Train

North Temple Bridge/Guadalupe (10 min walk)
Salt Lake Central (13 min walk)

Bus

Salt Lake Central (10 min walk)
Greyhound Bus Lines (10 min walk)