Salt Lake Tabernacle Reviews

I WISH I had been able to come hear the choir practice. However, that didn't work with my schedule.
I was able to hear the organ practice before heading out and it was worth it! It was free, lasted a half hour and was beautiful!

The Tabernacle is nothing special from the outside, but it is lovely on the inside. We planned our trip to Salt Lake City so we could be there for the Choir’s rehearsal on Thursday nights. It’s open to the public and free. As it turns out, the Thursday we were there (April 4), they canceled to rehearsal and the justification we got from an “Elder” was they were having a conference. Upon further inquiry, that conference had been planned for 2 years, so why cancel at the last minute? It just does not make sense and was a major disappointment.

We sat and listened to a beautiful organ recital on a wonderful organ. All the Mormon Sisters and Elders were most welcoming.

Recitals were offered every day of the week when I was in SLC at 12 or 2 PM. A different set of four songs were played each day. Admission was free but seating was only in the main floor section. Photos could only be taken before or after the recital but nothing during.

Once we we were all seated the guest organist arrived, introduced himself and talked a bit about the songs before taking his place at the console. The songs were hymns or Christmas songs and sounded quite beautiful playing over the organ’s 11,000 plus pipes. In no time at all the songs were over, he rose without a word and then walked off the stage. An unusual ending but one I was god to have attended.

Built by Pioneers who first settled the valley in the mid 1800s. Hand crafted wood work, spectacular pipe organ, incredible acoustics. Original home of the choir formerly known as The Mormon Tabernacle Choir now called the Choir on Temple Square. Also a great place to hear the bell choir and orchestra.

we often go to events here and one of the amazing things are the acoustics. We also enjoy the renovated seats - so much more comfortable that the old benches.

This is a magnificdnt structure, whether seen from a religious or architectural perspective. The organ is ornate and inspiring as is every aspect of the building, whether you are mormon or not. Definately a must see when visiting this area

If you aren't a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and cannot enter the Salt Lake Temple located in Temple Square in Salt Lake City, do the next best thing and be sure to take a guided tour of the nearby Salt Lake Tabernacle, also known as the Mormon Tabernacle. Built from 1864 to 1867, it is home to the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the historic broadcasting home for the radio and television program known as Music and the Spoken Word. The Tabernacle was built on the west center-line axis of the Salt Lake Temple. The innovative, oval-shaped roof was constructed in an Ithiel Town lattice-truss arch system that is held together by dowels and wedges. The building has a sandstone foundation and the dome is supported by 44 sandstone piers. The seating capacity is 7,000, which includes the choir area and balcony. When the nine-feet-thick roof's structural work was completed, sheeting was applied on the roof and then covered with shingles. The interior was lathed and then plastered. The hair of cattle was mixed with the plaster to give it strength. The original organ was made in 1867 and contained 700 pipes. It has been rebuilt several times with the total pipe count being 11,623, making the Tabernacle organ one of the largest pipe organs in the world. Although the Tabernacle was an architectural wonder in its day, upon seeing it during a lecture tour of the United States, Oscar Wilde likened the building to a soup kettle and said it was the "most purely dreadful building I've ever seen." But Frank Lloyd Wright said the Tabernacle is "one of the architectural masterpieces of the country and perhaps the world." Built at a time before electronics and audio amplifiers, the Tabernacle was constructed with remarkable acoustic qualities so the entire congregation could hear sermons given there. Constructed in a three-dimensional ellipse with the pulpit at one focus of the ellipse, the revolutionary design causes a large portion of the sound from the pulpit end of the building to be concentrated and projected to the focus at the opposite end of the building. Today, it has an international reputation as one of the most acoustically perfect buildings in the world. It is common for LDS tour guides to demonstrate the acoustic properties of the Tabernacle by dropping a pin on the pulpit or tearing a newspaper there, which can be heard throughout the building. I wonder what Oscar Wilde would have to say about that.

The temple is a great attraction in SLC, however, not everyone is allowed to enter the tabernacle. But its gorgeous, structure-wise, and decoration-wise (during Christmas).

Attended the free organ recital at noon on Saturday. A wonderful way to see the beautiful building and organ, and take a quiet moment in the midst of travel business! Family of four (including teenager and 8 year old child) enjoyed!

The Sunday morning broadcast is incredible! Any view is great and the Tabernacle Choir is absolutely amazing!! You just get chills listening to them and in such a beautiful tabernacle! Must do for SLC area!

Came on our own to just see the sights. Free tours start at south visitor's center. We came in the north, wandered thru that visitor's center (there are two), the grounds, and the tabernacle and assembly hall. If you go with a tour, you learn much more. Great visit and no pressure. Can leave your wallet home.

They do performances a few times a day. I am not really into church music but, I can totally respect the art of the music. They also do a thing where they rip a piece of paper on stage so you can hear how good the acoustics of the building are, so cool.

This is one of these places that you can visit regardless of your faith / religion... you may like what you see...

This is a must see when in Salt Lake City. We went to Watch the choir practice on a Thursday night. We sat upstairs and it was beautiful to listen to. The event was free and open to the public.

There are free tours of the Visitors Center, the Tabernacle and the Meetings Place which were very serene and beautiful! The grounds are immaculate! History of the Mormons was given with no attempt to convert you. Questions were answered openly. Unfortunately, the Temple is only opened to Mormons. Take advantage of the Family Search Center which is across the street. The people there were very helpful when looking for relatives in the U. S. and Europe and it is free!

The Salt Lake LDS Tabernacle building is one of the most unique structures in Utah and possibly in all the Western States. They have daily FREE tours and the highlight of each tour is when you can sit anywhere in the inside on seats that were built in the 1800,s and then someone drops a pin at the lectern and if everyone is quite... everyone can hear the sound of the pin dropping. There are other aspects of the Tabernacle that are unique... it has one of the oldest and largest pipe organs in the U.S.A.
If you are available on any given Sunday you can pop in and hear the world renown “Morman Tabernacle Choir” Come and enjoy the tranquility and the beautiful SLC Temple grounds where the Tabernacle is located.

There was no music there on a late Sunday morning, just a super-(fake)-friendly greeter who wants to know "where are you from?" from everyone who walks in the door. I expected a lot more but this place doesn't hold a candle to other great music halls I have been. It's worth taking a peek inside if you are on the grounds, but it is not a destination unto itself.

Charming old classic, truly one-of-a-kind. Faux grained wooden benches and pillars. Wooden benches not paddes. Pillars can be in the way of your view. Excellent acoustics.

I did not have the opportunity to attend a performance during my stay, but the explanation they gave us of the history of the Tabernacle during the visit was exhaustive and interesting. Very particular interior.

A place to go to when the Mormon Tabernacle Choir is doing their event. The sounds are incredible plus the organ and organ pipes are something to see. The building construction is very impressive.

This is a great treat to see in Salt Lake City - the organ rehearsal which is available weekdays at 12:00 noon. For 30 minutes you get to see the large chambers and listen to a selection of music. The music changes each day according to the handout.

You do not have to be LDS to appreciate what this place has to offer. We went to the Sunday morning live broadcast - running for 90 years now - and it was nothing short of spectacular. You can choose your own seat and we wanted to be right next to the choir. There is no charge and it is an absolutely wonderful 30 minute performance. The huge choir and orchestra were great and it is pretty non-denominational...anyone can appreciate this. So glad I had this on our to-do list!!!

We stopped in the Tabernacle when we visited Temple Square. It is beautiful inside. We enjoyed chatting with the tour guides stationed in the building.

The acoustics in the hall are incredible. Free Thursday evening rehearsal concerts by choir and noon organ recitals, also free. What a gift.

Here is where the Mormon Tabernacle Choir sing, accompanied by the massive pipe organ. Incredible acoustics! You could here a pin drop from the podium with no amplification.

Regardless of religious beliefs the Tabernacle is a structural piece to be seen. The historic organ is unbelievable. From a musical perspective the sound if out of this world.

Passing through Salt Lake City and this was highly recommended. It was worth the stop, friendly people and this Tabernacle was amazing!

Our Tour ended on Salt Lake City we visited the Tabernacle in the afternoon and listened to the Sister Missionaries tell the story of the building. We were lucky enough to be here on Thursday when the Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearses and you can watch it for free.

We went inside on a cold day and were met right away by two young ladies who were more than welcoming. They gave us a tour and let us take as many pictures as we wanted. It was very beautiful.

What a treat to sit in this beautiful venue and listen to the (free) organ concert. It will definitely rock you to your core. A must experience.

When we visited, the choir were performing the spoken word in the conference center. We popped into the Tabernacle (their usual home) to have a look round.

It’s a rather ordinary looking building on the inside, and rather space like on the outside with its aluminium roof.

Beautiful building. The pipe organ is a treasure. It is amazing to reflect on this building’s role in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The many performances of the Tabernacle Choir that have stirred the hearts of so many and the thousands of sermons spoken from its pulpit in testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Don’t miss it!

We timed our visit perfectly. The organist was doing a 30 minute recital of music. It was a fabulous performance. The lighting and sound was a wonderful experience. Highly recommend visiting if you are in Salt Lake City

The organ recital ( at noon ) was fantastic.....not long but a highlight of the tour. On Thursday evening the choir is there to practice which the public is invited to attend. I'm sorry we were not able to be there to hear them.

We thoroughly enjoyed watching the Mormon choir rehearsal. This is a beautiful building inside. It is in the middle of several interesting things to visit about the church of latter day saints. The temple is beautiful too.

Beautiful organ concert. Was well worth the time spent. There is no charge to go to the concert. Must do when in salt lake

Free tours are offered by the resident volunteers, or see it as a stop on the overall Temple Square tour offered by the volunteers. The best way to appreciate it is to attend a free organ recital (either noon or 2pm in summer) there. The organ sound reverberating in the building is impressive.

The performance by the choir was outstanding. A must see if you love music. It's only 30 minutes so it can hold your attention. A word of advice: wear your Sunday best!

If you have the opportunity of changing your dates or times attempt to be here when the tabernacle choir is practicing. Typically, though, somebody will sing or orate to provide you with the opportunity to hear this massive theatre come to life

Beautiful settings, wonderful acoustics,great performers! We had a short Orgel recital, amazing unknown performer.

My antipathy for all organised religions was confirmed by listening to the utter rubbish spouted by the sincere but deluded guides in this place

The choir was spectacular, the building a treasure. I will recommend you to seat up high, you can see much better so many choir people. FYI the A/C in the building is not as good but we were comfortable

The Tabernacle was one of the buildings on our guided tour of the temple grounds. The building is oblong shaped with a silver dome. The roof is constructed so that there are no support pillars to block your view of the choir and organ. Its design makes it one of the most acoustically sound buildings in the world. You literally can hear a pin drop as was demonstrated by our guides on the tour. The interior is beautiful with the large 11,623 pipe organ as the centerpiece. This is one of the largest organs in the world. Free, 30-minute organ recitals are given daily at noon Monday-Saturday and at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday. In the off-summer season the Tabernacle Choir rehearses and preforms here. During the summer months and at Christmas they are at the LDS Conference Center. Seating capacity of the Tabernacle is around 7,000.

Went on Sunday afternoon for the Organ Recital. The organ is huge and sounds pretty cool inside the church. The program was about an hour and they ask that you don't enter in the middle of a performance. We also walked around the campus a bit- the grounds are pretty.

Performing on this organ is a real fit! Requires an octopus, or a master! We were lucky to arrive when there was a rehearsal open to the public and we were allowed to sit in the Tabernacle to listen. If you do so, please be prepared to sit through the entire recital. It is distracting for the audience and disheartening for the player to see folks walking out mid performance. Try to block out an hour for this, rearrange your schedule accordingly. You certainly wouldn't be walking out on the performer, any less than excellence wouldn't qualify to touch such an organ.

Went in for the organ recital at midday. Around 50 people came in. The volunteer who was distributing the leaflet was somehow hesitant to hand out one to me. Why? I don't know. But seemed a bit odd in a church premises. The acoustics inside was great. Good experience except for how I was made to feel at the door (no words exchanged, but the experience was not good)

Loved the visit to the Temple compound. The people were friendly and eager to answer questions. The Tabernacle is impressive. I was able to hear people practice and got a feel for what the music is like there. After hearing albums, being in the real place was incredible. One of the highlights of my trip.

Enjoyed visiting the tabernacle. Door 11 is the open door you can use to enter the facility. Someone was practicing on the organ during my visit. It was nice to hear them play an instrument that you do not see much anymore, particularly in such a wonderful setting. If you walking the grounds, it is definitely worth stepping inside for a few minutes.

Even if this is not on your list of things to do in Salt Lake City, it should be an absolute must see. You can be a part of a live broadcast. Sundays and Wed, I believe. Must be there by 9 am or you will not be allowed in. Beautiful sounds from the Tabernacle choir and Organ....mind blowing.

It was disappointing to not be able to see the Tabernacle in all of its glory because of the ongoing construction, but it was still quite spectacular!
I would have loved to hear the amazing organ and choir, but the buildings were closed because of COVID!
Temple Square is still open and the grounds are immaculately landscaped, and there are a lot of people offering to give you a tour.

We went to a noontime concert at the magnificent organ. The organist did 5 or 6 pieces, explaining them to us beforehand. When performing them - there were beautiful lights of different colors to accompany the music for ambiance. It was fantastic!

The construction of the Tabernacle was completed in 1875, and now it serves as the home of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. On Thursdays you can hear the Choir rehearsal here (as I have done several times before), but this time we arrived on Monday and could only be impressed again by this amazing hall, and some demos as to its wonderful acoustics.

We listened to one of the private recitals and it was amazing! The building structure is so unique too! Acoustics in the Tabernacle is beyond awesome.

😂😂😂 I saw this on trip advisor and I thought it was a legit tourists spot.... It's not. What am I looking at? What is the attracion? I guess I would say dont bother but maybe you can see something I do not.

Unfortunately the choir was out of town when I visited SLC, but I did get to view the tabernacle and hear about it’s history. I was also fortunate to attend an organ recital that displayed the range of both the amazing organ and the organist who treated us to a 20 minute recital. Highly recommend anyone who has the chance to visit SLC to take up this amazing opportunity.

We were lucky enough to attend an organ concert, and it was simply amazing. The music gave me chills and I could have sat there all day listening.

Went to an organ recital, which was excellent, though not really my favorite type of music. Beautiful structure.

On first glance, I thought this was a relatively modern structure. To my amazement, it was first constructed over the 1864 to 1867 period, and renovated in 2007. This is the famous home of the Tabernacle Choir. The interior choir area is very nice, and the organ is massive, and an edifice in itself. Highly recommend a guided tour.

Visited in early October to Salt Lake City. The gardens around Temple Square are beautiful. Walked inside the Tabernacle to see the huge pipe organ. Very impressive interior.

My father and I popped in on a day in Salt Lake City and found the building to be beautiful with a very helpful guide who didn't preach at us. We parked for free at City Creek shopping center across the road. Worth a visit if you're in the city, especially as the temple was closed.

Of course I understand that even in the Tabernacle the carpet doesn’t renew itself - yet it was a disappointment that the holy shrine was closed for this purpose. The famed organ recital at 2pm was moved to the conference centre. It was possible to see the Assembly Hall inside, which appeared less spectacular to me. It was possible to get a good few outside pictures in a merciful weak November sunlight.

The Tabernacle was smaller than I tought it would be but it was lovely listening to the free organ recital that was offered at 12n the day we were there. The pipes are amazing to see.

Whether you are a Mormon or not The Tabernacle is a sight to see. Three levels of seating of 20,000 seats each. The Choir rehearses every Thursday evening. The building is a piece of art. The Sisters gave me a demonstration of a pin and nail being dropped as well as a piece of paper being torn while at the head of the church. You could hear it as if you were standing next to them. The acoustics is amazing!

We were able to see and hear a recital that was a real treat. The acoustics were fantastic and fully displays the talent.

the tabernacle has so much history and is a wonderful building. you can take free tours and if at the right time you can listen to the organist practice.

You can spend a lot of time here, especially if you want to enjoy rehearsal, or you can just pop in and take a look around. It's gorgeous.

Visited here and got lucky enough to hear an organ recital. This was inspiring and moving. Such a unique and wonderful experience. Daily at noon and 2 pm on Sunday - would go everyday if I was there. Don't miss this.

We had a tour of the Tabernacle conducted by two young ladies who were well informed providing lots of information new to us.

This is a must-do does anyone visiting Utah. Do whatever you can to attend a practice is performance of the tabernacle choir in the'll this beautiful facility. All guests are welcome!

We took a tour of the Tabernacle that was offered by the North Temple Square Visitor Center. Two young ladies doing their mission in Salt Lake were our guides. We had a tour of the square with the Tabernacle being the highlight. The acoustics are amazing and there are more than 11,000 pipe organs that provide the amazing acoustic.The tour was very informative and then we stayed for the Organ practice which was wonderful.

We saw a half-hour free organ concert here; the choir was out of town. If you like music at all, take advantage of that if you can, because the sound is as amazing as it's reputed to be.

Visitors are not allowed into the Temple, but the Tabernacle is open to the public. The organ and its hundreds of pipes is amazing to see. We stopped in and enjoyed a 30 minute organ recital.

What a magnificent building. Daily organ recitals and if you are luck,you can hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearsals (something very special you will never forget).

When we visited the temple on a Saturday it was full on people getting married, so many brides and bridegrooms with there guests, the temple is surrounded by beautiful gardens and water features, a lovely place to visit and beautiful building

Low squat walls and an immense oval dome are the external features.
Inside a massive organ dominates the whole interior.
There is an attractive gallery and the acoustic is near perfect.
Do not miss.

This was a highlight of our trip. We loved coming to hear the organ recital at lunch and then realised from the leaflet that on Thursdays you can also hear the choir rehearsing in the evening. We really enjoyed coming back to hear that and it was very relaxed so you could come and go without any problems. No photos during the organ recital.

If you have the opportunity to hear any kind of concert here -take advantage of it. The organ is amazing. I believe it is the 12th largest in the world, and the sounds can be amazing. I believe they also offer tours of the building. You may not have the opportunity to hear the organ, but you can learn about the building.

We visited the Tabernacle while in SLC for business. The place is incredible and the ushers were very friendly and helpful. If you are lucky you will hear the organist practice and the sound is incredible. Must see in SLC

The tabernacle was surrounded by construction when we visited, but you could still hear the choir and they were fantastic! The kids were dreading it, but afterwards they also commented about how good the music had been. It was very easy to sit and listen. There was plenty of seating and it was comfortable. People were friendly and welcoming.

I was walking around Temple Square taking pictures and one of the Sisters came and spoke with me. She let me know there was an organ recital in the Tabernacle at noon (which was in about 45 mins).

I was able to sit in on a recital that was truly incredible! These happen most days at noon, and are free. You cannot photograph or do any type of recording during the recitals but can take pictures before or after. It is acoustically perfect and a gorgeous setting! There are over 11,000 organ pipes throughout the facility.

Wish I could have seen the Choir perform, but was pleasantly surprised by this surprise organ performance! It lasted about 30-40mins.

* I would not recommend bringing young out-of-control children here for the performances. There was a little girl about 7 there during the performance that I was at and she was disruptive, rude, and making loud noises/comments. The parents finally left with her about half way through but it was extremely disruptive, as they could not keep her quite, and I felt rude to the organist *

Everything was classy and beautiful. The host gave a brief history of the building, and we heard an organ recital. The sound from the pipes was commanding, and almost took you to something from Phantom Of The Opera. Just stunning.

We missed the rehearsal, so didn't hear the music in the tabernacle. That would have been amazing I am sure. Look at their website for times. We missed by a bit - but going in was still amazing. Thinking about how old the building and organ is and how much work went in to designing it still blows my mind!

We attended a free organ recital at the tabernacle and it was a highlight of our trip. The acoustics in the tabernacle are amazing, as they demonstrate before the recital starts.

I rated the experience a 5 out of 5 because the inside of this place is beautiful, bro. The grand organ in the middle was immense. If you are into historical, religious; and cultural buildings this is the place for you.

As part of a tour we entered the tabernacle. It is a huge open air area with the acoustics to highlight the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. It was nice to hear the organ played by someone who knows what they are doing. A nice stop while in Salt Lake City.

We planned on walking through Temple Square, but a couple of missionaries asked if we wanted to take a tour. The two girls were very knowledgable.

Not much to do currently as there is a lot of construction going on right now. I remember going into the tabernacle years ago and seeing the pipe organ, but currently you can only peak in one window.

We took a tour of the original Mormon Tabernacle. The structure is impressive and the acoustics are amazing.

You can sense the history when you walk into the Tabernacle. Take a free tour and witness the amazing acoustics. Or better yet, come for a free concert. It is powerful to consider that pioneers built this place out of love and devotion.

Amazing!! Beautiful! Inspirational!! The Tabernacle choir was all of these and more! My favorite was the pipe organ. The space itself is jaw-dropping and the performance is so moving. Would recommend that everyone do it at least once!!

It is just a hall which is sloped. So if they are not signing it isn’t worth it. It is free and I just popped in and out. To at least say I did it

I would recommend this free tour, it leaves on the hour and the guides are fabulous. They give you a great history lesson and its worth the entire time.

FREE …it is FREE....I attended the pipe organ service at noon and the Sunday Service! As I child I watched this growing up on tv...I can't tell you what a treat it is! You can only hear it with your own ears...Get up early ...and go! You will not be disappointed! The acoustics are Pamtastical!

They close the doors at 8:30 a.m.

Unlike what other reviews say, you can visit the inside of this building easily. We visited it without a guide first and there were Mormon missionaries inside to answer all of our questions. Afterwards we visited it again with 2 Mormon missionary guides and we understood more. This is also the place where the famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearses and performes but unfortunately not when we visited the Tabernacle. I would advise you to see the building with the free guided tours the Mormon missionaries give.

I took my wife and kids to see the Christmas lights at temple Square and got a chance to here some people singing inside the old tabernacle. It was beautiful and to here some history about the building was really cool. Definitely worth stopping in if you are at temple Square.

We went to this Sunday's organ recital and were absolutely moved by the surroundings and the experience. We are returning tomorrow for another recital. It will be something we will always remember.

Take a moment to visit The Tabernacle just to see the stunning pipe organ. We were greeted by 2 lovely young ladies who were very friendly and offered to answer any questions we might have. Photography is allowed.

We were lucky to enjoy a concert with a young kids orchestra, ome chello player and a violonist were very very very young and playing with rheir heart and soul. Worth to visit and admire thw organ

Visit a (free!) organ recital (noon most days), choir practice (Thursday nights), or Spoken Word radioshow (Sunday morning). Beautiful building and fantastic music!

This beautiful old building makes you feel like you have stepped back in history. The organ is beautiful. We could imagine pioneers sitting on the wooden pews.

Beautiful building. The Mormon tabernacle choir calls this place home. They come and practice on Thursday evenings. You can walk in and listen for free.

It's amazing to go inside and hear the pin drop with no microphone! Definitely worth the short presentation about the pioneer's handiwork to build this structure!

I brought my son to hear the organ being played. It is beautiful. Not crowded when we went at noon on a cold Saturday in January.

We enjoyed a brief tour given by three young "sisters". Was awesome to be in the tabernacle and hear the accoustics even though there wasn't an actual service/concert in session.

Beautiful & impressive organ. Was able to view from small glass viewing area. Seating and view was limited, wish the sound could’ve been a little better

We attended a free organ recital that included a demonstration of the acoustics in the building. Each recital is different. We heard one of the Bach songs played at our wedding. Enjoyed it!

This is a must experience building which acoustics are are first and foremost. They knew how to do it!

My husband and I visited the tabernacle and took the tour. Our two young lady guides were very sincere with their job of telling about the Tabernacle and surrounding buildings and their Mormon faith. They were a joy to listen to and their explanations were great. Be sure to check out the Visitor Center where there is a replica of the tabernacle and how it looks on the inside. We leaned a lot about the Mormon religion during this tour.

The talent of the organists giving the free recitals was awesome, and I went to the recitals each day of my stay in SLC as the program was different. What a great experience. CDs of the organ can be bought in the shop opposite the family history library.

The whole visit experience is made special by the very helpful 'Sisters' of the order who take you on a tour without any cost. They are knowledgeable and eager with pleasing demeanor. The Tabernacle is a large Hall with one of the world's largest organs - 11263 pipes. So if you can plan, be there when they are playing it

This is the home of the famous Tabernacle Choir. A guide explained the history of the choir, the organ, and the building.

Salt Lake City Utah is a beautiful place. The Temple Complex is filled with historical facts, beautiful kept grounds and you have to sit in on the choir practice, wonderful acoustics in that building! The hotel offers amazing views from the top floor and a taisty lunch!

This is a must see! Tour guides available. Lots of history. Beautiful building. Amazing music on Sunday mornings

This is a good activity to do in SLC on a Sunday because the city is mostly shut down. The people were very welcoming and encouraged tourists inside. The performance lasts 30 minutes and it's a quiet break from walking. I enjoyed it, it was a unique insight into local culture, but it might not be for everyone.

Stopped in for a noon organ rehearsal. Seeing all the pipes was astounding! The sound bounces off the walls and vibrates your inner soul!

Quite a sight to see somebody playing this organ with at least 5 level keyboards!

The Tabernacle has a huge organ, and an unusual acoustic. It is always a thrill to hear a large organ. The Tabernacle does not have the reverberation of a large European stone cathedral, so delicate music is quite beautiful to listen to. Only 30 minutes but well worthwhile.

super neat gardens and some interesting and friendly people to talk to - seems almost surreal - a super organise oasis in an otherwise chaotic world! worth the trip - plenty of loos

This building has incredible acoustics and is essentially a sound studio for the Sunday choir performance.

Beautiful building and felt privileged to hear some of the choir practice. The acoustics are truly amazing, and the organ is unbelievable! Such a wonderful part of our trip to visit temple square. ❤️

The Tabernacle at Salt Lake City was absolutely beautiful. Though we were not allowed access to certain parts, the areas that we did see were beautiful. Was more to it than we had expected.

I have been to The Tabernacle many times and it is always a beautiful experience. The times I have been are at Christmas. At the choir's Chfistmas rehearsals the public is invited to listen. It was wonderful rehearsals plus the Handbell Choir played. Whenever you are in Salt Lake City or the surrounding areas going to the Tabernacle is a must.

Every day at noon, or Sundays at 2pm you can listen to a 30min sample of the great organ in the tabernacle in temple square. Very friendly, educational, and free.

We arrived just in time for the organist to play, simply amazing. the entire Tabernacle is
so unbelievable. glad we were able to experience this.

We were merely driving through Salt Lake City after arriving at the airport, and I wished to try and see the Mormon Temple and Tabernacle. We arrived, by chance, in time to see an organist perform a short recital as well as display the acoustics of the building. It was truly beautiful and amazing. I can imagine when the instrument is played with the full choir that it is stunning. I am thankful I happened to be able to have the experience.

Visited Temple Square area on a Sunday evening. Yes they are doing construction but please note you can still visit the buildings. We learned during our evening stroll that Organ Recitals occur Daily at noon and last 30 minutes.
Reservations not needed. And it's free. So that's what we did after breakfast on Monday.
It was magnificent to see and hear.
Don't miss this !

Awesome engineering both in its original design as well as in modern improvements come together and make this venue a beautiful place to enjoy musical performances and other events.

Most people, when you say "Mormon Tabernacle", assume that the next word will be "Choir", but the building is interesting in itself with an interesting history. We were treated to information on that history when we visited this unusual structure, including how its odd shape was inspired by a planned, but never constructed, canvas tabernacle in Nauvoo (particularly interesting to us former Illinoisans who have relatives living not far from that city).

And, yes, we caught an organ recital in the structure. And, yes, it was wonderful.

We were disappointed not to hear the organ in concert as another function pre-empted the daily organ concert. The building is not very inviting, feels "old".

We stopped in Salt Lake City sort of last minute without an itinerary. I found a scavenger hunt for salt lake on line (they actually have them for lots of cities! And you compete against others on the leaderboard). It was amazing! It led us thru the city and made sure we hit all of the important monuments and sites to see. We actually saw more of the city than we would have if planned out because the scavenger hunt is so thorough!! We felt very safe in all the parts of the city we visited since most of the hunt is on foot. Looking forward to scavenger hunts in other cities.

A must see! Even if you only make to the practice session, go.! I cant wait to go back for a concert!!!

I was planning on walking in and taking a quick look around then leaving. Instead, the two young women at the door asked if I had any questions and started telling me about the history, architecture and some other facts about the tabernacle. 11,000 pipes!!! They then asked if I wanted to hear a pin drop at the front of the church while I sat at the back. Who can resist that?? Also, someone started practicing on the organ so I did hear it. The architecture is ingenious and beautiful.

Of Note: They do have free concerts every day at noon.

It is definitely worth visiting especially if you can attend a concert.

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Fascinating building to visit. The organ is amazing. Considering this was built so long ago its a must see. You don’t have to be a member of the Latter Day Saint Faith to visit. The missionaries will be available for questions but definitely don’t attack like used car sales people.

The tabernacle sits on the grounds within the temple, called Temple Square. The entire surrounding area is a must visit for any out of towners or even in towners that haven’t been. You can spend as much or as little time here as you want. Easy access from the light rail system too. Surrounding area has many great places to eat as well.

Cool to see the huge organ. We were there to hear him play. It was interesting and its very beautiful to look at. Happy we made the stop.

Hour Rehearsals-are held here unless otherwise noted and the organ is spectacular.
This is free and open to the public and an absolutely moving experience to hear the Oran play.

The tabernacle is worthy of a visit if in the area. Located in temple square in an unassuming domed building (next to the temple), there are practices and performances. Great venue

While visiting the temple we had the opportunity to obtain free tickets for a night concert inside the tabernacle. It was a beautiful experience. The orchestra was wonderful. It was about an hour long. Even my daughters enjoyed it.

We were not here during a time when music was being played, but the building itself is beautiful! We were given a tour by nice Morman youth and hope someday return for music.

This place is amazing. An interesting history and an even more interesting organ. Well worth a visit.

The moment that you step into this beautiful rectangular domed building, you know what it is for. This building was constructed as a place of worship. The front immediately draws your attention to the huge pipe organ situated in the very middle of the choir and pulpit area. Choir seating is located on both sides of the alter and reach out almost to the extent of the width of the building. This is where you immediately know that the Morman Tabernacle Choir sits and performs their beautiful siniging. An orchestra setting is immediately in front of the very ornate and beautiful pipe organ. Go when you can hear a practice session on the organ, wow what a magnificent sound it produces! Everything in this building and all of its furnishings from the pews to the altar set up was done to show love and appreciation for the Lord. When you visit Temple Square, don’t miss an opportunity to step inside this building. Not fancy on the outside, but the inside says, “Praise The Lord.” Absolutely magnificent.

Located in Temple Square, this domed building is the home of the famed Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Though, reality is, they most often sing at the LDS Conference Center. If you're looking to hear a performance, check out where they will be first. Inside the Tabernacle, you'll see a beautiful pipe organ and a large stage. Not quite as big as the LDS Conference Center, but it has great acoustics. We would have loved to have heard a performance, but the building was open just for a visual tour.

The Tabernacle is a beautiful place to visit; however, only church members can go inside. The Temple Square has many other buildings that you can visit and learn the history. Take local tours by the volunteers who are very friendly and knowledgeable.

As part of Temple Square this is quite an amazing, interesting building. You can visit inside aswell - free of charge - so would recommend to do so.
The whole place is nice for taking pictures and no, you don't have to be a Mormon to visit!

We had read reviews saying you needed to be early to get a seat and that the doors closed etc but our visit was as follows. We found out early in the day that the choir time was 7.30 to 9.30 and that you could enter and leave at any time. We arrived just after 7.30 and the main downstairs area was fairly full, but upstairs and the sides downstairs had plenty of seating available. By 8.15 many of those in the central area left and we took up seat in the centre where the acoustics were much better. We were pleasantly surprised by the humour of the choir master and that the audience was recognised and thanked.
The choir were dressed informally and obviously struggled with the heat. Members of the choir came and went so one felt it was not regimented.
The Sunday session would be better as the rehearsal is a practice and repetitive but still enjoyable.

The organ recital was not to be missed. The organist (one of 5 or 6 I believe) was not only skillful but he also chose arrangements that highlighted the range of the organ. Beautiful performance!

I attended the daily organ recital at noon in the Tabernacle. At over 150 years old, the auditorium was an architectural marvel at its opening, and it is still a very unique building, with its oval dome and precise acoustics. The organ performance was excellent and admission was free.

This is one of the most amazing sites that I've ever seen. I toured most of the ground,but the temple just took me off my feet. It was so elegant and beautiful. I was able to hear two singers for a short while, and the acoustics were fantastic! I wish I would have been able to hear the whole choir. I can only imagine the awesome sound of the members' voices. The tabernacle is worth visiting tow or three more times.

We managed to enter just as the organist was beginning to play. Great acoustics. Huge room that holds thousands.

Do not leave SLC without attending one of the daily Tabernacle organ concerts. The music is overpowering in a good way. I've been to 4 concerts and teared up each time at the beauty of the music And the acoustics are astounding especially for the time it was built. Don't miss it. As a bonus, the Temple Square grounds are beautiful.

The Tabernacle is present in the LDS Assembly Hall. It's a large room which was earlier used to conduct prayers. The staff is really helpful and ready to answer questions.

Be sure to get the times for the Tabernacle organ recitals typically daily noon and 2 for about 30 minutes. Only Sunday only at 2pm. After the recital the organist will answer any questions. He/she also demonstrates the acoustics in the tabernacle, before the recital, which are amazing

All sights are free and there are members throughout very happy to provide you with background and answer any questions.

We attended the performance on Sunday October 20, 2019. This was one of those experiences of a life time!! We were on a City Sights tour and Jim the tour guide had 1st chair viola player join us on the bus after the performance. Free to enter but I do recommend the tour!!

It is a must see! We were there when the organist was practicing, after Sunday service, and it was fantastic.

The Tabernacle is stunning and a marvel. The Craftsmanship is amazing,all the wood work and pipe organs.

An absolute must if you are in town.

Just 30 mins daily and worth every minute, a full concert would be mind blowing.

First time to visit this icon from my past. I remember watching the choir, the sounds and Christmas. The structure itself speaks of space design for the venue.

Firstly we visited on the tour given by two lovely Latter Day Saint sisters of the Temple Sq. area and buildings. We returned for the daily morning organ recital, which was wonderful. It's one of the largest organs and only a few people are allowed to play it. On Thursday evening we attended the rehearsal of the Tabernacle Choir. Fascinating to see them in the rehearsal process. A surprise visit to the Choir from Kristen Chenoweth, who I believe may be featured in the Christmas Concert. Both the tour, the organ concert and the rehearsal of the Choir are free to the public. What a treat.

According to the schedule there will be an organ concert at 12:00 noon everyday this week and possibly gong forward - this is the first week that the performances have resumed. It's a wonderful way to hear organ music and get off our feet for 30 minutes.

Went in for an organ recital. Not my 'thing' I suppose but interesting. The 'music' really does not do it for me but, nonetheless, an impressive building and and impressive output. A pleasant way to spend 30 minutes.

What did annoy me was that people were getting up and walking out when there were clear guidelines about when to leave etc so as not to disturb it for other people. Manners!

Lovely to look at. We went in and just looked. Didn't take a tour but they do offer them. I'd been before but hubby never had.

I visited this site on a Sunday as part of a walk-around at Temple Square, which is the heart of the Mormon Church and right in the middle of downtown Salt Lake City. The tabernacle is basically the 3rd church built in the downtown area. The temple is #4 and no tours of that are offered. What you see on TV is an even later church / stadium.

I just drove downtown and walked around. Crowds on a Sunday morning were noticeable but no obnoxious. There were a lot of college-aged kids working as guides, so getting a question answered was easy.

This is a very impressive site to tour that includes seceral buildings to tour. It provides lots of insight into Mormon history and beliefs. Be sure to check the schedule for a free 30-minite recital where you can hear the pipe organ being played...and sometimes the choir sing...at various times throughout the week. Beautiful gardens and buildings!

I wish I would have gone to the choir on Sunday mornings, but just seeing this place is quite nice. Check out my TA page for more. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Trips/92933170/Salt%20Lake%20City

We went to the organ recital at noon, my first time in years. Had forgotten the accoustics, and the organist was extremely talented. Also went to the Assembly Hall and all of the grounds - beautiful!

Someone visiting Salt Lake City must see the Tabernacle. While there is a new LDS conference center across from Temple Square the real historic buildings, The Tabernacle and Assembly Hall are the original beautiful buildings.

This is sexercise.o full of beauty and history. If you are in Sale Lake City you have got to see it. Make sure you ask then to showcase the acoustics with the see the "pin drop" test.

We missed the music but visit the site: a beautiful hall and structure. Many missionaries are stationed inside, serving as docents.

built from 1863 to 1875 to house meetings for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

We stopped for the free noon organ concert.
As a kid, the only things we heard about Utah and the LDS church was the Tabernscle, the Choir and their weekly concerts. The acoustics are everything you have heard (no pun intended)...but pretty funny in retrospt).
There at plenty of seats so you can sit close and enjoy the concert.

Don't worry, it is not a "hard sell" for the church, there wasn't any proselytizing. The Temple square tour guides (all improbably good looking, polite, multilingual young women) direct you to the correct entrance door (the building has too many to count) and hand you a program, that's it.
No visit to Utah is complete with a stop here.

This building houses the Tabernacle Organ, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir when performing. There are free organ recitals held here at 12 pm every day Monday through Saturday, and at 2 pm on Sunday. It’s definitely worth scheduling your time to catch one of these amazing organ recitals. The doors open 10 minutes beforehand, programs are provided, and there’s plenty of seating. There is a different organist playing almost every day (they have several on staff), and our organist did a short demonstration of the acoustics before playing five songs over a half hour period, and then taking questions from the audience.

Was very surprised that the temple was not a place to worship. Tabernacal was actually in a separate dome building. High wall built all around temple square and mormons were places strategically within compound so that they could confront everyone and explain their religion.

Walking into this spectacular place, you are immediately presented with a magnificent interior view of the templeand the 11,623 pipe, 5 keyboard organ.

The tabernacle was built in the mid 1800’s. It’s dome shaped roof was put together and held by rawhide strips. Just think about that. The balcony is mostly away from the outside walls making for unbelievable acustics.
there are tours several time a day that demonstrate all of this. You will be amazed.
There are also organ recitals and demonstrations regularly that are second to none.
If you come to Salt Lake City, don’t miss this. It’s all free.

The architecture is amazing. We stop almost every time we go through Salt Lake City just to see it and hear the choir.

Stopped here as part of our SLC tour. It included a concert. I thought hearing the organ was impressive but the songs were not really that exciting and I was bored by the end. I would have been happier to hear 10 minutes of play and get 20 minutes to walk the grounds.

Plenty of underground parking surrounds Temple Square that houses this Tabernacle. The acoustics are second to none...you can literally hear a pin drop in the entire structure. The huge pipe Organ is world famous.

Built without nails - say what? According to our tour guide they used wooden pins and cowhide to put this together.

As we walked around Temple Square we spoke to some of the volunteers and found out there was an organ recital in the Tabernacle (free, of course), so we got about 15 minutes of it. The acoustics were quite good and the organ very impressive. It's worth a visit if you're a music lover.

Besides the history and the amazing building itself, the real fame of the Tabernacle is it's acoustics. To me, this is what makes it truly a spectacular sight to experience. Here's what you need to do:

There are young “missionary” guides in the square and in the Tabernacle who were very pleasant and not at all preachy. Go into the Tabernacle and find a one of these guides. Ask them if they would do a “acoustic demonstration”, then walk to the very, very back. If possible they will go onto the pulpit and announce the demonstration. First they will shut off all electrical amplification, then play the amazing organ (or play a recording), then they will rip a piece of paper, drop a handful of paper clips and finally a single pin. It sounds like they are standing next to you. Everyone in our group, including the teens, thought it amazing.

By the way, don't miss the BeeHive house. 1/2 hour tour will give a better understanding of the times and people.

Neat building on temple square. Built without nails, and recently renovated, this was the meeting hall for LDS general conferences for more than a century. Tours are available (and free), and the acoustics are phenomenal. This is a testimony in stone to the grit, faith, and persistence of the Utah pioneers.

Once a day around noon there is a free organ concert for 30 minutes. It is well worth hearing as there is a printed program that lists the selections that change each day. The organist stays after the presentation to answer questions. The sound is amazing.

So awesome! Sounded amazing! Looks unreal! Coolest pipe organ ever! I would have loved to hear Phantom of the Opera on that super amazing instrument!

So happy that we were able to steal a little time away from our convention to visit the Tabernacle. The presentation on the acoustics (that happens a few times an hour) is amazing. A lovely Elder sat down and answered all our questions. Unfortunately, we were not able to witness a service there, which I’m sure is amazing unto itself.

Being inside this building and seeing the organ is a wonderful experience. The acoustics were demonstrated for us by one of the sisters. She stood up front and tore a piece of newspaper and dropped a pin - all without a microphone - and we could hear perfectly from near the back of the building.

Yes I think everyone should see the Tabernacle in Salt Lake City for the architecture alone. It is a USA wonder to see in person. Was there before Xmas and the outside displays were worth it no matter what your believe. When the seasonal lights came on at night many locals were there just to see the wonderment.

Worth a visit. Not suitable for young, noisy children. Great acoustics. Calm and cool (A/C) break from the heat outside. Nice to learn about history of their organs the Mormons too. Check recital times online. All very perfect.

OMG.......your jaw will drop open when you walk inside and if you are lucky you can be there when the choir is practicing. amazing sound and decor. don't miss.

The Tabernacle and so many of the paintings and statues are wonderful to see. There are sisters in each room to help explain any questions you may have. They are helpful, although different, as there are two in every room you walk into.

We were lucky enough to take in a 30-minute organ concert one afternoon and a choir rehearsal one evening -- both were fabulous! The choir is something to be hold, as well as the orchestra that accompanies the singers. They were rehearsing their program for Easter services, but we were yearning for more beautiful music when we had to leave so they could begin taping the performance. I wish we'd been able to attend one of the Holy Week choir performances, but they were all sold out (Thursday through Sunday). The sight of the huge organ pipes is something to behold -- so large and exquisite! We were also impressed with the conductor, who was directing and critiquing the singers and musicians as he went along. We wish we could have heard an entire program instead of just the rehearsal.

We were fortunate to see a performance of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir for their Sunday broadcast. It was glorious. The music was like it came from heaven. The visual effect of the massive organ along with the singers and musicians in this massive and beatiful facility was breathtaking. A must see and hea.

Do not miss an organ concert. Only 30 minutes long, it gives one a sense of the true power and magic in the historic instrument. The performer was excellent and explained his selection pieces prior to playing. The acoustics in the theater are a marvel!

We spent several hours visiting the Square - including the Tabernacle - beautiful artwork throughout. Pretty gardens surround the area - and if you go up into the tall Office building you'll have a great view.

We missed the organ and choral concerts but were amazed to hear a piece of paper torn without mike. One of the helpers kindly photographed the organ console for us.

Tabernacle has one of the largest pipe organs I have ever seen. If visiting you should check the schedule because the choir has practice that is open to the public.

We attended the daily free recital in the historic Tabernacle building. The acoustics were amazing- he even demonstrated the sound of a pin dropping. 30 minute cancer with light show

We attended the free noon organ concert. The sound seemed to surround us. We closed our eyes to take it all in. The instrument itself was a wonder. So many keyboards,stops & footpedals. How does anyone ever learn to play? Beautiful experience.

We attended the 30 minute noon free concert. Incredible acoustics! We were treated to the pin drop by the organist… amazing. There were so many helpful sisters on hand throughout the complex to answer questions. Make sure to visit the conference center.

I could not call this impressive as we have traveled the world and have seen many places of worship. However, it is something to see....it is quite nice and it is part of Temple Square.

There is a schedule of free organ recital several days and times during the week. It really is a spectacular instrument, and the organist was very skilled. It was half an hour in duration and I would recommend it.

There were still COVID-19 restrictions in place when we visited the Temple Square, so we were not able to go inside. Beautiful building, though.

Grand place to visit with a lot of pioneer history. Exquisite organ and wood design and decor. Nice place to sit and marvel at the workmanship.

Visited this tabernacle and it was lovely but disappointed that we couldn't hear the choir or an organ concert. Nice area with other buildings and flowers.

We visited the Tabernacle in early January and watched the organ recital, which occurs everyday at noon and is a Must See. Recital is 30 minutes. Arrive early doors close at noon. While at Temple Square, also be sure to visit the North Visitor Center, Convention Center, and Assembly Hall. You'll be amazed by the artwork in both the Visitor and Convention Centers. We ended our day with eats at Nauvoo Cafe inside Joseph Smith Memorial Building - also another impressive place. Temple Square grounds are kept impeccably clean and so tranquil; the artwork in the buildings are absolutely beautiful, and the sound of the organ is heavenly. TIP: The Tabernacle Choir rehearsals are open to the public Thursdays 7:30pm, which I hope to see next time I visit Salt Lake City.

Always a great visit just to see the marvels of pioneer engineering and construction. The organ is a marvel to behold. A must see place when visiting SLC.

We went inside and the acoustics are fabulous. There was a young girl that demostrated by tearing paper, dropping pins, and a nail. The organ is huge and they do allow pictures in there.

Visited as part of the walking tour that the mission girls do for free. The guides we had were great and shared the neat architecture of the building. We didn't stay for the choir.

When you are here and have a chance, you should visit a concert. At least some concerts are without admission fee. In opposite to the temple the Tabernacle is accessible for everyone.

We stepped inside while visiting Temple Square. There wasn't anything going on, but the building was still impressive. The craftsmanship that went into to it, truly a labor of love. The organ was amazing. Well worth your time to stop in and experience, even if there isn't anything going on.

An architectural/acoustical masterpiece tour de force! The history is fascinating! Visit on Thursday evenings to hear the Tabernacle Choir practice or daily at noon for a short organ concert. Sundays in the winter, you can watch/hear the live Sunday a.m. performance of the Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. Visiting the Salt Lake Tabernacle is a "must" for Utah visitors!

Unlike the Temple, the tabernacle is open for tours. There are Organ recitals at noon and if your are lucky enough, there are full choir practices at 7pm on some evenings.

Without a doubt, the Mormon Tabernacle is one item that should be on everyone's bucket list. If there is One thing that the whole Temple Square complex is famous for...it is this.

I walked in and struck up a conversation with a couple of young missionary girls and then an old guy with an official label on his jacket who was standing at the back.

He gave me some history about the place and about the LDS's. We were then treated to a short sound show ( dropping a pin and hearing it hit the floor).

I could not stay around to hear the Organ Voluntary as I was in a rush. Next time maybe!

In my opinion, if you are rushed for time, then this and the gardens are the must places to see within the Temple Square complex.

This looks like a sports arena or something from the outside, but it is far from that. It is very beautiful inside and the acoutics are great. We were able to go to an organ recital and it was amazing.

this is really amazing. We lucked out and got to the Temple just in time for the 12:00 noon free organ recital. The acoustics are incredible. The organist demonstrated these before he played that magnificent instrument. So glad that we were able to experience this.

Listened to parts of the mormon faith tour, heard some snips of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and heard about the design of that tabernacle for sound.

We visited the tabernacle when there was not a performance. The inside is a bit underwhelming. I’m sure it’s much better when there is a performance. We walked around the grounds and met two Mormon missionaries that were very friendly. Definitely stop by if you’re in SLC.

My wife and I were married in the Salt Lake temple, so we visit on our anniversary nearly every year. This historic building is beautiful and always worth a visit.

Visited as part of a city tour on a Sunday morning. We got to see some of the practice and then a live performance. It was well worth it.

We were on our evening stroll when we passed by the Tabernacle. Inside the choir was practicing for its' weekly broadcast. Anyone can come inside and watch the practice and enjoy the beautiful music. The architecture is amazing and it is a wonderful place to see.

very impressive organ recital, really worth to listen. it takes place on Saturday, noon. No reservations necessary, first comes- first served.

We enjoyed hearing and seeing the Tabernacle Choir rehearse. The sound was amazing. We loved both the orchestra and the choir. The volunteers were welcoming and helpful.

we were able to enjoy the beautiful building, its history and watch a recital! What a great experience for the entire family! A must see when in SLC

Attended the noon organ recital and the Thursday night choir rehearsal. Both were awe inspiring. During the organ recital the organist brought the eleven thousand pipe organ to life. Attended the choir rehearsal 45 years ago and don't remember there being an orchestral present. The music was so inspiring it brought tears to my eyes. All the LDS personnel were very friendly and helpful. No donations were requested or CD sales in the lobby. This is truly a ministry of devotion and love. I highly recommend visiting when in SLC.

This was really awesome. To experience theis was special. It is free and something you should really do if you are in toen.

We would have loved to have listened to choir practice on Thursday but we were only in town on Wednesday. We found out that there is a free organ concert everyday at noon except Sundays I believe it is at 2:00. It lasts about half an hour. Worth going to.

When you visit here you get to go on a tour, not sure about know because of the epidemic, but you got to walk around, see the organ, go to the waterfall and on top of the roof.

You won't regret coming here.

The building is located on temple square, open to visitors. We were there on a random Monday afternoon so we didn’t see a performance.

We visited the Mormon Temple hoping to hear the choir practice but they were performing that night so we missed out. The Tabernacle was well staffed with knowledgeable staff who gave us a map of the whole Mormon complex. We met one of the Mormon missionary sisters and had a delightful conversation. She was very supportive and friendly. We visited in December 2021..it had snowed but we got around OK because the sidewalks and streets were cleared. The Temple was undergoing extensive renovation. All were extremely friendly. They were shaking the snow off the trees decorated in bright Christmas lights. Worth your time to see the history of the Mormon church. Do not forget to go to the nearby genealogy library called Family Search- they have 5 full databases so they can trace your family history back hundreds of years.

We attended the weekly Sunday morning service of the Music and the Word, where believers of all faiths are warmly welcomed to immerse themselves in the glorious and inspiring music of the Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra. What a fabulous way to spend 30 minutes on a Sunday morning! Do not miss this!

We were passing through and had to take a moment to stop to see this amazing site. We enjoyed the history and the beauty of th Tabernacle. It's an amazing place to stop and see if your passing through the area.

I attended the noon pipe organ concert at the Tabernacle. Breathtaking! The acoustics were unbelievable. Prepare to be amazed. The silver done outside makes it easy to locate.

I was too late for the service but thoroughly enjoyed sitting listening to rehearsals for Christmas. What a magnificent organ.

I expected a building twice or three times this size judging from the TV shows I had seen. No music when we visited due to our poor planning. Would like to hear the choir some time.

On our Temple Square tour we visited the Tabernacle. It is an amazing building and so beautiful inside. We stayed for the Organ Recital at noon to listen to the organ. Definitely worth the wait. The only disappointment is we were planning to attend the Thursday Night Tabernacle Choir rehearsal (and even planned our trip specifically to attend this practice). On the day we found out the practice for that day was not open to the public which was such a big disappointment to my mother and me. This was our major reason for visiting Salt Lake City was to see this performance. Such a downer.

We were lucky to catch the choir and the orchestra play. They always play to a full venue, the Spoken Word is something everyone should have a chance to listen to. You will come away feeling uplifted.

We stopped at temple square on one of the coldest days. It was beautiful. We went into the tabernacle to get warm and rest. Always a beautiful stop. Sister missionaries were singing and it was lovely experience. The architecture is always appealing to look at. We enjoyed our rest and the respite from the cold.

Unusal building, beautiful grounds, many people offeredto help answer questions but none could answer mine about the
smaller building. Choir rehersal was incredibly beautiful

You can visit this as part of temple square. Very historical and quite interesting if you do the tour where they tell about it. This also where they used to hold conference.

The missionary people from all over the world were interesting. 18 months mission (lot of dedication and commitment) … they will approach you, and they will preach yo regardless of you accept it or not. They are committed to their mission. The 12noon recital was moved from the Tabernacle to the conversion center without prior notice. We arrived late and missed it.

We were lucky enough to tour the tabernacle in the afternoon and then attend a rehearsal on Thursday night. It was a wonderful experience.

We enjoyed the atmosphere, unfortunately we couldn’t enter the Temple because we are not Mormons. Of course we can learn about the Temple. All of this is free. They have a beautiful organ recital. Such a lovely and friendly atmosphere! We hope to return again to view more about the Tabernacle.

Even if this is not your faith, please, please, please go see the Organ Recital. M-Sat at 12pm and Sunday at 2pm.

It's not a religious experience per se but the music is just so beautiful. There are over 11,000 pipes on this organ which means the music is beyond incredible.

Although there were a lot of sisters and missionaries, we never felt preached to or uncomfortable.

A really memorable experience!

If you have a remote chance of stepping inside you won't regret it, this magnificent space is something to behold

We took the city tour and one of the stops was here for a half hour organ concert. Amazingly talented organist, and the acoustics were perfect. We stumbled on the fact that the annual Organfest was that evening, so we returned to hear 5 other super talented organists. An organ lover’s heaven!

We went expecting to see very little of The Tabernacle but this was not the case at all. We got to walk all over the grounds and even go to a practice session of the choir. It was simply beautiful.

Got a chance to peek inside. The organ and pipes were beautiful - much larger in person. Nice architecture and features. Would have liked to have had someone tell us more about it but didn't seem to be staff at that time.

My family and I were visiting SLC for just a few days. We made it a point to visit the beautiful tabernacle for an organ recital that was available to the public. The recital was truly fantastic and we very much enjoyed it. Moreover the staff surrounding the area were very friendly and kind to our two little girls. We definitely recommend this to travelers visiting SLC!!

The Salt Lake Temple is closed for safety and seismic renovations. In the Tabernacle there was a person playing the organ and it sounded great. A woman guide told us about the building. Fantastic sound.

There were no parking-lots available around when we were in town so we just drove around the block to see what it looked like. A sight in SLC that you can't miss. When you see it on picture it looks taller and bigger than it is in realtity, actually

Definitely worth a few minutes of your time to admire the enormity of this gathering place. Dominated by an extremely large pipe organ . There was no activity underway when we visited but equally its not hard to imagine what this place sounds / feels like when packed with people . If visiting again I would check the schedule to see if there were practices etc that you could observe.

Happened to walk by the Tabernacle right before noon when the daily organ recital began. Stopped in for a song or two. Very beautiful.

Visited here and had a tour through the temple and it was just amazing. I would like to return when the choir is singing.

Tired of walking around in downtown, my husband found a free concert at the Tabernacle, at 7:30pm and suggested I go. I am grateful for having attended the concert. I really enjoyed it.

We enjoyed the free noontime organ recital at the Tabernacle. Ended up parking for free on a side street a few blocks away & just walking in. 30 minutes, great acoustics!

We had a 1/2 hour to kill so we walked around temple square. We walked in to the auditorium just as one of the guides was to do the sound demonstration. She was a young lady without a booming voice. She began with a short rendition of the Tabernacle choir. She began to speak without a microphone and sitting in back we could still hear her. The acoustics are that good. She then tore a piece of paper and dropped a nail which you would think she was in front of you. Quite impressive.

Tour guides will give you a free demonstration of the acoustics and history of this building. You can also attend free concerts when they are available.

If you visit the Temple, at least walk in and see it! It is big hall and a huge Tabernacle! If you are lucky there is a performance and rehearsing of the choir.

I am old enough to remember attending general conference and other meetings in the Tabernacle. As a younger person I had season tickets to the Utah Symphony which performed there before the Abravanel Symphony Hall was built. We did the Hosanna Shout for the Jordan River Temple in the Tabernacle. But my favorite memories of the Tabernacle was attending The Messiah performed there for many years by the Salt Lake Oratorio Society. The church has moved on to the Conference Center for most large gatherings, but the Tablernacle will always have a place in my heart.

The Tabernacle is covered in scaffolding and is closed. You don't have to go there. There are enough parking lots nearby to park your car. The one at Macy's is free for the first 2 hours.

We visited The Tabernacle spontaneously without any reservation on a weekday about 5:00pm. It seems to be generally open to the public. We entered The Tabernacle chamber to be greeted by guides, who speak multiple languages. They explained the history and operations of the entire grounds and showed us many features throughout the building. The guides are very gracious and interactive.

I am not Mormon but have heard so much about this place that I just had to see it for myself and I was not disappointed at all. What a work of art it is. The organ itself is just spectacular. I was able to see a group of people having a class of some sort while I was there and the visitors did not interrupt their session at all, it must be something that they are very used to. Tours are given in different languages and all buildings except the Temple are open to the public free of charge. It is worth seeing.

Built in 1867 bridge-building techniques were used to construct the Tabernacle roof so that support pillars were not needed. This dome shaped building is where the Choir performs. Admission is free like all buildings in Temple Square. We were able to see an organ recital. On Wednesday: 7:30 – 9:30pm – Bells on Temple Square rehearsals and on Thursday: 7:30 – 9:30 pm – Tabernacle Choir rehearsals. If someone asks you how many pipes there are for the organ ---11,623 pipes. The sound is spectacular

On a Sunday afternoon at 2:00 pm, we were able to listen to one of the most beautiful and spiritually uplifting organ recitals I have ever heard. We were not in the main cathedral, but a smaller building. It was so moving and I was so grateful to have been able to have this experience.

The organist was practicing while we were there which was fun to hear. You can go in and look around and sit for a while if you want.

We went to a half hour long, free organ recital at midday. It was lovely! Worth popping in to if you're in the area. They have nice lights!

It was breathtaking, extremely friendly, informative, honored to be invited inside. Friendly me,beers and staff. It’s historic, awesome and respected as a American icon. I understand why they are so proud of their place of worship and heritage and history. A place everyone should stop and visit and ponder.

This is a not to be missed sight if possible when in Salt Lake City. Surreal and otherworldly. So much to take in.

The Tabernacle is located on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, it is a huge beautiful Mormon Church. The church guides/helper are super nice and friendly.

The Tabernacle is the home of the world-famous "America's Choir," the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. There is also the Orchestra at Temple Square. There is an open rehearsal each Thursday and a performance, called "Music and the Spoken Word" each Sunday. These are world-class artists, and are not to be missed if at all possible.

What an amazing building. Very detailed and simply elegant, all gleaming wood interior with elevated levels, well worth having a look if your in SLC.

If visiting SLC, definitely go to Temple Square to see the Tabernacle. Very interesting history and impressive construction. If you get a chance go see choir rehearsal - it's free.

The gardens, walkways and setting make this immense time building spectacular. Mormon Church members greet and guide you answering all sorts of questions.

We enjoyed the 30 minute organ recital in this magnificent and iconic location.

The structure is unique and the acoustics are special for sure. The sheer dimensions of the organ (number of pieces, various size of the pieces) is staggering.

We did the tabernacle tour today. The acoustic test demonstration was cool. You could literally hear a pin drop from 50 metres away!

It is under construction. Went to look at the lights and could not get near it. Barricades and guards. Beautiful what can be seen from afar.

A very pretty building with a beautiful organ. Everyone was very nice and there were a lot of people giving information about the buildings while we were here. There was a lot of construction nearby while we were here though

We got the tour with the missionary guides which starts at the flagpole in front of the temple. You can visit inside here, but not inside the temple (reserved for practicing Mormons). Very historic and you can catch choir practice many evenings. Be sure to look at the windows for the sego lily that played an important role in the history of this religion..

This is a must-see when in SLC! Beautiful building with fantastic acoustics. Try to catch either the Tabernacle Choir or an organ recital. Entrance is free. Highly recommended.

This is a great place to visit. When you go on a tour, they show you some neat stuff, like demonstrating the acoustics in the tabernacle and the explain how it was built and tell about the organ and the pipes. What an incredible building and such interesting historical facts. It is beautiful and a nice place to learn about.

I lived in SLC for 35 years, and the first place I visited before I moved there was the Tabernacle. I'm not Mormon, but it was still very interesting to see. The story of the Mormons is entrenched in this city, and living here for 35 years did open my eyes to their plight from Illinois. SLC is a "city unto it's own", meaning it's so different than any other place I've lived. So much history here, and beautiful places to visit in the downtown area

We attended one of the free noon concerts and it was very interesting. The acoustics in the Tabernacle are amazing.

Originally constructed in the 1860s, the Tabernacle organ magnifies the beauty of any musical selection.. A free weekday concert at noon on May 24, 2019 offered a diverse program--Sousa, Bach, familiar hymns and more in a peaceful and beautiful setting. Make time for this memort!

This is a great marvel of sound and acoustics. I recommend taking a tour if you can. I also recommend coming during the organ practice or recital times. A must for those interested in architecture or building design.

The missionary guides do an amazing job of guiding the tours. The acoustics in this building are amazing!

The church is not huge, but the stage is magnificant. The acoustic is incredible. It is also a nice place to sit there for a quiet moment and savor the tranquility of the surrounding after a long walking tour,

Over the years we have visited here several times and always love strolling the grounds of Temple Square and visiting the historic Tabernacle. It is amazing to see this unique structure. The grounds are picture perfect. You really need to see this place!

BOTTOM LINE: When visiting Salt Lake City, put Temple Square on the top of your list to visit along with the Tabernacle. They offer hourly tours of the Tabernacle and other sites on the square. No pressure Sister Missionaries conduct the tours and are happy to answer all your"Mormon" questions. Plan on dedicating 3-4 hours at least exploring the various sites on the square including the visitor center with the Jesus Christ statue. Be sure to visit the east side of the square to see the front of the Slat lake City Temple and north to the 21,000 seat conference center. The best part is EVERYTHING IS FREE and no donations asked or accepted! MY RATING: 10/10.

The ladies provide a very educational tour of the building which is beautifully maintained. Lots of history.

The Choir rehearses on Thursday nights. There’s an organ concert at noon performed by one of the five organists. All this is free. It is unforgettable.

The architecture and interior structure of this building is impressive especially considering the year of construction. The detail inside is beautiful and you must test the acoustics. There are volunteer guides that will answer amy questions or you can just spend a few minutes on your own.

We attended the free Sunday morning choir performance and it was well worth the drive down from park city. On our walk over from the easy to access and free parking structure we chatted with a local man and his son. They were friendly and shared information about the facility, the performance and the area. The show was really phenomenal and the choir sang a variety of music, one piece is a favorite Irish song of ours that we love! During the informative welcome introductions were made of noteworthy and some famous members of the audience who were visiting the salt lake area. The entire experience was the perfect way to begin our Sunday morning and we will be back when visiting the area again.

Enjoyed the organ recital at noon. wish i had known that the bell choir practiced that evening i would have returned to hear them. Great to experience, would pick thursday to visit next time so i could hear the choir practice.

This is a good example of old craftsmanship and the organ is something to behold. What makes this place special are the people as they were so friendly and inviting. It was fun learning were they were from and little about their homeland

Worthy of your time to tour the property, view the Tabernacle, see the immense organ. Very interesting and educational.

We were able to view and take photos of the beautiful organ. No one was performing during our visit, but the Tabernacle and organ were quite impressive. This is definitely worth the time to visit.

We went with the intention of seeing the organ recital and it did not disappoint.

Lots of construction in Temple Square so was concerned about getting in because most of the block is gated, but we found our way. We had two missionaries speak us and they were very timid, sweet and asked us alot of questions about our selves in a way that was a nice convo, not forced.

The organist was amazing, the pieces were picked to show off the organ and it was incredible. Loved the lights as well.

Recommend to all.

This was our first stop in our Walking Tour. Our Guides explained its history and how its excellent acoustics came into being. To show us about this excellent acoustics, they went at the stage and reaped pieces of papers and dropped the coins. We could clearly hear the sounds of their actions even without microphones!

They later explained the huge organ that has more than 11,000 pipes. Note that this is where the televised show of their Sunday service and choir singing take place.

Daily at noon, there is a FREE short concert that takes place here. Highly recommended to visit!

We were lucky enough to see a Thursday night practice of the Tabernacle orchestra and choir in the Tabernacle itself. In the summer the crowds are so large they hold the practice in the Conference Center so we were so pleased to see it would be in the beautiful Tabernacle itself. Outstanding experience, especially if you have musical experience...seeing the conductor work with the 360 member choir and over 100 member orchestra was a thrill. Don't miss this experience if you are ever in Salt Lake City.

There are significant restoration works ongoing at Temple Sq and The Tabernacle was one of the few buildings unaffected when we visited. Unfortunately for us, we were too early for the Tabernacle to be open but it’s an impressive building from the outside.

The tabernacle was breath taking and wonderful. WE did a serivce and an organ practice. You can can the rapid transit and go to both. If you are there you must go to see them.

Be sure you visit the tabernacle and Temple Square. As spring approaches the tulips are magnificent.

We visited the Tabernacle and attended an organ recital. The organ is an incredible sight and the acoustics are perfect. We wish we could have seen the choir, but the scheduling didn't allow for it this trip.

The 12 Noon concerts have begun again this week (mid-July). It was a very nice experience, the concert runs about 30 minutes and includes a few minute talk by the organist.