The Salt Lake Temple will admit nonmembers during a public open house in Utah in 2027, offering rare access to its interior. The temporary opening gives travellers a chance to enter a landmark usually viewed only from outside.
Temples follow different access rules from meetinghouses
An operating Latter-day Saints temple is different from a local meetinghouse, where visitors may attend regular worship services.
Temples are used for sacred ceremonies, and entry is generally limited to church members with the required religious authorization. A public open house creates a temporary exception for visitors who do not belong to the faith.
The building stands at Temple Square in central Salt Lake City. Its location makes it accessible to travellers visiting Utah’s capital, but the open house will provide an uncommon opportunity to see beyond the exterior.
Salt Lake Temple open house dates remain pending
Exact dates and visitor arrangements have not yet been announced.
The confirmed year gives prospective visitors time to consider a Utah trip, but not enough detail to make plans around interior access. The final calendar will determine which travel dates coincide with the public visiting period.
What travellers should do next
Travellers should wait for the confirmed schedule and entry guidance before arranging a trip specifically around the opening.
Once details are released, visitors should check whether advance reservations or timed admission will apply. They should also review accessibility and entry requirements before booking transport and accommodation for fixed dates.
Anyone already considering Salt Lake City can include Temple Square in a broader itinerary. Those travelling primarily to see the interior should avoid making non-refundable plans until the public visiting dates are confirmed.
