Guided Tour of World's Largest Copper Mine from Salt Lake City

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(28 reviews)
Salt Lake City, USA

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Go inside the world's largest man-made hole! This open-pit copper mine was dug within the Rocky Mountains over the last 110 years and is now 1 mile deep and 3 miles wide! It's also the richest mine in history, producing copper, gold and silver.

Experience the beautiful mountain scenery as you witness the world's largest trucks and shovels extract copper, silver, and gold.

This 3.5 to 4-hour sightseeing tour is fully-narrated by a professional guide, providing history, stories and fun facts you won't find anywhere else. Tours depart from downtown Salt Lake City.

What's Included

Driver/guide
Entrance & Admission Fees
Gratuity (15-20% customary): Like waiters, our guides rely on tips to make a living

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown

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.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
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    See the largest manmade hole on earth and richest copper mine in history

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by City Sights, Inc.

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Historical Tours
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Excellent Quality
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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