{"id":664972,"date":"2026-05-25T23:48:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T23:48:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/664972\/"},"modified":"2026-05-25T23:48:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T23:48:19","slug":"new-temple-square-app-how-to-use-deseret-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/664972\/","title":{"rendered":"New Temple Square app: How to use \u2013 Deseret News"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has launched a new app to help millions navigate Temple Square, a landmark that has undergone significant renovations for nearly 6\u00bd years.<\/p>\n

The new Temple Square app, available on Apple<\/a> and Android<\/a> since mid-April, enables users to explore the five-block square\u2019s events and exhibits and easily plan and manage their visit and reservations.<\/p>\n

It also enables users to navigate the renovated Temple Square, located at the heart of Salt Lake City, with an interactive map and AI support.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s an overview on how to use the new app\u2019s key features.<\/p>\n

Explore events, tours, landmarks and exhibits<\/p>\n

The Temple Square app is organized into three main sections, which can be navigated to and from using the menu bar found at the bottom of the screen.<\/p>\n

The first section, \u201cExplore,\u201d invites users to scout potential places to visit during their time at Temple Square.<\/p>\n

Near the top, users can search for specific places to visit, or they can scroll horizontally through the categories listed below the search bar. These categories include: \u201cFor You,\u201d \u201cEvents,\u201d \u201cTours,\u201d \u201cExhibits,\u201d \u201cActivities\u201d and \u201cLandmarks.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"TheThe “Explore” section is pictured on the Temple Square app of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | Screenshot from Temple Square app <\/p>\n

From there, users can add places to their plans and itinerary using the \u201c+\u201d icon. They can also click on a place and add it to their plans by selecting \u201cAdd to My Visit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Clicking on a place also enables users to find additional information, as well as the place\u2019s address and hours of operation.<\/p>\n

\"LandmarksLandmarks are pictured in the “Explore” section of the Temple Square app of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | Screenshot from Temple Square app <\/p>\n

Also on the \u201cExplore\u201d page, users can find a list of popular experiences, which they can sort through using filters, such as \u201cArtwork,\u201d \u201cHistory,\u201d \u201cGardens\/Nature,\u201d \u201cChild-focused\u201d and \u201cQuiet Space.\u201d<\/p>\n

Try AI support<\/p>\n

Help from artificial intelligence is available in each of the app\u2019s three main sections.<\/p>\n

To access it, users must simply scroll up to make sure the small star icon appears at the bottom right corner of the screen.<\/p>\n

Selecting the icon will then open a window where users will be able to explore FAQs or ask AI what they are looking for.<\/p>\n

\"TheThe AI support feature is pictured on the Temple Square app of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | Screenshot from Temple Square app Plan your visit<\/p>\n

The app\u2019s second main section, titled \u201cMy Visit,\u201d is where users will be able to find each place they add to their itinerary.<\/p>\n

This section is also where users will be able to find their existing tickets or reservations to ticketed events such as \u201cMusic & the Spoken Word\u201d and the new \u201cInside a Temple\u201d tour found inside the Temple Square Visitors\u2019 Center.<\/p>\n

\"TheThe “My Visit” section is pictured on the Temple Square app of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | Screenshot from Temple Square app <\/p>\n

Users can organize their itineraries on \u201cMy Visit\u201d by clicking on \u201cMy Itinerary\u201d (near the top of the page) and selecting either \u201cShortest Duration\u201d or \u201cLongest Duration\u201d to organize their itinerary accordingly.<\/p>\n

They may also personally organize their itineraries by selecting \u201cReorder\u201d (near the top of the page) and then dragging each place into their desired spot in the itinerary.<\/p>\n

To remove a place from the itinerary, users must simply click on the \u201cx\u201d icon.<\/p>\n

Access a 3D Temple Square map<\/p>\n

The app\u2019s \u201cMap\u201d section is set up to function very similarly to Google or Apple maps.<\/p>\n

At the top, users will see a search bar. They will also see a small filter icon in the top right corner that will enable them to filter their map by \u201cBuilding,\u201d \u201cFood Beverages\u201d and \u201cLandmark.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"TheThe “Map” section is pictured on the Temple Square app of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | Screenshot from Temple Square app <\/p>\n

Selecting a place and then clicking \u201cDirections\u201d will help users find the best route to their desired destination. It will also give users the option to select \u201cAvoid Stairs\u201d for greater accessibility. <\/p>\n

To see an overview of Temple Square, users should click the refresh or circular arrow icon near the middle right of the screen. Users may also click the arrow icon at the right of the screen to find their own location in reference to Temple Square.<\/p>\n

\"DirectionsDirections to the Christus statue on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah, are pictured on the “Map” section of the Temple Square app. | Screenshot from Temple Square app Log in and personalize the app<\/p>\n

App users may choose to sign in to the Temple Square app using their Church Account or a Google or Apple account.<\/p>\n

Signing into the app will enable users to save the places they\u2019d like to explore on Temple Square, but most of the app\u2019s features are available without signing in.<\/p>\n

To sign in, users must navigate to the \u201cExplore\u201d section and select the person icon found at the top right corner of the page.<\/p>\n

From there, users will find the option to \u201cSign In,\u201d as well as other options to personalize the app or adjust general settings.<\/p>\n

The app is currently only available in English, but will soon be available in additional languages.<\/p>\n

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