Onsite Tours

General Information

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One ticket per guest is required. For example, a group with 25 youth and 5 leaders would need to reserve 30 tickets.
Bags, purses, or packages are not allowed except for those requiring one for a medical reason or for a child.
The tour is approximately 60-75 minutes in length and will include a returned-missionary guide showing different locations on the MTC campus while discussing a missionary's MTC experience. The in-person tour route is about 3/4 mile long.
Please arrive at your scheduled arrival time. We may not be able to guarantee your reservation if your group arrives late.
Parking is available south of the MTC in BYU Lot 50 or Lot 20. Your tour guide will meet you at the south doors of the MTC along E University Pkwy,
Please check the weather ahead of time and dress appropriately. The MTC is unable to provide umbrellas for all tour guests so you may choose to bring some for your group in case of rain.
Please do not arrange meetings with missionaries. We appreciate your adherence to the rules and your respect for the sacred nature of the Missionary Training Center.
New tickets are released every Friday morning two months in advance of tours

There are two different onsite tours currently offered. Please select the one that fits your group.

Youth Groups

Youth Tours are intended to be scheduled by stake or ward leaders as a weekday youth activity for prospective missionaries and their leaders. Larger Church units may choose to bring only older youth, but all youth ages 11–18 are welcome. This tour is designed to complement the four areas of personal development outlined in the Youth program.

Schedule a Youth Group Tour

Family/Public

Family/Public Tours are available for families and other non-youth groups. Families and organizations that are not youth groups should register for this tour type. These tours are designed to give guests the opportunity to experience what it is like to be a missionary at the Provo Missionary Training Center.

Schedule a Family/Public Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

How early do I need to arrive for my tour?

- Please arrive a few minutes before your scheduled tour time to allow for check-in.
- Because of the limited number of tour guides and available tour spots, we may not be able to honor your reservation if your group arrives late.

How many tour spots are available? What if there aren't any available spots?

- As an operating training facility, the Provo Missionary Training Center has limited capacity for tours. To accommodate this capacity, reservations are limited, and every attendee is required to have a ticket.
- Each tour time slot is limited to 30 tickets.
- Cancellations do occur, so please continue to check the website for additional availability.
- Larger groups may need to be divided into smaller groups, with each group attending on different dates or at different tour times.

If I can't make the date and time on my ticket, is it okay to come at another time?

If you are unable to participate at your scheduled date and time, please cancel your current reservation and make a reservation for another time. To cancel an existing reservation, please click on the 'Change/Cancel Appointment' button found on the initial confirmation email or send a message to MTC-Tours@churchofjesuschrist.org.

Do I need to bring my ticket?

Whoever reserved the tickets may be asked to show them during check-in, so you should plan on having them accessible.

How much walking should I expect on the tour?

- The tour route is approximately ¾ mile long and includes some stairs. Elevators are available for those who need an accommodation.
- We encourage you to wear comfortable walking shoes.

What is the dress code?

Modest dress is required. Sunday dress is encouraged.

Are bags allowed?

Please do not bring backpacks, handbags, purses, or other bags or packages. Bags needed for medical reasons or for the care of young children are permitted but may be subject to screening by MTC security.

Are young children allowed to attend?

- Children are welcome on both Family/Public Tours and Youth Group Tours. However, Youth Group Tours are designed specifically for prospective missionaries and their leaders, so families with young children may find the Family/Public Tour to be a more enjoyable experience.
- Please note that the on-site MTC tour is just over one mile long and includes multiple sets of stairs (elevator access is available for those requiring accommodation). Strollers are permitted.

Will wheelchairs be available?

- MTC tour visitors may bring and use their own wheelchairs.
- The MTC is not equipped to provide wheelchairs.

Can visitors bring packages for missionaries or arrange visits?

- No. Please do not arrange visits with missionaries.
- Please do not bring packages for missionaries. Packages and letters for missionaries must be sent through the United States Postal Service, UPS, or other commercial carrier. Approved same-day delivery services are available in cities close to the MTC. The MTC cannot accept packages or letters delivered in any other way.

Can visitors take photographs while on the tour?

Visitors may take photographs of MTC locations but are asked to avoid taking pictures of missionaries.

What should I expect in the case of inclement weather?

The MTC will not cancel any tours due to weather, but if your group decides they no longer want to attend due to poor weather, you may cancel your tour at any time, and sign up again in the future. Please check the weather ahead of time and dress appropriately. The MTC in unable to provide umbrellas for all tour guests so you may choose to bring some for your group in case of rain. There will be a lot of walking on uncovered paths throughout the tour, so plan accordingly.

Who do I contact with additional questions?

Please email MTC-Tours@churchofjesuschrist.org if you have any other questions.

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