Explore the Midway Glockenspiel and Town Square
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Visit the Swiss-themed town center to see the animated glockenspiel clock tower perform and soak in the 'Utah’s Swiss Alps' architecture.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for the glockenspiel to perform every hour on the hour, so time your arrival at the Town Square about five minutes early.
- 2Wear comfortable walking shoes as the area is flat and pedestrian-friendly, allowing for easy exploration of the adjacent historic Zermatt-style buildings.
- 3Use the free public parking lot located directly behind the Midway City Hall for the quickest access to the clock tower.
- 4Allocate approximately 45 minutes to see the performance and walk the perimeter of the square to photograph the Swiss murals.
- 5Bring a light jacket even in summer, as the valley’s high elevation causes temperatures to drop quickly once the sun dips behind the mountains.
- 6Combine this visit with a stop at the nearby filling station for a famous 'dirty soda' or local Swiss chocolate to enjoy during the show.
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