South Salt Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Salt Lake
Popular places to visit
Salt Palace Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Utah as part of your travels around Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Temple Square
Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.
Conference Center
Tour the massive auditorium of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which seats over 21,000 people and is anchored by a 7,667-pipe organ.
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Catch an event at Rice-Eccles Stadium during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.
Activities
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Zion Bryce and Capitol Reef Self-Guided Audio Tours
Our pick of the best South Salt Lake Hotel Deals
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown
Everything was excellent except there was no hand soap in my bathroom.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Little America Hotel
Pool was a no go and the beds were uncomfortable and my husband and son were allergic to the pillows
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Grand America Hotel
You literally can’t beat this hotel. It’s an amazing and unique experience. The price tag is high, but for good reason. When you’re looking for someplace special- this is the place. 5 stars for everything.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Excellent
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Nice place
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Salt Lake
Liberty Wells
While Liberty Wells may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Smith's Ballpark or Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
Sugar House
Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Cinemark Sugarhouse and Forest Dale Golf Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to see more of the city.
Millcreek
You'll enjoy the lake views and shopping in Millcreek. You might want to make time for a stop at Telephone Creek or Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Eccles Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.
