Westside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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 temples in this romantic area.
Temple Square
Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.
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.
Big Cottonwood Canyon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Cottonwood Canyon during your travels in East Bench. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
Activities
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals
Spark by Hilton Salt Lake City Central
"Great"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Little America Hotel
"We enjoyed our stay at Little American!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Grand America Hotel
"Very few vegetarian options in the restaurants. Staff by the pool were slow to respond. Valet parking took too long. Room was very clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"Crystal Inn is a hidden gem, we always book the jetted tub suite. The suite and the late checkout time makes this a favorite go to for a staycation."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
"Love this place."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
"The staff was friendly at checkin and our room was clean, daily housekeeping did a great job taking care of our room."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Fairpark
When in Fairpark and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Utah State Fairpark or Gateway Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jackson/Euclid Station or Fairpark Station.
Rio Grande
While you're in Rio Grande, take in top sights like Clark Planetarium or Delta Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station.
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.
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.
South Salt Lake
You might enjoy the lake views while in South Salt Lake. Wairhouse Trampoline Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Central Pointe Station or South Salt Lake City Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
If you're spending time in Capitol Hill, check out sights like Utah State Capitol or Conference Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warm Springs Station or Temple Square Station.
