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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals
Little America Hotel
Everything went well as plan
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Staff was great and the room was clean.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Beautiful hotel, great dining options, amazing beds and I love the curated marble & gold bathrooms! Love the staff. Only thing is there’s no complimentary water bottle in the suits which there always is at higher end hotels. But we love it and come back yearly for family traditions
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Very nice hotel. The room was modern, clean, comfortable and had an amazing view.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Metropolitan Inn
i love staying here. great service, great employees. comfy beds.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
The room was clean and neat. The staff was kind.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
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 Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah or Smith's Ballpark 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. Paintball Addicts 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.
