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.
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.
Hogle Zoo
At this zoo outside Salt Lake City meet creatures from all over the world, from exotic African lions to Utah native gray wolves.
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
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City: Guided City Tour
Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals
Little America Hotel
We stay here 6 or 7 times a year. Theres been some bumps but they have always stepped up to make things right. The tower luxury rooms are great and they are our daughter’s favorite. We always recommend this hotel and enjoy the 20+ days we stay there a year
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
The staff at the front desk was exceptional.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
The Grand America Hotel
Gorgeous view of the mountains!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Midvalley
Clean room, used UV light and was totally clean. Shower was great! The shower curtain was really thin but that's fine. Rooms were very comfy and staff was great. Thank you for having us!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Clean, comfortable bed with very nice bedding, nice downtown location. Amazing views.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Everything that we attended was in walking distance from the hotel. The parking was great, I had a truck with a desk & treadmill in the bed, it was raining so having the covered, secured parking was perfect! The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff made check in and check out easy!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 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 Nightmare on 13th 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. 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.
