Westside Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
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
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.
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.
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.
Salt Lake Temple
This neo-Gothic centerpiece of Temple Square is an imposing sight that is closed to the general public, but highly revered by followers of the Mormon Church.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake City Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Top hotels in Westside
Little America Hotel
Great service and really fun pool
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Clean room, comfortable bed, clean pool/hot tub/sauna area, clean gym room. Only complaint is the gym is pretty sparse and equipment isnt very nice. Definitely not a deal breaker though if you're not looking to really work out. If you don't care about that then 10/10. Its affordable in a convienent ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Grand America Hotel
The facilities at the hotel are amazing!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Staff was extremely friendly, room was very clean
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Metropolitan Inn
great stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Great place to stay, frustrating that the parking is the same rate regardless of you're booked with them or not. But overall not a bad price, great hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 8 Jan 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 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.
