South Valley Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Visit South Valley
Popular places to visit
America First Field
Catch an event at America First Field during your trip to Sandy. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
Explore the dark depths of the ocean, admire coral reefs and visit a rain forest at this expansive aquarium.
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 shops in this family-friendly 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.
Things to do
West Valley City City Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers
Private Half-Day Scenic Drive Through Salt Lake's Best Canyons
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Top hotels in South Valley
LivAway Suites Salt Lake City-Draper
"The place is ok for the price. You have to self-check in at the kiosk and get your keys for the room. Looks like lots of residents cook in the room and the lobby was stinking. There are no restaurants or anything close by. You have to drive a few miles. It's a good place for an overnight ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Sandy
"Great Breakfast!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Quality Inn Draper near Salt Lake City
"The carpet had something underneath it. Not too bad for the price."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Little America Hotel
"Location"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"Nice quiet stay, breakfast was good and staff was very helpful"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
The Grand America Hotel
"I love everything about this hotel. Music in the lobby, beautiful grounds and pool, delicious coffee shop and restaurants on the property. I love that each room has a big bathroom with a bathtub."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Valley
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.
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.
East Bench
While visiting East Bench, you might make a stop by sights like Telephone Creek and Dimple Dell Nature Park.
Midvalley
While you're in Midvalley, take in top sights like Fashion Place Mall or Telephone Creek, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Murray North Station or Fashion Place West Station.
Central City
While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Salt Lake City Public Library or Salt Lake City and County Building, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.
