Sandy, UT

Travel Guide

Sandy which includes signage, a monument and a statue or sculpture
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium which includes marine life and coral
Sandy featuring modern architecture
Sandy
Sandy featuring signage

Bordered by the Wasatch Mountains, this bustling suburb of Salt Lake City has entertainment, shopping, dining and sports, including snowing in winter and mountain biking in summer.

Watch a concert under the stars or play in dozens of parks in Sandy City. Pioneers settled Sandy in the 1860s. Just a decade later, it had transformed from a small farming village to a bustling mining town. Today, it is a major suburb of Salt Lake City and one of the largest cities in Utah.

Learn more about the area’s history at Sandy Museum. Find the museum in an early Sandy City storefront where farmers, miners and Native Americans bought and traded goods.

Enjoy the great outdoors in Sandy City. Explore miles of trails snaking through its 32 parks. Use the sporting facilities at Flat Iron Mesa Park, Sandy City’s largest park, including baseball diamonds, tennis courts, soccer fields and jogging trails. Check out the fields, pavilions and playgrounds at Lone Peak Park and Falcon Park, the city’s other large parks. In summer, watch an outdoor feature during the popular “Movies in the Park” series.

Attend a soccer game under the open sky at Rio Tinto Stadium. Cheer on the home team, Real Salt Lake, a Major League Soccer club. The stadium also hosts concerts and other performances throughout the year.

Enjoy shopping in Sandy City. Purchase anything on your list at The Shops at South Town, a beautifully airy and light-filled mall containing over 150 stores and restaurants. Sit back and enjoy a film at Jordan Commons, a large entertainment complex complete with a cinema and various dining options.

Have an unforgettable experience at the Sandy Amphitheater. Relax at a concert accompanied by views of the Wasatch Mountains to the east and the sun setting to the west.

For winter sports excitement, drive to one of eight ski resorts within a 45-mile (72-kilometer) radius of Sandy City. Ski the slopes of world-famous resorts such as Alta or SnowbirdOpens in a new window. Visit Sundance in January to see screenings at the world-class Sundance Film Festival.

Visit Sandy City any time of year. Pack appropriately for hot summers and cold winters.

Where to stay in Sandy

Sandy

South Valley

While you're in South Valley, take in top sights like Cowabunga Bay Water Park or Airborne Trampoline Arena, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Crescent View Station or Kimballs Lane Station.

South Valley
Default Image

Granite

If you're spending some time in Granite, Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Dimple Dell Regional Park are top sights worth seeing.

Granite
Default Image

White City

When in White City, you can plan a visit to Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and Dimple Dell Nature Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

White City
Default Image

Pepperwood

While Pepperwood might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dimple Dell Nature Park and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium.

Pepperwood
Default Image

Sandy Historic District

Even though there aren't top sights in Sandy Historic District, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like America First Field. Jump on the metro at Historic Sandy Station to see more of the city.

Sandy Historic District
Default Image

Granite Ridge

Though Granite Ridge might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and America First Field.

Granite Ridge
Best Western Plus CottonTree Inn

Best Western Plus CottonTree Inn

2.5 out of 5
10695 Auto Mall Dr, Sandy, UT
The price is ¥15,014 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
¥15,014
¥17,569 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sandy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Best Western Plus CottonTree Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandy - South Salt Lake City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandy - South Salt Lake City by IHG

2.5 out of 5
10680 South Auto Mall Drive, Sandy, UT
The price is ¥13,006 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥13,006
¥15,480 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sandy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The room was nice and upgraded. Only downside in the room was a loose tile. The hotel lobby, main hallway, and elevator seemed it needed updated. The elevator had a terrible smell (maybe due to lots of pool use and guests getting in wet since the pool was right across from the elevator). The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandy - South Salt Lake City by IHG
Hampton Inn Salt Lake City/Sandy

Hampton Inn Salt Lake City/Sandy

2.5 out of 5
10690 S Holiday Park Dr, Sandy, UT
The price is ¥12,391 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
¥12,391
¥14,501 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sandy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"close to shopping and restaurants as well as entertainment venues, bed is comfortable would like a fan in the bathroom"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hampton Inn Salt Lake City/Sandy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Ivy Cottage in Little Cottonwood, Sandy Utah

The Ivy Cottage in Little Cottonwood, Sandy Utah

Sandy
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Sandy. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (263 reviews)
"It was smaller then the pictures made it look. My husband kept hitting his head on the ceilings. We got in the hot tube but there was so many chemicals it hurt our eyes and made us cough the whole time. It was very beautiful and peaceful. They really think about a lot of things you might need."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

The Ivy Cottage in Little Cottonwood, Sandy Utah
Entire Modern Basement Apt in Sandy—1 min to I-15

Entire Modern Basement Apt in Sandy—1 min to I-15

Sandy
Stay at this vacation home in Sandy. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and South Towne Center ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
"This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean and nice decor. Very convenient location. Will stay here again the next time I am in the area."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Entire Modern Basement Apt in Sandy—1 min to I-15
All Year Heated Pool, King Beds, Large Apartment,  Ski & Hiking,  Mountain View

All Year Heated Pool, King Beds, Large Apartment, Ski & Hiking, Mountain View

Sandy
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Sandy. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Dimple Dell Regional Park and Dimple ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"Grandma’s vacation with the kids was pretty perfect. Inside the apartment was clean with appropriately nice furnishings. The kitchen was well stocked with tools, dishes and pots and pans. Stan was quick to help with any questions. I did notice that there were no patio umbrellas as shown in the photos. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

All Year Heated Pool, King Beds, Large Apartment, Ski & Hiking, Mountain View
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Cities near Sandy