Sandy, UT

Travel Guide

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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

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South Valley

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

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Granite

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Sandy
Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Sandy
3 out of 5
9685 South Monroe Street, Sandy, UT
$134 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$157 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sandy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Only collected garbage and made the beds once during a weeks stay"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Sandy
Best Western Plus CottonTree Inn
Best Western Plus CottonTree Inn
2.5 out of 5
10695 Auto Mall Dr, Sandy, UT
$102 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$119 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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
$81 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$94 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good size room. Good breakfast"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandy - South Salt Lake City by IHG
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! (259 reviews)
Nice place
"It was comfortable"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

The Ivy Cottage in Little Cottonwood, Sandy Utah
Cozy home w/heated pool, hot tub & steam shower
Cozy home w/heated pool, hot tub & steam shower
Sandy
Stay at this vacation home in Sandy. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Paddle Wasatch and America First Field are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Fantastic stay for a busy birthday weekend
"We stayed here to celebrate my god-daughter's birthday and it was perfect. The pool and hot tub were amazing. The location was fantastic and convenient. We are definitely bookmarking this one to rent again next time!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Cozy home w/heated pool, hot tub & steam shower
***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***
***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***
Sandy
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sandy. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
Nice house, nice area
"We enjoyed the theater room and the pool table the most, stayed just one night with a group of friends from out of town who came in for a friends wedding."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***
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.

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Reviews of Sandy

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
151
5 - Excellent 45%
4 - Good
135
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 12%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Really enjoyed my staÿ

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

During the current Coronavirus pandemic, people were everywhere, not practicing social distancing. So much traffic when people are supposed to be staying home. My hotel was awesome, but I will never return to Utah again. Worst drivers ever.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Close to all the best stores

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Convenient location but no culture or history just strip mall, restaurants and hotels

3/5 - Okay

GNL

Basic anywhere USA suburb.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is a stunningly beautiful part of the world with amazingly friendly people and a lifetime of outdoor options to explore.

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