West Valley City
Introduction
Nestled within Salt Lake County as an inner suburb of Salt Lake City, West Valley City offers a blend of community history and modern amenities. You can explore a landscape formed from the merger of four distinct communities: Granger, Hunter, Chesterfield, and Redwood.
During your visit, you can experience the local atmosphere near major venues such as the Maverik Center and the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre.
Getting there
If you are traveling by car, West Valley City is part of the greater Salt Lake City grid system. From the international airport, your most direct route involves taking I-80 East to the first I-215 south exit, continuing south until you reach the exits for 3500 South.
You can also navigate the area using the TRAX light rail line or an extensive bus system operated by the Utah Transit Authority. The Green Line connects West Valley Central Station to downtown Salt Lake City, while various bus routes provide connections to local landmarks such as the Seven Peaks Water Park and nearby shopping centers.
Getting around
Information regarding transportation and local transit options within the area is not provided.
Where to stay
You can find a variety of accommodations throughout the area to suit your needs. Choose from several options located along Decker Lake Drive or nearby locations in the City Center area.
- Country Inn & Suites
- Holiday Inn Express
- Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites
- Best Western West Valley Inn
- Staybridge Suites
- Sleep Inn
- Extended Stay America
- Extended Stay America Select Suites
Food & drink
Explore a diverse culinary landscape along 3500 South, where you can find an array of international flavors ranging from Mexican to Asian cuisines. East of Redwood Road, you can choose between stylish Vietnamese dining featuring bubble teas and lemongrass-infused dishes, traditional pho soup, or a classic American diner experience serving breakfast staples like biscuits and gravy. Further west, your options expand to include Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine with specialty curry noodles, Greek specialties such as gyros and spanakopita, and authentic Mexican favorites like burritos.
For those seeking specific regional flavors, you can find hearty American comfort food featuring meatloaf or hickory smoked ham. Near the Valley Fair Shopping Mall area, your options include Italian dishes, Japanese sushi, and iconic West Coast fast-food burgers made with fresh ingredients. If you are looking for a place to enjoy a drink while catching live entertainment, a comedy club nearby offers open mic nights and performances by touring professionals.
What to see and do
You can experience live entertainment and local sports at the Maverik Center, which serves as a venue for hockey games, concerts, and community events like the Rodeo of '47. For those seeking outdoor recreation, you can spend your time on the fairways at Stonebridge Golf Club.
You can explore various local parks, including Scottsdale Park and West View Park. The area also features several prominent houses of worship, such as Granger Christian Church, Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and West Valley Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Three days in West Valley City
Day one, you can begin your stay by exploring the local area and finding your way around the city center. You can choose to walk through the streets or take a ride on the TRAX system provided by the Utah Transit Authority.
Day two, you can head toward the Maverik Center or visit the Amphitheatre for some entertainment. If you prefer to spend time outdoors, you can travel along Decker Lake Drive.
Day three, you can enjoy a meal of Mexican or Asian cuisine before your departure from West Valley City.