Explore the lakeside setting in Sandy
Enjoy the churches and other features of Sandy. Renowned for its lake, football matches and skiing, this city welcomes all visitors. Snowbird Ski Resort and Park City Mountain Resort are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around Sandy
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Sandy a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Snowbird Ski Resort (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
- Park City Mountain Resort (17.5 mi / 28.1 km)
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (1.5 mi / 2.3 km)
- Cowabunga Bay Water Park (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
- Thanksgiving Point (10.7 mi / 17.3 km)
- Tracy Aviary (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
Exploring the mountains and other natural features in Sandy
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Sandy is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Big Cottonwood Canyon (9.4 mi / 15.2 km)
- Sugar House Park (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Ashton Gardens (10.4 mi / 16.7 km)
- Liberty Park (11.5 mi / 18.5 km)
- This is the Place Heritage Park (12.2 mi / 19.6 km)
- Pioneer Park (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
Seasonal weather in Sandy
Sandy is well known for its skiing. To make the most of the cold weather activities, you might consider visiting in April, January, March or February, when snowfall averages 24 cm and temperatures average -1°C.
Transport options to and around Sandy
The nearest airport is in Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), located 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Provo, UT (PVU), which is 26.3 mi (42.3 km) away.
You can get around Sandy by catching a ride on the metro at Sandy Expo Station, Historic Sandy Station or Sandy Civic Center Station.