While Park City is known as a great base for skiing and snowboarding, it’s also a beautiful place to visit in summer, offering golf courses and 400 miles (644 kilometres) of public trails to explore on foot or horseback, or by bike. In January, this mountain community in the state of Utah swells with an influx of cinema buffs attending the Sundance Film Festival.
Stay at one of the many ski resorts and enjoy a wide range of winter activities. Although Park City has a shorter snow season than some other ski areas, its snow fields are easy to access and its facilities are excellent.
Take a trip to Utah Olympic Park and book a bobsled ride on the luge track used in the 2002 Winter Olympics. In winter, the sled is on blades and travels up to 80 miles (128 kilometres) per hour. In summer it travels on wheels and is a bit slower, but still reaches speeds of 70 miles (112 kilometres) per hour.
Thrill seekers should also visit the nearby AlpineSlide, which operates in both summer and winter. It’s one of the longest slides in the world.
If you prefer to be more in control, take a ride on the Alpine Coaster. An automated lift system takes you to the top of a track and then sends you down the mountain in a toboggan-style car equipped with a handbrake so you can manage the speed. If you visit Park City in summer, book a spot on the Xtreme Zip zip line and experience a 435-foot (132-metre) vertical drop.
Back in the centre of town, visit some of the cultural attractions, such as the Park City Museum, which offers walking tours of the historic district. In summer, Park City hosts the Kimball Arts Festival, one of the best of its kind in the country.
Park City is accessible by car or bus. Once within the city, visitors typically walk or drive between attractions. There are free bus services between major resorts and attractions, and a trolley that connects the Old Town Transit Centre to Main Street.
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Deer Valley
The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Deer Valley. A stop by Silver Lake Express Lift or Deer Valley Resort might round out your trip.
North Park City
North Park City is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and stunning ski slopes. You might also want to check out attractions like Park City Golf Club or Prospector Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Park City
The ample dining options and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Park City. A stop by Main Street or Egyptian Theatre might round out your trip.
Canyons Village at Park City
Canyons Village at Park City is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and stunning ski slopes. You might also want to check out attractions like Red Pine Gondola or Cabriolet Ski Lift while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Park City Base Area
While visiting Park City Base Area, you might make a stop by sights like Payday Express Lift and First Time Ski Lift.
Kimball Junction
The abundant dining options and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Kimball Junction. A stop by Tanger Outlet Center or Snyderville Basin Recreation Center might round out your trip.
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Popular places to visit
Park City Mountain Resort
Professional skiers swear by it. Local residents revere it. Even kids can’t get enough; that’s the power of Park City Mountain Resort.
Main Street
During your trip to Park City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Main Street. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Utah Olympic Park
Catch an event at Utah Olympic Park and enjoy other activities in Park City such as skiing.Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Woodward Park City
Hit the slopes in Summit Park with a visit to Woodward Park City. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Town Ski Lift
Enjoy a trip to Town Ski Lift and popular activities such as skiing in Park City. In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
Tanger Outlet Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Tanger Outlet Center during your visit to Gorgosa. In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.