Once a center for silver mining, Park City transformed itself in the mid-twentieth century to a world-class ski destination. Park City Ski Area, Deer Valley Resort and The Canyons are all within minutes of town. Park City was one of the major centerpieces of the 2002 Winter Olympics. Restaurants and shops are numerous in the very scenic downtown area. In the summer, Park City remains a very popular destination. Year round cultural events, such as the renowned Sundance Film Festival in February, bring a wide selection of international travelers to Park City. Best Western Park City Utah.
Things to do in Park City
Deer Valley Resort
Renowned for service and mountain grooming, Deer Valley provides visitors with a truly world class winter vacation experience. During the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, the Slalom, Freestyle Mogul and Aerial events will be held here. Call 435-649-1000 for more information.
Kimball Art Center
This complete center for the visual arts with both gallery and studio space features traveling exhibits as well as art and craft workshops. Call 435-645-5135 for more information.
528 Main, Park City, UT
Park City Mountain Resort
With direct lift access to Park City's Main Street, Park City Mountain Resort is truly in the heart of Park City. It is the site of the Giant Slalom competition and all Snowboard competitions of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Call 435-649-8111 for more information.
Park City Silver Mine Adventure
This adventure highlights the areas rich mining history with exhibits and tours located in an actual silver mine shaft 1,500 feet underground, including simulated blasts and drilling. Call 435-649-8011 for more information.
Snowbasin Ski Area
This area will be host to the Downhill, Combined Downhill and Super G, all held at the Olympic Alpine Area at Snowbasin Ski Area.
Soldier Hollow
Located in the Wasatch Mountain State Park, Soldier Hollow is the venue for the Cross Country Skiing, Nordic Combined and Biathlon events at the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Call 435-654-1791 for more information.
The Canyons Resort
This ski resort is the 5th largest by acreage in the US. The Canyons offers skiing on terrain that will please all levels of skiers and snowboarders. Call 435-649-5400 for more information.
The Homestead
Located in the Heber Valley, the Homestead's landmark hot springs crater was the main attraction 100 years ago. Today the Homestead features a full resort with scuba diving, cross country skiing and winter sleigh rides. Call 435-654-1102 for more information.
Utah Olympic Park
This 389-acre park at Bear Hollow is the site of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games Bobsleigh, Luge, Skeleton and Nordic Jumping competitions. During the summer, ski jumpers work on technique by landing on plastic runways and landing zones. Freestyle aerialists practice their twists and jumps and land in the parks 750,000-gallon training pool.
Utah Winter Sports Park
Located outside of Park City, this Park is key in Utah's quest to become the winter sports capital. The park features four ski jumps, a summer and winter free-style aerial jump, a bobsled-luge run and a half-pipe for snowboarding. Visitors can be passengers on a four-person bobsled run or try the "Ice Rocket," a one-person luge run. The Winter Sports Park is open year-round so the public can watch winter and summer U.S. Ski Team training session. Call 435-658- 4200 for more information.