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Park City, Beyond The Slopes

Check out our Park City guide to food, culture, and unique winter experiences you don't want to miss. We're introducing a thoughtful way to experience Park City, Utah.

Food & Drink

Park City's food scene is intimate, ingredient-driven, and quietly excellent.

High West Distillery | Old Town

What it is: A nationally recognized whiskey distillery housed in a restored historic livery stable.

Why it's a great choice: Fireside seating, craft cocktails, and a true sense of place; no expertise required.

Time commitment: 1.5–2 hours

Best for: Couples, groups

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Fox School of Wine | Kimball Junction

What it is: Wine tastings and entertaining tours led by professional sommeliers.

Why it's a great choice: Sophisticated, social, and entirely indoors, ideal for winter afternoons.

Time commitment: About 2 hours

Best for: Couples, solo travelers, small groups

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Gourmand Tours | Park City

What it is: Guided culinary walking tours highlighting Park City's best restaurants and local stories.

Why it's a great choice: Zero planning, maximum payoff. You eat well and learn the town in one experience.

Time commitment: About 3 hours

Best for: First-time visitors, couples, groups

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Creative & Hands-on Experiences

Park City's creative scene invites you to slow down. Learn something new, make something by hand, and spend an afternoon immersed in craft.

Deer Valley Creative Academy

What it is: Art, culinary, and craft workshops hosted at Deer Valley Resort.

Why it's a great choice: Skill-based, relaxed, and memorable; no athletic pressure required.

Time commitment: 1–3 hours (varies by class)

Best for: Couples, solo travelers

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Gem Studio | Park City

What it is: Jewelry-making and gemstone workshops led by professional designers.

Why it's a great choice: You leave with a custom piece; an experience and a keepsake in one.

Time commitment: 2–3 hours

Best for: Couples, friends

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Rooted In Place

Some of Park City's most memorable experiences are rooted in land, tradition, and a slower pace of life, shaped by where you are, not what you're chasing.

Ballerina Farm | Heber Valley

What it is: A working farm known worldwide for traditional foodways, craftsmanship, and rural life.

Why it's a great choice: This is authentic Utah: slow, grounded, and deeply rooted in place. A visit here offers a glimpse into a way of life shaped by skill, simplicity, and connection to the land.

Time commitment: Half day

Best for: Couples, families, photographers

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Skijoring Utah | Winter Spectator Event

What it is: A winter event where horses pull skiers through a timed obstacle course; equal parts sport and Western tradition.

Why it's a great choice: You dont participate, you watch. It's fast, surprising, and unmistakably Western, offering a memorable cultural experience without physical effort.

Time commitment: 1–2 hours

Best for: Groups, adventure-curious travelers

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Swaner Preserve & EcoCenter

What it is: A protected wetland preserve offering seasonal programs, guided walks, and educational events.

Why it's a great choice: Quiet, restorative, and uncrowded. This is a softer expression of Utah’s landscape, perfect for slowing down and spending time outdoors without pressure.

Time commitment: 1–2 hours

Best for: Couples, solo travelers

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Rest & Restore

Unwind and recharge with restorative Park City experiences.

The Homestead Crater

The Homestead Crater is a naturally heated geothermal spring tucked inside a limestone dome. Scuba, snorkel, or soak in its 10,000-year-old mineral hot spring. It's restorative, atmospheric, and entirely unlike anywhere else.

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