Mountain town in Utah, United States
Park City
Historic mining town turned ski resort, 40 minutes from Salt Lake City, with Main Street dining and mountain biking in summer. Very expensive; no coworking, and a car helps in winter and off-season.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$5,200–7,500Comfortable, one person · $5,200–7,500Details
- Value for money3/100Better value than 2% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJan–Mar, Jul–SepWarmest: Jul, 29°CDetails
- Internet307 MbpsFixed broadband, United States medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is safe and clean.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$200–400Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundUberWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards accepted almost everywhere; carry small cash for tips.Details
Where to stay in Park City
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Main Street / Old Town | Walkable historic strip with restaurants, bars and shops |
| Canyons Village | Ski base area for the Park City Mountain side |
| Prospector | Cheaper rentals near Main Street and trails |
| Kimball Junction | Shops, supermarkets and Utah Olympic Park access |
Apps that work in Park City
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| DoorDash | Limited restaurants; mostly Kimball Junction and Main Street |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: iMessage/SMS
- Transit: real-time public transport in most cities
- OpenTable: restaurant reservations
- Taxis: Free buses beat rideshare in town. Pre-book airport transfers; taxis and shuttles are more reliable than apps.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in United States.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards accepted almost everywhere; carry small cash for tips.
- ATMs: Bank ATMs charge foreign cards about US$3–5; standalone ATMs in shops often more. Decline the ATM's currency conversion.
- Tipping: Expected: 18–20% at sit-down restaurants, 15–20% for taxis and rideshare, US$1–2 per bar drink, US$2–5 per night for hotel housekeeping.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay are widely accepted. Venmo, Cash App and Zelle generally need a US bank account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Visa Waiver travellers need an approved ESTA (US$40) before departure; apply only at esta.cbp.dhs.gov, ideally 72+ hours ahead.
- CBP has proposed making five years of social-media identifiers mandatory on ESTA; check the form's current questions and answer truthfully.
- Presidential proclamations since June 2025 restrict entry for nationals of a growing list of countries; check travel.state.gov before booking.
Emergency numbers
Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type A, B · 120 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs at carrier stores, Walmart and Target, roughly US$25–50 for 30 days; no ID usually needed. A travel eSIM is easiest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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