We recently spent a quick weekend in Park City and found as many family friendly things to do in that we could. We discovered that Park City is a great place to take the kids. There were even some free adventures in what we usually label the expensive part of Utah. We can’t wait to head back and find some more, too. Here is our first list of Family Friendly Things to do in Park City.
Olympic Park Museums
There are two museums at Olympic Park and they are both FREE. One is a commemorative museum about the 2002 Salt Lake Olympics filled with memorabilia including once of the torches. The other is a ski museum talking about the history of skiing in the area. We enjoyed both. There are other fun activities at Olympic Park, but they cost and weren’t running during the winter when we visited.
Park City Museum
The Park City Museums sits right on Main Street and is a great stop to learn more about the history of the area. There are some fun, hands-on activities for the kids. We especially loved the jail and mining areas. This museum has a free day once a month, so check their calendar. Otherwise the cost is $12/adult, and $5/kid, 6 and under are free.
Willow Creek Park
Our kids love a good playground, and Willow Creek park was definitely a winner. The playground was recently updated with a more accessible playground and new equipment. There are tons of places to play, including swings, climbing, slides, music toys, and more. There is also a huge dog park for those of you who love taking your dogs to the park.
Poison Creek Trail
The Poison Creek Trail has it all: parks, creeks, murals, music and sculptures. Best of all, this trail is stroller friendly. It runs parallel to Main Street in Park City and is easy and fun for any family.
Davanza’s
We ate some of the best pizza ever at Davanza’s in Park City. The service was quick and friendly, and the pizza slices were huge. Our kids also loved the fry sauce at this restaurant. The prices were affordable, too. This is a great family-friendly restaurant.
Java Cow
If you need a yummy treat while in Park City, make sure to get some ice cream at Java Cow. This little cafe also has breakfast and lunch items, as well as coffee. The ice cream is all natural and homemade right in house, and it is delicious!
McPolin Farm
When you drive in to Park City, you will most likely see the McPolin Farm and in the summer, it’s large American Flag. It has become an iconic spot in Utah. This is a free adventure where you can walk around the farm and peek into the buildings. There is a short hike with nature signs behind the farm, too, that is great for families.
Park City Mountain Resort Activities
These activities are pricey, but they are so fun and memorable. We love the Alpine Slide and Mountain Coaster. Both are fun in summer and amazing in Fall.
Swaner Preserve and Eco Center
This is a free nature area to visit. There is a small museum with information about birds and wildlife in the surrounding area. It is especially great for young kids because there are tons of hands-on activities inside. There is a short boardwalk trail behind the building to see the ponds and wetlands. We also drove over to the other side and walked a short trail.
Park City Library
This library blew us away! There is so much to do inside the library including reading in some fun spots. They have puzzles, crafts, video games, and guinea pigs. The Park City library also features a local artist’s artwork on the second story, and the exhibits change every few months. We loved relaxing in this library.
CREATE PC: A Local Collective
This is a great family-friendly art museum in Park City. This is a museum that showcases art from local artists. We enjoyed walking through the different styles of art and finding favorites. And it was neat that so much of the art focused on Park City or the outdoors around there.
Hikes that are Nearby
These hikes aren’t inside the Park City limits, but both are close to the city and are fun for families.
