Staying in Provo?

Forbes Magazine ranked Provo No. 6 in its annual survey of the best cities for business and careers. Published May 9, 2003

Provo, Utah

Bordered by Utah Lake and majestic Mount Timpanogos, Provo provides a variety of opportunities for recreation and leisure. Zion's, Arches, and Bryce Canyon National Parks are all within driving distance of Provo. In addition you will find many city and canyon parks, museums, and one of the nations largest Fourth of July celebration. Easy access is available to Seven Peaks Resort, Provo River, Utah Lake and other nearby state reservoirs for Sporting Events and Activities. You will find quality Lodging, in a broad price range, excellent Dining and opportunities to Shop till you drop. Enjoy your stay and take advantage of year round activities available to you in Provo.
Provo City, www.provo.org

Lodging

As Provo's businesses and academic institutions grow, more and more excellent places of lodging are built. To see a comprehensive list of lodging near BYU, click here.

Dining

Due to a wide variety of cultures and people with experiences gained from around the world, a plethora of restaurants are represented in Provo. Click here to see a list compiled by Provo City.

History

Under the direction of Brigham Young, Provo City was settled by Mormon pioneers in the Spring of 1849. John S. Higbee led 33 families (150 People) from Salt Lake City to the Provo area, a difficult three day travel. On April 3, 1849, the pioneers started construction of a fort on the south bank of the Provo River three miles east of Utah Lake. In 1850, the settlers moved east toward higher ground. Blocks of four acres were surveyed and divided into parcels for home sites. Provo City became the county seat for Utah County on January 31, 1850.
John Clifton Moffitt, The Story of Provo Utah, Press Publishing Co. 1975