Visitors often wonder about the difference between Jackson, Wyoming and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Jackson Hole refers to a 48-mile long valley surrounded by high mountains and includes the towns of Jackson, Kelly, Moose, Moran, Wilson and Teton Village.
Home to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Teton Village offers a variety of higher-end Jackson Hole hotels and attractions, such as, ski-in, ski-out lodging, restaurants, bars, cafes and activity-specific shopping. Teton Village is located 12 miles from the town of Jackson, with public transportation available between the two locations.
The town of Jackson, Wyoming is located toward the southern end of the valley of Jackson Hole. The town of Jackson offers countless opportunities for shopping, dining, and nightlife along with multiple Jackson Hole hotel and lodging options. The heart of the town of Jackson is the town square with its notable antler arch entrance. Every summer, the Town Square is home to the world's longest running shoot-out. During the winter, the Town Square becomes a winter wonderland with lights in the trees and on the antler arch entrance.
The shops scattered along the western boardwalk range from chic fashion boutiques to souvenir stores and commercial chains. The town of Jackson, Wyoming also offers countless fine art galleries. In fact, Jackson is the fifth nationally recognized arts center in the nation. Take a break from shopping and dine at one of Jackson's many restaurants for every budget and taste. It's been said that more than half of Jackson's residents could eat out every night at the same time and still not fill the area's nearly one hundred restaurants. As evening falls on the antler arches of the town square, visit some of Jackson's world famous watering holes. From truly local hideaways to the more famous nightlife, the town of Jackson has options for every taste.
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