50 things to do in Reno
October 29th, 2007
If you’re looking for entertainment and excitement, then Reno is a great bet, with Downtown Reno topping the list for tourists and locals alike.
- Gamble, gawk and explore the excitement of Downtown Reno.
- Pile into the family cruiser and head to Hot August Nights to remember the days of old rock and roll.
- For an even racier road show, give Street Vibrations a try as more than 30,000 motorcycle enthusiasts roar into town.
- Look! Up in the air! It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s the Great Reno Balloon Race.
- If you’re inspired by the balloons, visit Lake Tahoe Balloons for the ride of a lifetime.
- The Oxbow Nature Study Area is a great place for fishing, hiking, picnicking or just enjoying the great outdoors.
- Bring a bib and head to the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off for family entertainment, great music, and some of the most incredible ribs in the world.
- Idlewild Park offers a break from the heat with roller coasters and water rides.
- Experience an air show like no other in the world at the Reno Air Races, with five days of real air racing.
- The National Bowling Stadium has been dubbed the Taj Mahal of Tenpins and is a must see for all true keglers.
- Car fans will find hours of interest at the National Automobile Museum as they explore the history of cars on scenic streets.
- Kids will be entertained at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum’s Great Basin Adventure, which features a petting zoo and a log ride.
- The 40,000 square foot Fun Quest is a top family attraction that entertains the kid in everyone.
- The Fleischmann Planetarium features large format films and digital star shows.
- If you’re an adventure seeker, contact Sierra Adventures to help you plan the ultimate vacation.
- Gamers will love the history featured at the Liberty Belle Saloon, the most complete museum of slot machines in the world.
- Lake Mansion is listed in both national and state historic registers and offers a beautiful glimpse into the past.
- Virginia Lake is a great vacation spot for people who want to get away from the crowds and spend a day at the beach.
- Northern Nevada’s largest zoo, Sierra Safari Zoo is a must for animal lovers.
- Or enjoy Animal Ark, a sanctuary for wild animals that cannot be released into the wild.
- Galena Creek Park offers outdoor fun year round.
- If you’re thinking about camping then Davis Creek has great campgrounds with amazing vistas.
- Want a really unique desert experience? Try the Nevada Camel Company.
- Fans of the TV series “Bonanza” will love a trip to the Ponderosa Ranch.
- Nearby Virginia City offers a 2.5 mile, 20-minute narrated tour on a trolley.
- Try a paddlewheel tour through Lake Tahoe.
- Nevada Museum of Art provides a healthy dose of culture.
- Win sunken treasure in the desert at Fitzgerald’s Casino.
- If it’s BINGO you want, the Sands Regency is for you.
- Nightlife is an art form and Bahia gives it a Latin beat.
- Or try BuBinga for nightclub entertainment in a posh environment.
- For an unusual picnic, head to the Bowers Mansion.
- Historic Downtown Truckee gives you a taste of the old west.
- Visit one of the most beautiful lakes in the country, Lake Tahoe. Reno’s Airport serves the Lake Tahoe region.
- Antique fans will love Mackay Mansion’s period pieces.
- If a photo is worth a thousand words then the Reno Arch is worth a shot.
- Looking for a great view or skiing? Mt Rose is where you want to be.
- Mark Twain got his start in Reno and the Mark Twain Museum offers unique insights.
- Golfweek magazine has given Lake Ridge Golf Course it’s highest accolades.
- Hit Northgate Golf Club for another round.
- For golf spectators, head out to the Reno-Tahoe Open.
- Rough riders will love the Reno Rodeo Cattle Drive.
- Or try riding yourself at Verdi Trails West.
- Get a customized tour with Art Touring.
- Midway games and circus acts abound at Circus Circus.
- Get married. Vegas doesn’t own the corner on quickie weddings.
- Have dinner at Famous Murphy’s Restaurant Grill and Oyster Bar.
- Learn more about Lake Tahoe at Gatekeeper’s Museum.
- If you’re in Reno at the right time the International Jazz Festival is hopping.
- Fridays in the summer rock with Rolling on the River.
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