Downtown Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Commercial Row

You can find out about the history of Truckee with a stop at Commercial Row. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Commercial Row
Northstar California Resort showing a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people

Northstar California Resort

5/5(1 review)

Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.

Northstar California Resort
Donner Lake

Donner Lake

4/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Donner Lake
Sugar Bowl which includes snow and heritage architecture

Sugar Bowl Resort

Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sugar Bowl Resort
Donner Memorial State Park

Donner Memorial State Park

Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Donner Memorial State Park
Sugar Bowl which includes snow and heritage architecture

Sugar Bowl

This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.

Sugar Bowl

Activities

Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor

Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor

AU$235
per adult
Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

AU$19
per traveller
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path

Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path

AU$157
per adult
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
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Our pick of the best Downtown Truckee Hotel Deals

West River House
West River House
2 out of 5
10101 West River St, Truckee, CA
The price is AU$162 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Donner Lake ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (179 reviews)
"The other hotel guests were quiet and I was able to sleep well on my day off from work. I recommend room 13 for those guests that want privacy. Fyi, one can save money at this property by booking a "communal room"."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

West River House
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
4.5 out of 5
111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV
The price is AU$361 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$361
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Incline Village. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"One of the beautiful parts of our wonderful country we have ever visited."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Pepper Tree Inn
Pepper Tree Inn
3 out of 5
645 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
The price is AU$154 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, nice location and affordable pricing! Short drive to ski resorts. Would come back."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Pepper Tree Inn
Deer Path
Deer Path
3 out of 5
1601 Deer Path, Truckee, CA
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Truckee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Northstar California Resort ...
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Deer Path
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$270 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$270
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Nice room Attentive friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
evo Hotel Tahoe City
evo Hotel Tahoe City
3.5 out of 5
455 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
The price is AU$231 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$231
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Truckee

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Gateway

While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coyote Moon Golf Course and Commercial Row.

Gateway
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Olympic Heights

When in Olympic Heights, you can plan a visit to Old Greenwood Golf Course and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Olympic Heights
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Prosser Lake Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Prosser Lake Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing and Old Greenwood.

Prosser Lake Heights
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Sugar Pine Estate

While there might not be top attractions in Sugar Pine Estate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing and Old Greenwood.

Sugar Pine Estate
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Union Mills

Union Mills might not have many top sights, but Glenshire Elementary School Park and Truckee River Wildlife Area are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Union Mills
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Northstar Village

While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.

Northstar Village

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