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Popular places to visit

Nevada Museum of Art

Nevada Museum of Art

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Nevada Museum of Art during your trip to Reno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Nevada Museum of Art
Peppermill

Peppermill

With 10 restaurants, more than a dozen bars and lounges, a spa, 1,500 slot machines and 48 gaming tables, this Tuscan-themed resort is an entertainment haven.

Peppermill
Reno-Sparks Convention Center

Reno-Sparks Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Reno-Sparks Convention Center during your trip to Reno. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Reno-Sparks Convention Center
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe

Hit the slopes at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe during your trip to Reno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Riverwalk District

Riverwalk District

During your trip to Reno, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Riverwalk District. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Riverwalk District
National Bowling Stadium which includes a sporting event and interior views

National Bowling Stadium

Experience the excitement of one of America’s favourite pastimes at this iconic stadium in the heart of glittering Reno.

National Bowling Stadium

Activities

Hear voices from the beyond at the Underground Theater.

Reno Ghosts Tour

AU$40
per adult
Reno Ghosts Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Reno: Gangs and Gamblers Haunted Walking Tour

Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

AU$37
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Puzzling Adventure

Reno Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
Reno Puzzling Adventure
Reno: XD Theater admission

Reno: XD Theater admission

AU$15
per adult
Reno: XD Theater admission
Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket

Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket

AU$38
per adult
Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket
Downtown Reno Tour

Downtown Reno Tour

AU$84
per adult
Downtown Reno Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Southwest Hotel Deals

Plaza Resort Club

Plaza Resort Club

3.5 out of 5
121 West Street, Reno, NV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$221 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$221
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Reno. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour business center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Cleanest hotel in Reno! This hotel has a 80’s Reno vibe but in the best ways. Large but with an intimate feel, quiet, clean indoor pool, large rooms, great water pressure, comfy big beds, free coffee and billiards, free internet, lots of common area space to relax, onsite parking, close to the Row ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Plaza Resort Club
Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center

Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center

2 out of 5
1885 S Virginia St, Reno, NV
The price is AU$96 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$96
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Reno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
5.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Easy to get to. The parking is not good at this property. If you have a full size truck it is hard to park."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
< 2 Mi to Dtwn: Reno Gem w/ Rooftop Patio!

< 2 Mi to Dtwn: Reno Gem w/ Rooftop Patio!

3.5 out of 5
Reno
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Reno. Enjoy free parking, balconies, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino are ...
Lovely place to stay
"We enjoyed our stay very much. We were there for 3 nights for ski. The house was very clean, modern, and spacious. We felt very comfortable and relaxed to stay. The location was good, too. We will definitely return again."

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2024

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< 2 Mi to Dtwn: Reno Gem w/ Rooftop Patio!
Rustic 2-Bedroom walking distance to Downtown

Rustic 2-Bedroom walking distance to Downtown

Reno
The price is AU$363 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$363
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Reno. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and balconies. Popular attractions Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
Staycation
"My stay was very nice. The room was not as updated as the pictures show. You can see updates in the room. The room is very nice, very spacious. It suited its purpose for what I needed it for and I would stay again."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Rustic 2-Bedroom walking distance to Downtown
Half-mi to Riverwalk: Midtown Reno Oasis!

Half-mi to Riverwalk: Midtown Reno Oasis!

3 out of 5
Reno
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Reno. Enjoy a garden, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Very nice clean space in a wonderful area. Very cute space that is well maintained and has everything I needed. Close to a lot of amenities, downtown was in walking distance!"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

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Half-mi to Riverwalk: Midtown Reno Oasis!
Charming Family 2BR Midtown Reno - Pets Welcome

Charming Family 2BR Midtown Reno - Pets Welcome

3 out of 5
1036 Litch Ct, Reno, NV
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Reno. Enjoy in-room washers/dryers, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peppermill and Grand ...
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Charming Family 2BR Midtown Reno - Pets Welcome
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest

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Cal Ave District

While there might not be top attractions in Cal Ave District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino.

Cal Ave District
Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum

Midtown

Midtown might not have many top sights, but Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Midtown
Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum featuring signage

Downtown Reno

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Reno is beloved for its first-class casinos. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium.

Downtown Reno
Nevada Historical Society showing a garden

West University

If you're spending some time in West University, Great Basin Adventure and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.

West University
Nevada Historical Society showing a garden

University District

If you're spending some time in University District, Mackay Stadium and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.

University District
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Northeast Reno

If you're spending some time in Northeast Reno, Reno Livestock Events Center and Greater Nevada Field are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Reno

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