West University Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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![Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center showing modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30452-Fleischmann-Planetarium-And-Science-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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![Rancho San Rafael Park which includes landscape views, autumn leaves and rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30431-Rancho-San-Rafael-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Popular places to visit
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Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center
Discover the secrets of the universe and enjoy the audiovisual experience of a lifetime at this superb planetarium.
![Rancho San Rafael Park which includes a garden and autumn leaves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30424-Rancho-San-Rafael-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rancho San Rafael Park
Tick all the boxes at this scenic park which boasts a museum, arboretum, botanical gardens and children’s playground as well as miles of adventurous hiking trails.
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Nevada Historical Society
Learn about the unique history of the Silver State from prehistoric times right up to the recent past at Nevada’s oldest museum.
![Wilbur D. May Center featuring dangerous animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/215000/215036-Wilbur-D-May-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wilbur D. May Center
Take the whole family on a day of discovery at this museum and botanical garden, where curious artifacts from around the globe bring faraway cultures to life.
University of Nevada-Reno
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Nevada-Reno during your travels in Reno. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Lawlor Events Center
Catch an event at Lawlor Events Center during your trip to Reno.
Activities
![Picture 1 for Activity Reno: Gangs and Gamblers Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48348337/fe3c0f56-eb79-40e1-97f7-3049a7f95d89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Reno: Gangs and Gamblers Haunted Walking Tour
![Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49109722/7bd2e300-3385-4f6a-9bdb-19d403eea7b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket
Our pick of the best West University Hotel Deals
![Canyon Flats Condos By Barsala](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84360000/84352600/84352531/c395535b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2024
![Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10400000/10397000/10396914/30e7f0ac_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/919000/918980/6ddd565b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025
![Barsala At Canyon Flats](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90180000/90177800/90177736/d11c236c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Jan. 2025
![Reno 3 King Beds Close to Downtown with Large Yard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74070000/74061100/74061056/8f181d1c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024
![Close to Downtown Reno, easy drive to Tahoe, spacious house overlooking Reno!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100529000/100528908/3344cd8f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West University
![Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/215000/215071-Terry-Lee-Wells-Nevada-Discovery-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Reno
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.
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Old Southwest
While visiting Old Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Riverwalk District and Truckee River.
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University District
If you're spending some time in University District, Lawlor Events Center and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.
![Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/214000/214036-Reno.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Midtown
Midtown might not have many top sights, but National Automobile Museum and Riverwalk District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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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.
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Northwest Reno
If you're spending some time in Northwest Reno, Rancho San Rafael Park and East Keystone Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.