Full of funky boutiques, score-filled vintage shops, Burning Man costume emporiums, swanky bistros, art galleries, and cocktail havens, Midtown Reno is the hippest neighborhood around. For an early-morning bite, start at Two Chicks where you'll enjoy award-winning Bloody Mary's and delicious Benedicts. For plant lovers, head over to Natural Selection - a unique and bizarre store celebrating all things nature. There's plenty to do and see for everyone in Midtown Reno!
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Discover Endless Things To Do and See in Reno, NV
Live Like a Local During your Extended Stay
in "The Biggest Little City in the World"
Welcome to Reno, the ultimate destination for adventure and fun! Looking for an outdoor adventure? Or maybe a beautiful Riverwalk? With an array of exciting activities to choose from, you're sure to find something that will make your visit to Reno truly unforgettable.
MidTown Reno
Downtown Reno Riverwalk
Voted America's Top 10 Riverwalk's by USA Today/Travel Leisure, The Downtown Reno Riverwalk, located along the picturesque Truckee River, is a green, sculpture-studded passage lined with local restaurants, coffee shops, and craft beer halls. Local merchants and artisans are proud to welcome you to The Riverwalk District to celebrate the beautiful place where Reno began. Bring your furry friend along for a walk while soaking up the sun and views of some of the city's most beautiful sculptures.
Sundance Books & Music
Take a stroll and discover unique shops, such as Sundance Books & Music where you'll find wide smiles and even wider book selections. Experience this unique bookstore, known as a local Nevada treasure, which was founded back in 1985 and has been serving up literature ever since. Situated between Reno’s Midtown District and Downtown Reno, Sundance Bookstore is a must visit on your next trip to the Silver State.
Family-Friendly Activities
Family-Friendly Activities
No matter what you’re searching for, like zoos, parks, museums, malls, outdoor fun, or delicious food, Reno has it all.
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Fun for Everyone
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The Great Reno Balloon Race
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The Summit Reno
Downtown Reno
Experience the buzz of Downtown Reno located just over a mile from our hotel. Test your luck at some of the town’s biggest casino complexes, discover the newly regenerated riverfront area and photograph the iconic, illuminated arch that welcomes visitors to “The Biggest Little City in the World.”
Hangout at West Street Market, an array of locally owned businesses in an inviting space as well as a welcoming courtyard for families and dogs to feel at home. Experience the various food varieties from either Thali, Sabrina's Kitchen or Squeeze In. The craft cocktail culture thrives in Reno, with a variety of distilleries supplying local bars, offering tasting rooms open to the public and hosting happy hours you can't miss. And in true Reno fashion, many of the locations are dog-friendly!
Local City Tours
Check out the sights and explore Downtown Reno with both guided and self-guided tours. Drink up at local breweries during the Reno Brewery District Tour and learn all about your favorite brews. If you're travelling solo, check out the Downtown Reno Self-Guided Audio Tour! This tour is perfect for those interested in the history and unique culture of Reno.
Outdoor Adventures
Go hiking at the regional parks in Reno, like the Galena Creek Regional Park and Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. If skiing is your go-to, you can always head to Mt Rose Ski Tahoe Resort for swishing across the snow to Lake Tahoe, which offers hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, dozens of beaches, world-renowned downhill and nordic skiing, snow sports of all kinds, and 39 trillion gallons of water to enjoy.
North Lake Tahoe
North Lake Tahoe is all about getting outside and enjoying the fresh, crisp air. Whether it's spending time with your furry friend at the dog-friendly beaches or taking in some of the best downhill mountain biking in the nation located at Northstar, North Lake Tahoe has you covered. With miles and miles of hiking, biking, and exploring you'll love the slower pace of life that North Lake Tahoe exhibits.
Snow Activities
Winter in North Lake Tahoe; a one-of-a-kind experience unified by 12 unique towns, each with an adventurous spirit as deep as the lake itself. From majestic lake views and mountain tops blanketed with pure white snow, to local dining and charming community culture, it’s the perfect time to come enliven your winter spirit.
North Lake Tahoe is home to some of North America’s largest ski resorts, with budget and ability-friendly options for everyone. Hit the slopes with family and friends, with eleven downhill resorts perfect for skiing and snowboarding.
Chickadee Ridge
Northern Nevada is home to some of the best outdoor adventures. Within the beauty of North Lake Tahoe lies the Chickadee Ridge hiking trail. Known for its spectacular views of the lake and mountains, there's something extra special that makes this trail unique. The ridge itself is famously home to a plethora of adorable chickadee birds. If you come prepared, they may even eat out of your hand!
The Space Whale
A popular Reno attraction, The Space Whale is a full scale stained glass humpback whale mother and calf sculpture. Created by Matt Shultz and The Pier Group, this picturesque sculpture is meant to convey a testament to family, relationships with nature and the responsibility to preserve our environment. Currently residing in front of City Hall, this beautiful work of art is definitely worth the visit.
Arts & Culture in Reno
Visit unique museums like the National Automobile Museum, with an extensive collection of vintage and innovative automobiles; The Discovery, where you can learn about science and technology with a hands-on approach; The Nevada Historical Society, one of the oldest museums in the state which collects and preserves Nevada's cultural heritage to make it accessible to everyone.
For art lovers, Nevada Museum of Art, is Nevada’s only accredited museum featuring artist talks, art discussions, and performances. For an immersive cultural experience unlike any other in the Silver State, you'll find both permanent collections and rotating exhibits. Known as the "museum of ideas" by locals alike, there's plenty to see and do during your visit.
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