Things to do
Reno is small enough to understand in an afternoon and strange enough to be worth the effort. The city ends abruptly in every direction, which is the thing most visitors underestimate.
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Outdoor Adventure
ATVs, horseback rides, gliders and back-country trips in the high desert and Sierra foothills.
On the Water
Rafting and kayaking the Truckee River through downtown, plus the lakes within reach.
Snow & Winter
Reno is a ski town that does not look like one — a dozen resorts are within an hour and a half.
History & Heritage
Comstock silver, the divorce capital years, and the buildings downtown that remember both.
Food & Drink Tours
Brewery and distillery tours, and the Midtown eating scene that replaced the buffet era.
Sightseeing & City Tours
Getting oriented: the Arch, the river, the murals, and the drive out to the lake.
Shows & Entertainment
Casino showrooms, touring acts, magic and comedy — Reno's stages are small and close.
Family Activities
What to do with kids in a city whose main street is 21-plus after dark.
Wildlife & Nature
Raptors, high-desert ecology and the animals that live where the Sierra meets the Basin.
Cruises & Boat Trips
Sightseeing cruises and private charters on Lake Tahoe, an hour from downtown Reno.
Indoor & Rainy Day
Escape rooms, arcades, VR and city games — what to do when the weather or the smoke closes in.
Day Trips
Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, Carson City and the Black Rock — how far each really is.
Lake Tahoe from Reno
The lake is close enough to be a day trip and big enough to be a separate holiday.
Getting Around
Airport transfers, private drivers, and whether you actually need a car in Reno.