Reno Attractions
Reno (pop. 133,850), "the biggest little city in the world", lies in western Nevada. A rather smaller edition of Las Vegas, it allows visitors to get married or divorced and lose their money just as expeditiously as in the larger city.
Reno boasts of having over 5 million visitors a year come to their city to enjoy the multitude of entertainment options. Reno also makes a good base if you are planning to visit Lake Tahoe, located 45 minutes away.
Reno boasts of having over 5 million visitors a year come to their city to enjoy the multitude of entertainment options. Reno also makes a good base if you are planning to visit Lake Tahoe, located 45 minutes away.
National Automobile Museum
Car enthusiasts will want to be sure to visit the National Automobile Museum in Reno. The museum has cars from vintage right through to modern and features traveling exhibits. The museum is divided into four galleries: 1890's-1910, teens - 1930's, 1930's - 1950's, and 1950's and beyond.
All values are in United States Dollars
National Automobile Museum
William F. Harrah Foundation, 10 Lake Street South
Reno, NV 89501-1558
United States
William F. Harrah Foundation, 10 Lake Street South
Reno, NV 89501-1558
United States
Phone 1 (775) 333-9300
Fax 1 (775) 333-9309
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 16:00 |
| Adult | $ 10.00 |
| Senior over 62 | $ 8.00 |
| Child 6-18 | $ 4.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Parking
Free
Animal Ark
Friends of animals will want to stop by the Animal Ark, just outside Reno. It is here that a dedicated staff helps non-releasable wildlife survive in a rural setting. Spread out over 38 acres, the Animal Ark allows visitors to see the wildlife in their natural settings through glass partitions. The animal collection is quite diverse, ranging from tortoises to cheetahs.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Always opened on:
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
| Adult | $ 8.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Senior over 60 | $ 6.00 |
| Child 2 & under | FREE |
Boomtowns Family Fun Center
For a fun afternoon of noise and amusement when in Reno, look no further that the Boomtowns Family Fun Center. Here visitors will find over 200 video and arcade games, a 3D movie theater, a miniature golf course, and antique carousel. For the more adventurous, there is the Rodeo Rider rock-climbing wall. Boomtowns Family Fun Center is easily accessible off Interstate 80 at exit 4.
Boomtown's Family Fun Center
Box 399
Verdi, NV 89439-0399
United States
Box 399
Verdi, NV 89439-0399
United States
Phone 1 (702) 345-6000
Fax 1 (702) 345-8665
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Nevada Historical Society Museum
The Nevada Historical Society Museum in Reno is one of Nevada's oldest museum. The Nevada Historical Society Museum was founded in 1904 and has been going strong ever since. Some of the permanent exhibits include "Living on the Land", "Neon Nights", and "Riches of the Earth".
Nevada Historical Society Museum
1650 North Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89503-1799
United States
1650 North Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89503-1799
United States
Phone 1 (775) 688-1190
Fax 1 (775) 688-2917
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Nevada Museum of Art
Fans of art who are visiting Reno will want to stop in at the Nevada Museum of Art. Considered one of the finest art museums in the state, the Nevada Museum of Art, features its own unique collections and frequently hosts national and international traveling exhibitions. Of particular note in the permanent collection is the work by E.L. Wiegand and the Sierra Nevada/Great Basin works.
All values are in United States Dollars
Nevada Museum of Art
160 West Liberty Street
Reno, NV 89501-1921
United States
160 West Liberty Street
Reno, NV 89501-1921
United States
Phone 1 (775) 329-3333
Fax 1 (775) 329-1541
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 20:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Adult | $ 10.00 |
| Senior over 60 | $ 8.00 |
| Students | $ 8.00 |
| Child 6-12 | $ 1.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Parking
Free
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Wheelchair loan or rental
Wheelchair loan or rental
Pioneer Center
The Pioneer Center in Reno is this city's premier performing arts center. The center hosts a wide variety of performing artists ranging from opera to ballet to rock concerts. The Pioneer Center posts all the upcoming events on its website, be sure to check it out to see what's playing when you are in town.
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
100 South Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89501-1921
United States
100 South Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89501-1921
United States
Phone 1 (775) 686-6610
Fax 1 (775) 686-6630
Reno Arch (current)
Lighting up the night sky as it towers over Virginia Street and Commercial Row in the entertainment district is the Reno Arch. The sign reads: Reno - The Biggest Little City In The World.
Reno Arch (original)
The old Reno Arch that once graced Virginia Street and Commercial Row in Reno is now located by the National Automobile museum. It is one of three arches that have been created since 1926.
Riverboat Hotel
The Riverboat Hotel is located in Reno. This large hotel complex offers all the amenities visitors would expect to find in a resort hotel. The Riverboat has multiple restaurants and features regular performances by talented entertainers. This can be a fun place even if you are not staying here.
Sierra Safari Zoo
The Sierra Safari Zoo in Reno makes for an excellent family outing. Here visitors will find a wonderful collection of native and exotic animals from around the world. The zoo has three main focus areas: reptiles, mammals, and birds. One of the zoo's main attractions is Claude, an African lion.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Adult | $ 7.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Senior over 55 | $ 6.00 |
| Child 2 & under | FREE |
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