What to do in Western Nevada, NV

Activities, attractions and tours

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Western Nevada Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Western Nevada has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Western Nevada is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Western Nevada to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Western Nevada Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Western Nevada.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Western Nevada attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Western Nevada


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Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum showing signage

Downtown Reno

3.5/5(79 area reviews)

Discover this major technology center with outdoor recreation activities like skiing and water sports at nearby lakes. Enjoy performances at Pioneer Center, visit Nevada Museum of Art, and explore hotel casinos like Atlantis and Peppermill.

Downtown Reno
Peppermill featuring interior views and heritage elements

Reno/Tahoe Airport

3.5/5(26 area reviews)

The first-class casinos and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Reno/Tahoe Airport. Make a stop by Peppermill or Meadowood Mall while you're exploring the area.

Reno/Tahoe Airport
This picturesque River Walk features beautiful flowers that adorn the walking bridge. It is surrounded by a dense wooded area that's framed by the peaks of the Truckee River's mountain range. 
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Old Southwest

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Old Southwest, Riverwalk District and Truckee River are top sights worth seeing.

Old Southwest
Love energy drinks & frisbees? Visit this spot.

Lower Kingsbury

While Lower Kingsbury isn't home to many top sights, Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Bally's Lake Tahoe Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lower Kingsbury
Great lake sunset

Tahoe Village

While visiting Tahoe Village, you might make a stop by sights like Heavenly Ski Resort and Stagecoach Express.

Tahoe Village
This mural used to be on the outside of the Harold's Club Casino in downtown Reno.  It's nice that they found a way to save it.

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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