Downtown Truckee Travel Guide
Truckee
Visit Downtown Truckee
Popular places to visit
Commercial Row
You can find out about the history of Truckee with a stop at Commercial Row. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
Donner Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
Sugar Bowl Resort
Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Truckee with a visit to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Top hotels in Downtown Truckee
West River House
was not aware this was a hostel not a hotel room bathroom was shared, was a nice place but not what I was expecting
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
1882 Bar and Grill at River Street Inn
It was the perfect spot!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Clean rooms, beautiful setting, good restaurants. Wish they had a casual, low-lite bar. Cutthroat Saloon was too bright.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
evo Hotel Tahoe City
Great hotel in an excellent location, right across from the lake with a nice view. Rooms are spacious, very clean, and well maintained. The on-site restaurant is extremely convenient and the food is very good. Overall, a very good option and a great value for Lake Tahoe.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Cedar Glen Lodge
Very nice and well equipped cabin
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Truckee
Ponderosa Palisades
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ponderosa Palisades and surrounding area, you can visit Ponderosa Golf Course and Coyote Moon Golf Course.
Gateway
While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Meadow Lake Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Meadow Lake Park and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Donner Crest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Donner Crest and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Prosser Lake Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Prosser Lake Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing and Old Greenwood Golf Course.
Olympic Heights
When in Olympic Heights, you can plan a visit to Old Greenwood Golf Course and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
