Old Southwest Travel Guide
Reno
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Popular places to visit
Nevada Museum of Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Nevada Museum of Art during your trip to Reno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Peppermill
With 10 restaurants, more than a dozen bars and lounges, a spa, 1,500 slot machines and 48 gaming tables, this Tuscan-themed resort is an entertainment haven.
Reno-Sparks Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Reno-Sparks Convention Center during your trip to Reno. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Hit the slopes at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe during your trip to Reno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
National Bowling Stadium
This one-of-a-kind landmark building is dedicated to Reno’s favorite pastime and a quintessential American sport.
Riverwalk District
During your trip to Reno, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Riverwalk District. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Top hotels in Old Southwest
Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
Nice place
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Half-mi to Riverwalk: Midtown Reno Oasis!
Great location. Well equipped.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Game Room & Putting Green: Reno Home!
Luxe Midtown Townhome < 2 Mi to Dtwn Reno!
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Rooms were clean. Service was respectable and the casino is amazing with a of the things to do. Not to mention the front desk staff was helpful since we needed so many rooms and wanted them all on the same floor for the kids to have conjoined rooms. Thank you GSR.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Room was very nice.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest
Cal Ave District
While there might not be top attractions in Cal Ave District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Riverwalk District and National Automobile Museum.
Midtown
Midtown might not have many top sights, but National Automobile Museum and Riverwalk District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Reno
Downtown Reno is beloved for its first-class casinos. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, Lawlor Events Center and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.
University District
If you're spending some time in University District, Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center and Lawlor Events Center are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Reno
If you're spending some time in Northeast Reno, Reno Livestock Events Center and Greater Nevada Field are top sights worth seeing.
