Downtown Tahoe City Travel Guide

Tahoe City

Lake Tahoe featuring forest scenes, landscape views and a lake or waterhole
Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe
Truckee featuring snow

Popular places to visit

North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center

After visiting North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tahoe City. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center

Tahoe City Marina

Explore the waterfront of Tahoe City Marina and enjoy activities such as skiing in Tahoe City. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Tahoe City Marina

Commons Beach Park

Commons Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Tahoe City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Commons Beach Park

Stateline Lookout

Enjoy a trip to Stateline Lookout and popular activities such as skiing in Tahoe City. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Stateline Lookout

Tahoe State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Tahoe State Recreation Area during your travels to Tahoe City.

Tahoe State Recreation Area

Tahoe City Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Tahoe City at Tahoe City Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Wander through the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Tahoe City Golf Course

Things to do

Lake Tahoe 1 Day Private Custom Tour from San Francisco

Lake Tahoe 1 Day Private Custom Tour from San Francisco

฿71,534
per adult
Lake Tahoe 1 Day Private Custom Tour from San Francisco
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

฿481
per traveller
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Snowshoeing in Lake Tahoe Mountains

Snowshoe Tour in the Lake Tahoe Mountains

฿3,368
per adult
Snowshoe Tour in the Lake Tahoe Mountains
North Shore Kayak or Paddleboard Tour at Lake Tahoe

North Shore Kayak or Paddleboard Tour at Lake Tahoe

฿4,331
per adult
North Shore Kayak or Paddleboard Tour at Lake Tahoe
Full day tour on Lake Tahoe in the White Lightning up to 8 guests

Full day tour on Lake Tahoe in the White Lightning up to 8 guests

฿44,749
per traveller
Full day tour on Lake Tahoe in the White Lightning up to 8 guests
Hire Photographer Professional Photo Shoot Lake Tahoe

Hire Photographer Professional Photo Shoot Lake Tahoe

฿13,156
per adult
Hire Photographer Professional Photo Shoot Lake Tahoe
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Top hotels in Downtown Tahoe City

Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
645 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Stay at this 3-star motel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"From the upper floors (7th or 6th) the view of the lake is wonderful."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

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evo Hotel Tahoe City

evo Hotel Tahoe City

4 out of 5
455 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
The price is ฿4,534 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,534
฿5,086 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Tahoe City is the place to be. evo has a great location and staff. Restaurant and bar is fine plus you can easily walk to more places to eat and shop. Location looks at Lake Tahoe on the front and a golf course on the back with golfers, dogs, incoming geese and duck. We loved it."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City

3 out of 5
955 North Lake Blvd, P.O. Box 6328, Tahoe City, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (807 reviews)
"Great location. Big room."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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The Inn at Boatworks

The Inn at Boatworks

2 out of 5
790 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,515 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿4,515
฿5,065 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Popular attractions Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort are located ...
6.6/10 (603 reviews)
"Enjoyed my weekend trip to Tahoe City. The location was great, after a full day out at the lake. Check in was quick, friendly. Once settled in my room walked the strip that has many options for dinner an shopping. Room was comfortable an at night it was very quiet. Check out was very simple with ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Inn at Boatworks
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50, Stateline, NV
The price is ฿1,283 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿1,283
฿2,631 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stateline. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (4,089 reviews)
"Close to everything. Big hotel room and nice staff"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

4 out of 5
55 Highway 50, Stateline, NV
The price is ฿12,641 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿12,641
฿15,544 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Stateline. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (4,482 reviews)
"Mountain and tree views."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Tahoe City

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Bunker Tract

While Bunker Tract may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stateline Lookout and Tahoe City Marina.

Bunker Tract
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Comstock Acres

While there might not be top attractions in Comstock Acres, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area.

Comstock Acres
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Tahoe Sierra Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Tahoe Sierra Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area.

Tahoe Sierra Estates
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Cathedral Forest

When in Cathedral Forest, you can plan a visit to Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cathedral Forest
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Tahoe Tavern Heights

Though Tahoe Tavern Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park.

Tahoe Tavern Heights
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Lake Forest

While visiting Lake Forest, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe City Field Station and Burton Creek Nature Preserve.

Lake Forest

Downtown Tahoe City Travel Guide