Border Town Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Reno Events Center
Reno Events Center is just one of the places to see in Reno, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Things to do
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure
Top hotels in Border Town
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
"Room was a quarter mile from the front desk and smelled like cigarettes. All pools and hot tubs were full with kids including kids in diapers. They should reserve at least one hot tub and pool for adults. That was my last visit to that hotel."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
"Good"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
J Resort
"The rooms in the Aspen tower are outstanding. However from the moment we checked in until the morning we left all we heard and experienced was ‘we don’t have enough staff’. We were told at check in they were short on housecleaning staff. When we tried to eat at Hannah’s restaurant we were told they ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Nugget Casino Resort
"Great room and very clran"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Circus Circus Reno – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"Overall nice looking room, though went to take a shower and the shower curtain smelled of mildew and then later on saw a cockroach, which of course freaked me out! My fiance killed it and didn't see another one but was very weary."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Silver Legacy Reno- A Caesars Rewards Destination
"Not as clean as i remember it to be everything seemed run down now or broken"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Border Town
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.
Reno/Tahoe Airport
Get to know Reno/Tahoe Airport by checking out its casinos, restaurants and spas. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Peppermill or Atlantis Casino during your time in the area.
Old Southwest
While visiting Old Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Truckee River and Nevada Museum of Art.
Northeast Reno
If you're spending some time in Northeast Reno, Reno Livestock Events Center and Greater Nevada Field are top sights worth seeing.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, Lawlor Events Center and Great Basin Adventure are top sights worth seeing.
