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 top-notch restaurants 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 entertainment choices 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.
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.
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 entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Top hotels in Old Southwest
Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
Many rooms are occupied by homeless …sometimes with dogs barking at any time.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
There were shops there but we were on a rather stressful trip and did not take time to explore. We had dinner at the Seafood Restaurant and it was very good; food was excellent with generous portions and wait staff were friendly and efficient. We will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Nugget Casino Resort
Lovely room with great view (the Resort Tower), great room service with really good food. The pool and hot tub were open and fun. Folks at the counter were very helpful, as were other staff members.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
The SPA garbage cans were all overflowing; I had a couple's massage, and my massage therapist smelled like last night's leftover alcohol bucket :( All the lines to check into our room were a mile long, forcing us to leave for the SPA so we wouldn't be late to our appointments. It was a drag for ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Silver Legacy Reno- A Caesars Rewards Destination
I reserved a non smoking room, however the room reeked of smoke my entire time there. No available rooms to switch to and when the front desk recommended a machine to clean the air it took them forever to bring it and not only that I had to be out of the room for more than an hour. This machine only ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Circus Circus Reno – A Caesars Rewards Destination
It was a good stay not going back
Reviewed on 11 Mar 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 Nevada Museum of Art and Riverwalk District.
Midtown
Midtown might not have many top sights, but Nevada Museum of Art and National Automobile Museum 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 Great Basin Adventure are top sights worth seeing.
University District
If you're spending some time in University District, Lawlor Events Center and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.
Reno/Tahoe Airport
Get to know Reno/Tahoe Airport by checking out its casinos, restaurants and spas. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Atlantis Casino or Peppermill during your time in the area.
