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 entertainment choices 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.
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.
National Bowling Stadium
This one-of-a-kind landmark building is dedicated to Reno’s favorite pastime and a quintessential American sport.
Things to do
Reno: Grand Sierra Resort - Max Action Arena Family Fun Pass
Reno: XD Theater Ticket at Max Action – Grand Sierra Resort
Reno: Zero Latency VR at Max Action - Grand Sierra Resort
Reno: Axe Throwing Experience (18+) at Grand Sierra Resort
Top hotels in Old Southwest
Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
For this price I was plenty surprised by the cleanliness, quiet and well lit parking area.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Half-mi to Riverwalk: Midtown Reno Oasis!
Very nice clean space in a wonderful area. Very cute space that is well maintained and has everything I needed. Close to a lot of amenities, downtown was in walking distance!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025
< 2 Mi to Dtwn: Reno Gem w/ Rooftop Patio!
We enjoyed our stay very much. We were there for 3 nights for ski. The house was very clean, modern, and spacious. We felt very comfortable and relaxed to stay. The location was good, too. We will definitely return again.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2024
24 Mi to Slopes! Family Reno Home w/ Outdoor Oasis
Nugget Casino Resort
Nice facility and rooms are nice, but rooms have no soundproofing so could hear everything in next room . If you are a gambler the blackjack tables only had the shoe to play in the morning’s unless you wanted to play the $25 table. Breakfast is not free but their restaurant was good and they also ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Rooms were extremely clean and nice. We weren’t there long enough to try food etc
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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 Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino.
Midtown
Midtown might not have many top sights, but Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort Casino 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, Great Basin Adventure and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.
University District
If you're spending some time in University District, Mackay Stadium and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Reno
While Northwest Reno isn't home to many top sights, Boomtown Casino and The Sands Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
