Downtown Truckee Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Commercial Row
You can find out about the history of Truckee with a stop at Commercial Row. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
Donner Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Sugar Bowl Resort
Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Truckee with a visit to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Snowshoe Tour in the Lake Tahoe Mountains
Everline Resort Explorer: Self Guided Olympic Valley Stroll
Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe
Top hotels in Downtown Truckee
West River House
Good
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
1882 Bar and Grill at River Street Inn
It was the perfect spot!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Everything was perfect! Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Pepper Tree Inn
Front desk lady was lovely. Parking is a challenge (especially for high profile vehicles). There is a small underground parking garage but most people park in the spaces at street level. She was active in helping people get parked safely. We have stayed here a few times. Rooms are clean. Elevator ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
The room was sparkling clean, incredibly spacious, and perfectly designed. Its close proximity to the gondola and the village made it easy to enjoy everything—there was so much to do just a short walk away.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Inn at Truckee
Basic hotel, but great for what we needed. No frills in the room...not even a hair dryer, but it was clean and again, good for our one night stay. There is a coin operated washer/dryer, which I didn't factor into our booking but after a day of skiing, that dryer was a welcomed sight. Helped me dry ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Truckee
Ponderosa Palisades
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ponderosa Palisades and surrounding area, you can visit Ponderosa Golf Course and Coyote Moon Golf Course.
Gateway
While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Meadow Lake Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Meadow Lake Park and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Donner Crest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Donner Crest and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Prosser Lake Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Prosser Lake Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing and Old Greenwood Golf Course.
Olympic Heights
When in Olympic Heights, you can plan a visit to Old Greenwood Golf Course and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
