West University Travel Guide
Reno
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Popular places to visit
Rancho San Rafael Park
Take a break in Reno’s favorite park where wide open fields, formal gardens and hiking trails await.
Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center
Stargazers and science buffs will have all their questions answered in this landmark 1960s-designed planetarium.
Nevada Historical Society
From fossils to early slot machines, 10,000 years of Nevada history comes to life in this vast collection of artifacts, manuscripts, photographs and film.
Wilbur D. May Center
Take the whole family on a day of discovery at this museum and botanical garden, where curious artifacts from around the globe bring faraway cultures to life.
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.
Things to do
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Reno: Axe Throwing Experience (18+) at Grand Sierra Resort
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Reno's Original Brewery Tour
Historic Donner Party, Immigrant Trail and Lake Tahoe Photo Tour from Reno
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Top hotels in West University
Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown
There was no handicap parking. Most staff we're reserved. They had lot of workers, work trucks fill the lot at night, day get your pick parking spot then take a taxi or Uber after dark.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown
Never going to book a hotel with you guys again you guys are really bad experience with you guys
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Spa was great, lots of wonderful restaurants to choose from
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Nugget Casino Resort
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Great stay
Reviewed on 12 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
Other neighbourhoods around West University
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.
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.
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.
Old Southwest
While visiting Old Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Nevada Museum of Art and Truckee River.
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.
Northeast Reno
If you're spending some time in Northeast Reno, Reno Livestock Events Center and Greater Nevada Field are top sights worth seeing.
