Things to do in Reno

Things to do in Reno

67 ranked activities0 in the 90+ Club

Reno mixes casino-town nightlife with easy access to Lake Tahoe: Tahoe day tours, Virginia City ghost-town trips, rafting on the Truckee and winter ski shuttles.

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What are the best things to do in Reno?

Outty ranks 67 bookable experiences in Reno, United States. The highest scoring is Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning at 79 out of 100, followed by Experience Raptors and Falconry in Reno, 1 Hour Distillery Tour and Tasting Flight, Lake Tahoe Half-Day Morning Guided Tour from Reno | Small Group. Prices start at $8 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. June to September, plus December to March for ski access.

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Top tour operators in Reno

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Most Popular in Reno

The experiences travelers book most right now.

Last Minute in Reno

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Family Friendly in Reno

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Reno

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Culture & History in Reno

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Reno

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Reno

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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What are the top 15 things to do in Reno?

Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Reno with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer

Planning questions about Reno

What are the best things to do in Reno?
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning is the highest ranked experience in Reno, scoring 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 173 traveler reviews. Experience Raptors and Falconry in Reno, 1 Hour Distillery Tour and Tasting Flight, Lake Tahoe Half-Day Morning Guided Tour from Reno | Small Group, Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe round out the top five. Outty ranks 67 bookable experiences in Reno, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Reno cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Reno is $32 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $8 on From Reno Arch to Truckee River: A Self-Guided Audio Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Reno for today?
Yes. 67 of the top 67 experiences we rank in Reno currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Reno good for families?
Yes. 9 of the experiences we rank in Reno are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Reno?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Reno?
June to September, plus December to March for ski access. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Reno?
53 of the 67 experiences we rank in Reno offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Reno gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Reno so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.