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Nevada Travel & Tourist Attractions


Nevada's casino-resorts become more imaginative and lavish every year. Visitors can spend the night in a pyramid, a penthouse suite overlooking breathtaking Lake Tahoe, or a rustic bed and breakfast in a ghost town. So, if it's the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas or Reno, the tranquility of Lake Tahoe, or experiencing the true history of the Old West, Nevada is home to a variety of resort options sure to fit your style.


The Silver State

Adventuredome - Adventuredome features five acres of indoor, climate controlled fun for everyone.

Bonnie Springs - Bonnie Springs, Old Nevada is an 1880s mining town with riding stables, restaurant, shopping, live action gunfights, melodramas, hangings and a petting zoo.

Brewery Arts Center - The Brewery Arts Center (BAC) is Carson City's local arts agency and community arts center. Situated within the redevelopment district in a historic set of rehabilitated buildings, formerly the Carson Brewing Company, they offer more than 130 cultural events yearly in theater, music, vocal performance, dance, literature and visual art.

Carroll Shelby Museum - See 35 years of Shelby performance cars and the company's new manufacturing facility for Shelby Cobras and the new Series 1.

Carson Hot Springs Resort - Relax and enjoy the historic beauty of Carson Hot Springs Resort! Since 1849 people have been drawn to this natural phenomenon. The Resort offers a large outdoor pool, 10 private hot baths, massage therapy, motel rooms and a Bed & Breakfast.

Children's Museum of Northern Nevada - The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada provides fun learning experiences in a 'hands on environment'. Unlike most museums, visitors are encouraged to touch, poke turn, pull and take part in this fun and enlightening adventure. As a matter of fact, it is when a child takes part that the Museum comes alive!

Churchill County Museum - Considered 'The Best Little Museum on the Loneliest Road in America'. The museum features exhibits on local Native American tribes, the Emigrant Trail, the Pony Express and early Churchill County.

Flyaway Indoor Skydiving - FLYAWAY is the exciting new sports challenge in Las Vegas, where you can test your athletic skill in the sport of body flight! FLYAWAY is a vertical wind tunnel that simulates the freefall experience of skydiving.

Fremont Street Experience - This beautifully landscaped area includes a misting system, retail carts, kiosks, and FREE mall entertainment. Plus, one-of-a-kind light and sound shows derived from over 2 million lights and 540,000 watts of concert quality sound, presented each night at dusk.

Gameworks Las Vegas - GameWorks is a unique, high-tech entertainment destination where guests can eat, drink, party and play in a dynamic and energetic environment. Each location features a full-service restaurant and bar surrounded by state-of-the-art interactive games and exclusive attractions.

Guinness World of Records Museum - See the Guinness Book of Records brought to life at this unique museum located right on the Las Vegas Strip.

Heavenly Aerial Tram - Take a five-minute tram ride to an elevation of 8,250 feet for spectacular views of Lake Tahoe, plus hiking, interpretive walks and Top of the Tram dining.

Hoover Dam - Hoover Dam has been voted one of the Top Ten Construction Achievements of the 20th Century. The dam is located 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas on U.S. Highway 93 at the Nevada-Arizona border.

Imperial Palace Auto Collection - Over 350 of the World’s most spectacular automobiles 'The Auto Collections' is one of the World’s largest & finest classic car display rooms, featuring automobiles gathered together by Don Williams & Richie Clyne.

Kids Camp Lake Tahoe - TahoeKids offers children an opportunity to experience Lake Tahoe and leave with memories that are sure to last a life time! With both day and evening sessions available, this safe and fun, and educational program will allow your child to enjoy the limitless opportunities that Lake Tahoe has to offer.

Lake Mead Cruises - Just a short drive from the valley of neon lies a whole other world - Lake Mead, and the mighty Hoover Dam. These waters are home to the Desert Princess, an authentic 300-passenger paddlewheeler, built especially to cruise the blue waters of Lake Mead. Visitors and locals alike can enjoy a fun combination of spectacular scenery, good food and 'Outrageously Great Times!'

Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix - Get Ready For 'The Ride of a Lifetime' on Four Tracks, Slide, Roller Coaster, Tornado Twister, Resturant and Arcade at The Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix!

Lied Discovery Children's Museum - Over 100 hands-on exhibits in the arts, humanities and sciences plus traveling displays, programs and entertainment. An interactive children's museum for children of all ages.

M.S. Dixie II - Lake Tahoe's original paddlewheeler company welcomes you aboard the M.S. Dixie II. Voted Lake Tahoe's Best Boat Cruise, the M.S. Dixie II offers cruises to Lake Tahoe's most popular areas including historic Emerald Bay.

Mineral County Museum - The Mineral County Museum is one of the best museums in Nevada. The museum features early 1800's mission bells, turn of the century pharmacy, mining, fire, and railroad equipment, horse drawn vehicles, specialized tools from the ammunition base, wildlife and fossil displays, rock and mineral displays, Victorian furniture, cameras, vintage clothing, shoes and hats.

National Automobile Museum - The National Automobile Museum lets you travel through time like few other places can. Just two blocks from the streets of downtown Reno, you'll walk down streets of the past. Its cars, sights, sounds, and places are yours to explore. Beyond the streets, you'll discover a century of automobiles: more than 220 antique, vintage, classic, special interest and one-of-a-kind wonders.

Nevada Northern Railway - Large collection of historic rolling stock, including steam and electric locomotives that hauled copper. Train rides available; experience a beautiful evening train ride along the Keystone Route that includes a unique atmosphere. Enjoy the evening city lights of Ely and star light by candlelight.

Star Trek: The Experience - STAR TREK: The Experience is an interactive adventure based on the voyages of the most exciting futuristic television series of all time — Star Trek. Visitors are immersed in a futuristic world where they see, feel, and live the 24th century! Enjoy the History of the Future Museum, Voyage Through Space, Deep Space Nine Promenade Shops and relax and dine in Quark's Bar & Restaurant.

Virginia & Truckee Railroad - Take a ride back into history over the original historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad between Virginia City, Nevada and through tunnel #4 to Gold Hill. In its heyday as many as 45 trains a day arrived and departed Virginia City. Today 58 years after the last train left the Comstock, you can once again ride over the historic railroad.

Wilbur D May Center - The Center is an adventure for people of all ages. It is a Museum, a collection of rare and exotic artifacts. The Arboretum features an incomparable display and living museum of colorful flowers, creekside meadows, outdoor courtyards and secluded benches. The Great Basin Adventure is a fun-filled family experience where kids can pet animals, ride a pony, pan for gold and more.

Wild Island Family Adventure Park - Northern Nevada's largest family amusement complex includes a waterpark featuring nine water attractions, two 18-hole mini-golf courses, two race tracks and giant game center.

Woodwind Sailing Cruises - Woodwind Sailing Cruises is one of the oldest sailing companies in the US. They specialize in spectacular daily sightseeing and romantic sunset cruises, private cruises and charters on Lake Tahoe. Sailing on Lake Tahoe more than 6000 ft. above sea level surrounded by majestic snow capped peaks is an experience to remember.

Zoological-Botanical Park - This shady 3-acre park is located just 15 minutes northwest of the Las Vegas Strip. The zoo exhibits over 150 species of plants and animals.

 

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