Things to do While in Reno

Erin Campbell
Intern, Media Relations and Publications
Phone: (719) 228-6864
E-Mail: erin.campbell@usav.org 

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (June 18, 2010) – The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority will serve as host for the 31^st Annual USA Volleyball  Girls’ Junior National Championships June 24-July 3. For those looking to do some exploring of the city outside of the volleyball court inside the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Reno has a little something for everyone.

The “Biggest Little City in the World,” along with the typical activities one can find in the state in Nevada of gambling and nightlife, has a wide range of activities that appeal to the true adventurer looking to explore the outdoors, the businessman looking for a relaxing weekend of golf, the family looking to do something unique and unlike anything they have ever seen before or the “city-folk” looking for some good shopping and entertainment. Whatever the interests’ one has, Reno and nearby Lake Tahoe has it. Below is just a sampling of what the area has to offer.

Family Fun:

 
The center is home to three permanent exhibits; the rotating Earth and moon globes, the black-hole demonstrator and the largest collection of meteorites in the state of Nevada.

Exhibit/Film Tickets: $6 adult/$4 ages 13 and under and 55 and over
Admission to the Museum is free.

Space Center Hours: 
Monday-Tuesday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center
1650 N. Virginia St
Mail Stop 272
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV 89557

From Convention Center: 10 min, 7.12 miles
For more information on the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, click here.

The Animal Ark is a 38-acre wildlife sanctuary that is home to wolves, bears, bobcats, cheetahs, coyotes, fox, lions, leopards, tortoises and a lynx. It is also a home to 30 “non-releasable” animals, including endangered and protected species.

Admission: $8 adults, $6 seniors and children 3-12, 2-and-under are free.

Animal Ark Hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Animal Ark
1265 Deerlodge Rd
Reno, NV 89508

From Convention Center: 42 min, 27.26 miles

The V&T Railroad is a historic railroad track that travels from Carson City to Virginia City. The 16 miles of newly restored track opened after 70 years of not operating. Its prime use was to transport silver during the 1860s Comstock silver boom. Along with the scenic environment through Nevada, the train will take riders through two tunnels, by an abandoned mine shaft and old cemeteries.

Tickets:
Saturday and Sunday Round-Trip Steam Rides: $48 adult, $40 seniors 65 and older, $36 for children 12 and under
Saturday and Sunday One-Way Steam Rides: $29 adult, $25 senior, $20 children
Thursday and Friday Round-Trip Diesel Rides: $29 adults, $25 seniors, $20 children
Thursday and Friday One-Way Diesel Rides: $17 adults, $15 seniors, $12 children

To purchase tickets, click here or call 1-800-NEVADA-1.

V&T Railroad Station
370 F. Street
Virginia City, NV 89440

From Convention Center: 35 min, 19.92 miles

The National Automobile Museum celebrates its 20^th Anniversary in 2010. The museum shows two films; The Bill Harrah Story, a story of a man and  his love for automobiles, and The Magic Carriage, a film displaying the role of the automobile in the evolution of American History.

Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 children 6-18, 5 and under are free

Museum Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

For more information on the National Automobile Museum, click here.

National Automobile Museum
10 Lake St.
Reno, NV 89501

From Convention Center:  8 min, 3.25 miles
To explore more adventures for the whole family, click here for the Visit Reno Tahoe website.

The summer heat will be in full blast during the days of the event. The Wild Island Family Adventure Park is a great destination for the family to cool off. The adventure park, along with the waterpark, has miniature golf, bowling and go-kart racing.

Wild Island Water Park Prices:
General Admission (48” and taller): $25.50
Junior Admission (under 48”): $20.50
Seniors (60 years and older): $ 8.50
Under-3: Free
After 3 p.m.: $18.00

Tube Rentals Prices:
Single Tube: $3.75/$1.50 deposit
Double Tube: $5.75/$1.50 deposit
Locker: $2.00/$5.00 deposit

Miniature Golf Prices:
18-holes: $6.50
36-holes: $7.50

Pirate Golf (black light) Prices:
9-holes: $5.25
Replay: $3.75

Go-Karts Prices:
Sprint Cars (40”-54”): $3.75/5 minutes
Indy Cars (54” and taller): $6.50/5 minutes
Round N’ Round Pass (go-karts and mini-golf all day pass): $30.00

Coconut Bowl Prices:
Monday-Friday (10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.): $2.50 adults, $2 16-and-under, $1.50 seniors

Glow Bowling Prices:
Monday-Friday: 5:30 p.m.-close: $4.00 all ages

Shoe Rental Prices: $2.75 all ages
Hourly Bowling: $35.00/hr
Additional Bowling (with purchase of hourly bowling): $30.00/hour, $8.75/15 minutes

Billiards:
Monday-Friday (10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.): $6.00/hr
Sunday-Thursday (5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.): $8.00/hr
Friday and Saturday (5:30 p.m.-close): $11.00/hr
Saturday and Sunday (10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.): $8.00/hr

For more information on the Wild Island Family Adventure Park, click here.

Wild Island Family Adventure Park
250 Wild Island Court
Sparks, NV 89434

From the Convention Center: 12 min, 8.87 miles

Outdoor Adventures:

The Reno-Tahoe area has many options for those seeking to cure the outdoor adventure itch. Along with a long list of hiking and biking trails, the area also provides lakes and beaches for swimming or simply enjoying the many other exciting outdoor options.

For those seeking biking trails, click here. 
For those looking to take a hike around Lake Tahoe, click here.

Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
Lake Tahoe Visitors Center- Nevada
169 Highway 50
Stateline, NV 89449

From Convention Center: 1 hr 8 min, 50.55 miles

The Truckee River runs right through the heart of downtown Reno and is available for public use. The river is 2,600 feet of class 2 and 3 rapids perfect for kayaking, canoeing or inner tubing.

For more information on the Truckee River White Water Park, click here.

Truckee River White Water Park
First and Arlington
Reno, NV

From Convention Center: 9 min, 3.42 miles

For more lakes and beaches, click here.

For those who are looking for more of a relaxing time outside, Reno has 14 golf courses for all levels of players.

For more information on the golf courses in the Reno area, click here.

 There are also many options for those visiting Reno to take a “bird’s eye view” of the city and what it is to offer including hot air ballooning, soaring, hang gliding and scenic airplane tours.

To explore air adventures, click here.

 
The Reno Aces, a AAA baseball team affiliated with the Arizona Diamondbacks, will have games on June 24 and June 25 at Aces Ballpark.

For more information on the Reno Aces, click here.

To Reno Aces Ball Park:

395 North/South
Fans coming in from the north and south on 395 are encouraged to take the Mill Street Exit westbound to Lake Street

80 East/West
Fans coming in from the east and west on 80 are encouraged to take the Virginia/Sierra Street Exits. Fans leaving the downtown parking areas are encouraged to use both Sierra and Center Streets for easiest departure.

Along with the scenery and the historic options that Reno has, the city life is full of fun and excitement, including malls and shops, restaurants and casinos.

Shopping:

Meadowood Mall
5000 Meadowood Mall Circle
Located at S. Virginia and S. McCarran Blvd
(775) 827-8450

From Convention Center: 2 min, 1.02 miles

Legends at Sparks Marina
Designer and Name Brand Shops
1555 E. Lincoln Way
I-80 and Sparks Blvd

From Convention Center: 8 min, 3.17 miles

The Summit Outdoor Mall
S. Virginia and Mt Rose Hwy
Exit 75 off I-395
(775) 853-7800

From Convention Center: 10 min, 6.15 miles

Riverwalk Boutique Shopping
46 West First St.
(775) 324-1936

From Convention Center: 9 min, 3.38 miles

Nightlife:

For those looking to explore the unique nightlife that Reno has to offer, there’s a wide range of shows and other activities for adults.

For the casinos in the surrounding areas, click here or click here.

For a list of local restaurants, click here.

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