Downtown Truckee Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Truckee
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
Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.
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
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
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.
Donner Memorial State Park
Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Activities
Everline Resort Explorer: Self Guided Olympic Valley Stroll
Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Our pick of the best Downtown Truckee Hotel Deals
West River House
Great location and budget friendly option. Rooms are cozy but have all the essentials and are very clean
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
1882 Bar and Grill at River Street Inn
River Front
Reviewed on 23 June 2025
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Room was clean and is newly remodeled. The staff were supportive and nice.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
evo Hotel Tahoe City
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Martis Valley Lodge Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Everything was great- clean, super friendly and polite staff, nice ambiance... will come back!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Nice location. Front desk helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
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 Commercial Row and Ponderosa 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 Commercial Row.
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 Commercial Row.
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 Commercial Row.
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.
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.
