Old Southwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Southwest
Popular places to visit
Nevada Museum of Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Nevada Museum of Art during your trip to Reno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Hit the slopes at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe during your trip to Reno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
National Bowling Stadium
Reno’s love of this iconic American pastime is here to be enjoyed.
Riverwalk District
During your trip to Reno, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Riverwalk District. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Reno: Zero Latency VR at Max Action - Grand Sierra Resort
Reno: XD Theater Ticket at Max Action – Grand Sierra Resort
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Our pick of the best Old Southwest Hotel Deals
Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Charming Riverwalk Retreat – Spacious Downtown Condo
Great location!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Half-mi to Riverwalk: Midtown Reno Oasis!
Great location. Well equipped.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Alley way gem! Hot tub, Sauna, Steam Shower, Full adult game room, pool table!
Wonderful home in close proximity to things to do in Reno. Perfect for a fun getaway weekend. The kitchen was well equipped for us to cook brunch and dinner.
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
We got the handicap room. Room was clean, huge bathroom. Not that far of a walk to shoreline amphitheatre
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Room was beautiful, clean, quiet and modern new decorations.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest
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.
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.
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.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, Lawlor Events Center and Great Basin Adventure are top sights worth seeing.
University District
If you're spending some time in University District, Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center and Lawlor Events Center are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Reno
While Northwest Reno isn't home to many top sights, Boomtown Casino and Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Southwest Travel Guide
- Nevada Museum of Art
- Idlewild Park
- Reno-Sparks Convention Center
- Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
- Diamond Peak Ski Resort
- National Bowling Stadium
- Reno Events Center
- Tahoe National Forest
- Outlets at Legends Sparks
- Wild Island Family Adventure Park
- Club Cal-Neva Casino
- Diamond Peak Ski School
- Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center
