Looking for art in all the wrong places? Then you owe it to yourself to pay a visit to the Artist's Co-op Gallery in Reno. You will find some of the most impressive works of art rendered in all types of media like oil, watercolor, pastel, pen and ink, pencil, mixed media and photography. It is such a vast array of styles created by twenty local artists and there are several openings and exhibits put on nearly every week. So make plans to visit this artsy attraction and stay awhile, as the art from these talented individuals will draw you in and will surely capture your imagination.
The Atlantis Family Fun Center is the ultimate attraction for gamers. Atlantis features the very latest in gaming, from video and pinball games like Dance Dance Revolution, Police 911, Daytona Racing, Top Skater and much more. Great specials with double value redemption tokens will make it easier on your pocketbook, but the fun the family will have will be truly priceless.
It isn't possible to visit Reno and not try your luck at the slots, poker or your favorite table game in the amazing casino at Circus Circus Hotel Casino. While you're there, enjoy an unforgettable meal in any of their six restaurants that include a sushi bar, a generous buffet or a mouth-watering menu in the hotel steak house. And if entertainment and attractions are your game, be sure to catch the latest big-name concert, cabaret show, or circus shows that are on the always-busy Circus Circus Hotel Casino schedule.
If you are looking for some classy, top-of-the-line entertainment, dining and amenities, look no further than the Eldorado Hotel and Casino. The Eldorado is a Reno icon, offering big name attractions like the legendary Tony Bennett, award winning menus at S2 Sushi and Sake, and rooms with unsurpassed amenities. Eldorado is just your first winning stop on your next visit to Reno!
Sometimes, science and nature can put on a better show than any Hollywood movie. That is always the case at the Fleishmann Planetarium and Science Center at the University of Nevada in Reno. Through the technology of wide-screen film presentations, you can experience what it feels like to be caught in a hurricane on the bayou, go on a cosmic safari through the solar system and even brave the mysteries of the Nile. There's always a full schedule of exhibits and special presentations, and the kids will love the multidimensional, interactive activities. And don't forget, the planetarium is open until 9 so you can get up close to the planets and the stars through the high-powered telescopes that are housed in this showcase of natural, interplanetary wonder. If you crave and appreciate knowledge of planet Earth, this is the attraction for you.
Instead of having the kids stand in front of a video game, give them a chance to move around for some good old fashioned exercise at Fun Quest, located inside the Reno Hilton. In addition to a great selection of video games, the kids can enjoy a turn behind the wheel on the magnetic bumper cars, the Galaxian Video Game Theater and laser tag. Plus, mom and dad will enjoy the 50 lane bowling alley, 2 screen movie theater and shopping mall. Fun Quest could be the best family attraction in Reno - you be the judge.
If there are car buffs in your family, then you need to make sure that you stop in to check out the amazing National Automobile Museum. You'll marvel at over 200 antique, vintage, classic and special interest automobiles that are all meticulously displayed in their fully restored, mint condition. If you're a true car lover, walking through this amazing museum will prove to be your favorite attraction as you relive the history of the automobile.
Roller Kingdom is so much more than just a roller rink! The family will love not only the big skating area, hi-tech light show and sound system, but there's also the very popular Laserstorm Laser Tag and the latest in video games. Every Thursday is family night at this attraction.
Reno's downtown area is rife with historic buildings and architecture; to enjoy it while staying relatively cool, take a walk along the historic The River Walk District. The walkway winds through downtown and is not only scenic in its own right, it highlights the whole downtown area giving it an added touch of natural beauty amid the busy commercial landscape.
The Wilbur D. May Center was named after a man who was a Nevada rancher, businessman and philanthropist. May held the institution of the family in the highest regard, and the preservation of the family through learning and fun is what the center is all about. Attractions at the center include traveling exhibits, an arboretum, courtyards and other features. The Wilbur D. May Center is a great choice for both learning about the area and emphasizing the importance and benefits of family fun.