CEC / ICMC Guide to Reno Tahoe

The Reno Tahoe Visitor Center is your in-person hub for adventure and discovery. Pick up guides, brochures and maps of the Reno, Sparks and the Lake Tahoe areas at the downtown location inside the Home Means Nevada store. Don’t forget to shop for local souvenirs to commemorate your time here!

Reno Tahoe Visitor Center
Inside Home Means Nevada
135 North Sierra Street
Reno, NV 89501
Hours of Operation (excluding major holidays):
7 Days a Week: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Welcome to Reno Tahoe: where work meets play.

Here, amidst the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains and the emerald shores of Lake Tahoe, lies a unique blend of business and pleasure waiting to be explored. At our doorstep, you’ll find a myriad of opportunities to seamlessly integrate work commitments with unforgettable experiences. Whether it’s networking over a round of golf, holding brainstorming sessions amidst breathtaking scenery, or unwinding with outdoor adventures, we invite you to elevate your work-travel experience like never before.

Embrace the possibilities. Embrace the ideal mix of business and leisure travel in Reno Tahoe. Learn more by visiting the Bleisure Travel Resource Hub.

Reno Tahoe has a flourishing brewery and distillery scene. Just east of downtown is Reno Tahoe’s brewery district, where you can raise a glass and quench your thirst with a local craft beer. The Depot Craft Brewery Distillery offers more than just hand-crafted brews, spirits, and a full menu, they also offer a piece of Reno’s history. The Depot converted the century-old former headquarters for the Nevada-California-Oregon Railway into Reno’s first distillery and brewery. Lead Dog Brewing is a short walk from downtown Reno and offers ales that range from heavily-hopped to fruity sours, with something for everyone to enjoy. Experience something different at Black Rabbit Mead Co., making and pouring meads made from locally-sourced honey.

Attending meetings and networking is bound to work up your appetite. Try these breakfast hot spots in Reno and Sparks to refuel. A local favorite, Two Chicks in MidTown serves up an egg-ceptional breakfast, and Pegs Glorified Ham n Eggs in downtown offers a full breakfast and lunch menu. They also have a Sparks location! Pine State Biscuits, famous for their homemade biscuits and fried chicken, is only a short rideshare from downtown. There are dozens more local favorite breakfast and brunch spots to try… after all, it’s the most important meal of the day!

Need a pick-me-up? There are plenty of coffee shops near downtown Reno to try! Hub Coffee Roasters locally roasts their coffee and has a location along the Truckee River, so you can enjoy freshly brewed coffee with a view. Stella Coffee Co. and Old World Coffee Lab are all also within a short drive from The ROW. Stop by Bibo Coffee Co., with two locations in downtown, for a tasty cup of joe and house-made gelato for a special sweet treat.

Reno has several districts, each with their own set of amazing dining establishments. In the downtown area, treat yourself to a prime New York steak at Roxy in the Eldorado at The ROW, or sizzling entrees of Hibachi at Ichiban Japanese Steak House. A stone’s throw away from The ROW is Louis’ Basque Corner, serving up family-style cuisine for large parties. And for locally sourced, sharable plates, you can’t beat the menu at Liberty Food and Wine Exchange. Enjoy dinner with a view of the Truckee River at Wild River Grille or Smith + River, which both offer great happy hour and dinner offerings.

In MidTown, there’s Mari Chuy’s, which serves up unbeatably fresh Mexican food and margaritas. Von Bismarck is home to wood-fired German food, great beers and an amazing outdoor eating space. Reno Public Market hosts a lineup of grab-n-go dishes for every craving. And Great Full Gardens MidTown serves delicious bites with a healthy twist, sure to keep you fresh between events.

A short rideshare away, the Sparks Water Bar gives you a chance to dress up, offering seafood and mouthwatering American classics. Fine dining can also be found at Rancharrah, a modern array of shops and eateries at the former mansion property of casino moguls. The Reno and Sparks restaurant scene is full of options for any appetite. The hardest choice will be deciding where to eat!

Put your skills to the test and find the perfect spot to tee off or hit the links in Reno Tahoe.

You’ll never play a better game of golf than when you’re here. It’s science. At our elevation, golf balls fly 10 percent farther. With more than 50 courses within a 90-minute drive to choose from, there is a Reno or Lake Tahoe golf course for every level of play. Check out this list of Reno and Lake Tahoe golf courses to find the perfect spot to tee off.

Eat, sleep and of course, shop! Take a break between events and check out local boutiques, shops and malls in Reno. MidTown and downtown Reno have a unique fashion scene you can’t miss. If familiar brands are what you’re after, check out the Outlets at Legends, Meadowood Mall, and the Summit Mall. For those looking for one-of-a-kind items, Reno is home to some great thrift stores. Junkee Clothing Exchange, The Nest and The Melting Pot World Emporium are filled with vintage clothing and treasures. At Sierra Belle and Nomad in MidTown, you will find the latest fashion trends and unique pieces.

During your downtime, treat yourself to an experience at one of Reno’s world-class spas. The Silver Legacy Resort Casino at The ROW has an exceptional spa where you can treat yourself to their custom-mixed scents, a herbal seaweed wrap or a detox clay body wrap. Make a quick stop at the Refuge Spa inside the Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa for express spa treatments. Healing One is a float center where you can truly let go of the weight of the world, figuratively and literally. There are a variety of unique ways to relax and find your Zen in Reno Tahoe.

Reno’s arts scene is growing with murals and life-size sculptures located throughout downtown and MidTown. Located along the Truckee River, City Plaza is also home to two former Burning Man pieces – BELIEVE and Space Whale. Search for even more Burning Man sculptures along Reno’s Neon Line. Known as the only accredited art museum in Nevada, the Nevada Museum of Art has permanent and rotating collections from world-renowned artists for you to see. If cars are more your speed, the National Automobile Museum showcases more than 200 eye-popping cars and authentic street scenes. Take a walk through downtown and MidTown to see more than 100 murals painted by local, national and international artists.

In Reno Tahoe, the calendar is jam-packed! A variety of local events are bound to be happening during your stay. And if you're lucky, your trip will align with one (or more!) of our Iconic Events, which stand out among the rest. Immerse yourself in art for the entire month of July during Artown. Reminisce over the golden years through the cool cars and rockin' music of Hot August Nights. Or, experience the breathtaking magic of The Great Reno Balloon Race, the world's largest free hot air ballooning event. These experiences, and many more, await just outside the walls of your meeting or convention.