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Riverwalk and Arts District
Type: Active, Art & Culture, Local Picks, Outdoor Activities - Summer, Outdoor Activities - Winter, Water
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The Reno Arts District and the Reno Riverwalk is located in the heart of Downtown Reno. This area is home to great restaurants and bars, shopping areas and a walkway along the Truckee River.
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The Reno Arts District and the Reno Riverwalk is located in the heart of Downtown Reno. This area is home to great restaurants and bars, shopping areas and a walkway along the Truckee River.
At various locations along the river you will come upon several pieces of Burning Man art given to the city. There are also places to stop and watch the water and the various birds that like to nest here.
Walk around and visit the local bars, restaurants and coffee shops including Cafe Capello coffee and Sierra Tap House. The central point of the area is Wingfield Park, a park on an island in the middle of the river. There are an amphitheater and access to the river as well as a few swimming holes.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Christina Nellemann
Reno and Tahoe Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "The very popular Reno Wine Walk is held every third Saturday on the Riverwalk."
- Romantic Things to Do, Best Attractions & Activities: "The very popular Wine Walk is held every third Saturday on the Riverwalk. Pay only $20 to sample wine at dozens of local shops and restaurants."
- Things to Do in December: "The very popular Wine Walk is held every third Saturday on the Riverwalk."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: It's free to wander along the river, but you can also check out the nearby National Automobile Museum and the Nevada Museum of Art.
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Couples can keep it simple with a stroll along the river, or plan for a dinner at one of the dozens of restaurants and bars.
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: The Riverwalk and Arts District area is full of restaurants, bars, shops, public art and a beer garden.
- Best for Things to Do in December Because: During the holidays, the Riverwalk area holds various events including a themed Wine Walk and the Reno Santa Pub Crawl.