Best nearby activities and attractions around Reno
Grand Sierra Resort & Casino puts gaming, dining, entertainment and on-site recreation within the resort at 2500 E 2nd St, Reno. Nearby options include the Truckee River (about a 5-minute walk), the National Automobile Museum (roughly a 25-minute walk), and easy drives to Lake Tahoe and Virginia City.
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On-site gaming, shows and entertainment
The resort features an 80,000+ square-foot casino floor with slots, video poker and table games, plus dedicated poker rooms and gaming lounges.
Live entertainment and events happen in the Grand Theatre and other venue spaces; LEX Nightclub and LEX Ultra Lounge cover late-night dancing and lounge-style nights.
- 80,000+ sq ft casino floor with slots and table games
- Grand Theatre for large shows and performances
- LEX Ultra Lounge and LEX Nightclub for nightlife
- Multiple bars including Center Bar, Crystal Lounge and Infinity Bar
| Venue | Type |
|---|---|
| Grand Theatre | Large performance theatre |
| LEX Nightclub / LEX Ultra Lounge | Nightclub and lounge |
| Poker Room | Dedicated poker tables |
Pools, cabanas and The Spa at Grand Sierra Resort
The Pool complex includes a resort-sized Main Pool open to all ages and an Infinity Pool Deck with VIP cabanas, daybeds and hot tubs; guests with active room keys have complimentary access.
The Spa at Grand Sierra Resort offers massages, body treatments, Hydrafacial™ facials and a salon menu; spa hours are typically Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM and Friday–Sunday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM, subject to change.
- Main Pool (all ages) and Infinity Pool (21+ during regular season)
- Poolside dining from The Pool Bar, Serenity Bar, Fat Tuesday Reno and The Pool Grill
- Spa amenities include steam room, dry cedar sauna and Jacuzzis
| Facility | Typical Access |
|---|---|
| Main Pool | Hotel guests all ages; day passes for non-guests when available |
| Infinity Pool Deck | 21+ adults-only section during regular season (may change in winter) |
| The Spa at Grand Sierra Resort | Open to hotel and non-hotel guests; spa day-pass options when booking treatments |
Dining and nightlife without leaving the resort
Grand Sierra Resort offers multiple full-service restaurants and grab-and-go outlets ranging from upscale steakhouse dining to quick snacks.
Several bars and lounges provide pre- or post-dinner cocktails, plus venue-specific happy hours and late-night options.
- Charlie Palmer Steak Reno — steakhouse (recommended reservations; listed hours include Mon–Thu & Sun 4–9 p.m.; Fri–Sat 5–10 p.m.)
- Rim Asian Bistro — sushi and Pacific Rim dishes (hours vary; closed Mondays)
- Uno Más Street Tacos + Spirits — tacos and margaritas, late-night hours on weekends
- Casual and grab-and-go: Grand Café, The Grand Buffet, Johnny Rockets, Round Table Pizza, Starbucks, Second St. Marketplace
| Restaurant | Style / Notes |
|---|---|
| Charlie Palmer Steak Reno | Upscale steakhouse; reservations recommended |
| The Grand Buffet | All-you-can-eat buffet; select brunch and dinner service |
| Uno Más Street Tacos + Spirits | Casual Mexican, late-night on Fri–Sat |
Nearby outdoor day trips: Lake Tahoe, Mt. Rose and Virginia City
Lake Tahoe beaches and marinas (for example Sand Harbor or Zephyr Cove) are commonly reached by a roughly 38–45 mile drive from Reno—drive time often around one hour depending on route and traffic.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is commonly described as under a 30-minute drive from Reno for winter skiing, while historic Virginia City is about a 23–26 mile drive (roughly 35–40 minutes) via Geiger Grade.
- Lake Tahoe — scenic drives, beaches and water recreation (about 38–45 miles; ~1 hour)
- Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe — under 30 minutes by car (seasonal skiing)
- Virginia City — historic mining town and scenic drive via Geiger Grade (about 23–26 miles)
| Destination | Typical drive time from Grand Sierra Resort |
|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe (Sand Harbor / Zephyr Cove) | About 1 hour |
| Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe | Under 30 minutes (seasonal) |
| Virginia City | About 35–40 minutes |
Museums, riverwalk and family activities nearby
The National Automobile Museum and the Nevada Museum of Art are within a short drive and are often listed as walkable or reachable within about 25 minutes from the resort by foot or a short drive.
Families will find attractions like the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The Discovery) and Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park within a couple of miles.
- National Automobile Museum — roughly a 25-minute walk or short drive
- The Discovery (children's science museum) — about 1.6 miles
- Truckee Riverwalk / downtown Reno — roughly 2.0 miles, dining and riverside strolls
- Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park — family activity near the resort
| Attraction | Distance or note |
|---|---|
| National Automobile Museum | About a 25-minute walk / short drive |
| Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum | About 1.6 miles |
| Truckee Riverwalk | Around 2.0 miles to downtown riverside areas |
Shopping, practicalities and transport options
Meadowood Mall and Reno Public Market are nearby for shopping and local food; Meadowood is commonly listed about 3–3.5 miles from the resort area.
Grand Sierra Resort provides a complimentary hotel-guests-only roundtrip airport shuttle to Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Public transit options include RTC Line 12 with a stop called 'Grand Sierra Resort at Sportsbook.'
- Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle for registered hotel guests (shuttle pass issued at check-in)
- Local bus: RTC Line 12 connects downtown Reno and stops near the resort
- Free self-parking and valet parking available at the resort; EV charging station on site
| Transport | Notes |
|---|---|
| Airport shuttle | Complimentary for hotel guests; return pass at check-in |
| RTC Line 12 bus | Serves downtown Reno with a stop near GSR |
| Parking | Free self-parking and valet; EV charging available |
