University District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center during your travels in Reno. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.
Wilbur D. May Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Wilbur D. May Center during your trip to Reno. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Nevada Historical Society
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Nevada Historical Society during your travels in Reno. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Peppermill
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Peppermill during your travels in Reno? Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Reno-Sparks Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Reno-Sparks Convention Center during your trip to Reno. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
National Bowling Stadium
Catch an event at National Bowling Stadium during your trip to Reno. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in University District
Circus Circus Reno – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Thought It’s an old hotel casino they could still make it better with small renovations. Paint on room doors were peeling
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown
This was a clean room and walking distance to Amtrak and casinos. Great price for a nice bed
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown
You get what you pay for, convenient location. If you arrive late, there's no parking left. The building is exposed in the center, extremely loud. It sounded like the third circle of hell! Bring your earplugs.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Only drawback was second pool not open. Too pant people for one pool. Other than that. Great stay! Definitely do it again!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
We didn’t use it as it didn’t open until 11 am.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Nugget Casino Resort
Most everything was good. Bed was not great pillows were terrible. Did not sleep well. But overall the experience was wonderful
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
Northeast Reno
If you're spending some time in Northeast Reno, Reno Livestock Events Center and Greater Nevada Field are top sights worth seeing.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, Lawlor Events Center and Great Basin Adventure are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Cal Ave District
While there might not be top attractions in Cal Ave District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Riverwalk District and National Automobile Museum.
Midtown
Midtown might not have many top sights, but National Automobile Museum and Riverwalk District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old Southwest
While visiting Old Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Truckee River and Nevada Museum of Art.
