Reno

Home to world-class science and sports centres as well as a host of museums, recreational parks and family-friendly attractions, this small city has plenty to offer.

Visitors to the “biggest little city in the world” will be pleased to learn that there is much more to Reno than slot machines and quickie divorces. This city is not the gambling den of iniquity some would have you believe. In fact, Reno has now firmly established itself as one of the top cities in the Silver State for culture, history, sports and the arts. The city is also bursting with a variety of options for evening entertainment, so why not give it a whirl?If there’s one thing they like in Reno, it’s bowling. And if there’s one place to see a bowling tournament, it’s at the National Bowling Stadium. Not just for champions, amateurs too can hone their skills on the sophisticated Computer Aided Tracking System (CATS) lane in the stadium’s Pro Shop.If sports are your thing, you'll be pleased to know that Reno sits at the foot of the white-capped Nevada Mountains and is within easy access of 18 top-class ski resorts. So, if you’re a winter sports enthusiast seeking snow in the desert, you’ve hit the jackpot.Chart the history of the automobile in the excellent National Automobile Museum. With an impressive selection of automobiles spanning from the end of the 19th century to the present day, visitors will learn all they ever needed to know on the subject.Want to discover the real Reno? The Nevada Historical Society uses engaging exhibits and artefacts to give visitors an authentic snapshot of the Silver State’s unique mining, ranching and gaming heritage. Keep an eye out for devices used to cheat at gambling, early slot machines and the conjoined calves named Six Legged Dan and Two Headed Slim.Families can dive into fun at the Wild Island Family Adventure Park. Choc-full of thrilling water rides, this is easily one of Reno’s top attractions. Follow this with an unbelievable 3D experience at the world’s first full-dome cinema over at the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center. And afterwards, get some fresh air at the scenic Sparks Marina Park where swimming, windsurfing and scuba diving are all on the agenda.With all the sights and attractions on offer, Reno really does pack a big punch for a small city. So why not visit and see what all the fuss is about?