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It's not surprising that so many vacationers head back to Truckee every year. This charming city is packed with fun things to do. Whether you enjoy sightseeing or trying out more adventurous activities, it's tough to be bored here.

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Number of things to do	24
Things to do from	$10
Cheapest thing to do	Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Audio Tour From Tahoe City to Incline Vil...
Top 5 things to do	Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno Lake Tahoe Tour: Self-Guided Drive Tahoe Coastal Self-Guided E-Bike Tour - Half-Day \| World Famous East Shore ... Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake T...
Under $25	Lake Tahoe Tour: Self-Guided Drive Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake T... Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Audio Tour From Tahoe City to Incline Vil... Lake Tahoe Scavenger Hunt
With kids	Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor Lake Tahoe Bicycle Rental Full-Day Lake Tahoe Circle Tour including Squaw Valley Guided Cross Country Skiing at Lake Tahoe Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path

What to do in Truckee

Free Things to Do in Truckee

Some say the best things in life are free. Discover the following around Truckee:

Old Jail Museum - Check to see if there are any special exhibitions or tours on at this museum.

Rocking Stone Tower - If you're fascinated by history and heritage, this is one stop you can't miss.

Donner Memorial State Park - Escape the urban jungle and immerse yourself in Mother Nature at this inspiring spot.

Donner Memorial State Park - If you take pleasure in digging around the garden, this place will delight your green thumb.

Things to Do in Truckee with Kids

Vacationing with the youngsters? You'll find plenty of tours and activities in Truckee that'll put big grins on little faces. Check out these family friendly experiences:

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Frequently asked questions

What should I not miss in Truckee?

Northstar California Resort is one sight you shouldn’t jump back on that plane without spending some time at.

Are there cheap things to do in Truckee?

Have some fun with an Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Reno by Operation City Quest and put the dollars you save toward more amazing experiences.

What can you do in Truckee for free?

You could leave your wallet in the hotel safe for the day, because these excellent attractions won’t cost you a dime:

Donner Memorial State Park
Truckee Gallery
Rocking Stone Tower
Sierra Mountain Cemetery

Discover the most popular places to visit in Truckee

Northstar California Resort

4.5/5(694 reviews)

Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.

Donner Lake

4.5/5(575 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Sugar Bowl Resort

Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Donner Memorial State Park

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Donner Memorial State Park, a lovely green space in Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside, or seek out the ski slopes.

Commercial Row

You can find out about the history of Truckee with a visit to Commercial Row. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area

4.5/5(61 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Truckee with a visit to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Old Greenwood Golf Course

Play a round of golf at Old Greenwood Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Truckee such as skiing. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Coyote Moon Golf Course

Play a round of golf at Coyote Moon Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Truckee such as skiing. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course

Play a round of golf at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Truckee such as skiing. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Truckee

Antique ski wall in the Zephyr lounge. Imagine cruising around on those gems.

Northstar Village

If you're spending some time in Northstar Village, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

Truckee featuring snow, a small town or village and signage

Downtown Truckee

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.

Donner Lake Woods

While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.

Prosser Lake Heights

Though Prosser Lake Heights might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Commercial Row and Coyote Moon Golf Course.

Olympic Heights

Though Olympic Heights might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Old Greenwood Golf Course and Ponderosa Golf Course.

Juniper Hill

While Juniper Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Greenwood Golf Course and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course.

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