Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carson City, NV

  • The list below includes 143 free or cheap things to do in or near Carson City, Nevada, including 62 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Buildings, Children's Museums and Walking Trails.
  • From Chimney Beach to Bower's Mansion Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carson City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Virginia City, Incline Village, South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe City.
  • The list below includes 143 free or cheap things to do in or near Carson City, Nevada, including 62 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Buildings, Children's Museums and Walking Trails.
  • From Chimney Beach to Bower's Mansion Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carson City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Virginia City, Incline Village, South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe City.
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26.3 Miles
83% 29 votes
Bike Paths Truckee, CA MoreLess Info
Northstar at Tahoe Mountain Bike Park offers over 100 miles of trails for mountain biking. In addition, riders can rent equipment, participate in bike races, and attend the academy or camp to improve their skills.
26.4 Miles
78% 94 votes
Children's Museums 11711 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161 MoreLess Info
KidZone Museum is a local establishment which features a variety of exhibits and a natural playscape to help children improve their problem-solving skills , social connections, physical activities and more.
26.5 Miles
72% 148 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 1650 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557 MoreLess Info
Several exhibits at the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center are free to the public. The free options include hands-on activities, interactive displays, and popular permanent exhibits like the rotating Earth and moon globes.
26.5 Miles
78% 36 votes
Parks 1502 Washington Street, Reno, NV 89503 MoreLess Info
Formerly a working ranch, today Rancho San Rafael Park is home to several amenities, including a dog park, arboretum, museum, playgrounds, picnic areas and athletic fields. They also have several miles of walking trails.
26.6 Miles
86% 37 votes
History Museums 1650 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89503 MoreLess Info
The Nevada Historical Society was founded in 1904 and is focused on preserving and presenting the state's history. In addition to the displays and exhibits, the society's museum features specialty education programs.
26.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 98 Richards Way, Sparks, NV 89431 MoreLess Info
Sparks City Parks & Recreation aims to provide meaningful activities and events for the community with various sports leagues, camps, senior outings, community classes, activities for those with disabilities and much more.
27.0 Miles
86% 636 votes
Parks 12593 Donner Pass Road at Highway 80, Truckee, CA MoreLess Info
Donner Memorial State Park marks the site of the Donner Camp where many members of the Donner Party perished due to harsh weather conditions. The park also maintains the Pioneer Monument and the Emigrant Trail Museum which preserves the cultural heritage of the area.
27.1 Miles
94% 106 votes
Landmarks 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161 MoreLess Info
Tahoe Donner is a local ski resort whose downhill ski area features multiple chairlifts, surface lifts and trails. The resort also offers camping facilities as well as many equestrian activities including wagon, trail and pony rides during summer.
27.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Arts Centers 1353 Baring Blvd, Sparks, NV 89434 MoreLess Info
Dance City Performing Arts Center is a dance studio and instructional facility that offers training in a wide variety of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary, as well as musical theater.
27.3 Miles
77% 43 votes
National & State Parks 12593 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, camping, hiking, bicycling and variety of other recreational activities at Donner Memorial State Park. The park also offers tours and has museums related to the history of early American settlers in Northern California.
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