- The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Truckee, California, including 66 different types of inexpensive activities like Bike Paths, Rafting, Landmarks and Movie Theaters.
- From Donner Memorial State Park & Emigrant Trail Museum to Tahoe Mountain Guides- Day Tours, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Truckee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Incline Village, Tahoe City, Reno and Carson City.
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Reno Aces Ballpark is home of the AAA Reno Aces in the MiLB Pacific Coast League. Opened in 2009, this ballpark is one of the Minor League's finest with a playground and climbing toys available for kids at the Circus Circus Kids Zone.
24.6 Miles
The Classic Revival style is fully embraced in the Governor's Mansion of Carson City. While the building is only two stories, there are many grand features such as the grand entry hall, the governor's study, and the lucheon room.
24.6 Miles
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148 votes
1650 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557
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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.
24.6 Miles
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.
24.8 Miles
The curative properties of the Carson City Hot Springs have made the area a very popular attraction. Access is available specifically through the Carson Hot Springs Resort which has a large outdoor pool and several individual indoor pools that are filled with the hot water from the springs.
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34 votes
813 North Carson St., Carson City, NV 89701
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Exhibits at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada concentrate of trying to be interactive and hands-on with plenty of integrated activities. Children are able to learn about space, human anatomy, dinosaurs, trains, and Nevada history.
24.8 Miles
Kit Carson trail, named after the renowned frontiersman and explorer, is a self-guided walking tour through legendary Carson City. A painted blue line traverses neighborhods of historic homes, some dating back as far as a hundred years or more.
24.9 Miles
The Nevada State Museum focuses on the natural and cultural history of the state as a whole. Since the museum is housed in the historic Carson City Mint, there are also exhibits that cover older minting processes and commemorative coins.
24.9 Miles
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15 votes
813 N Carson Street, Carson City, NV 89701
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Featuring hands-on learning in the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities, Carson City Children's Museum contains a STEM room, a literature based pre-school program, and several interactive exhibits. Climb a rock wall, attend science workshops, and reserve the Birthday Room for parties.
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The domed Nevada State Capital Building is one of the most noticeable structures in Carson City. Sandstone was used to create the bulk of the imposing building which is open to the public during business hours for self-guided tours.