Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center

Reno


Pop into this flying-saucer-shaped building at the University of Nevada for a window on the universe during star shows and feature presentations.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Reno attractions

1. Nevada Historical Society Museum

0.12 MILES

Within the main campus of the University of Nevada, the state's oldest museum includes permanent exhibits on neon signs, local American Indian culture and…

2. University of Nevada, Reno

0.68 MILES

Visitors are welcome to stroll the attractive grounds of the university's main campus, within which you'll find the stargazing, flying-saucer-shaped…

3. Circus Circus

1.02 MILES

The most family-friendly of Reno's casinos, Circus Circus has free circus acts to entertain kids beneath a giant, candy-striped big top, which also…

4. Silver Legacy

1.1 MILES

A Victorian-themed place, the Silver Legacy is easily recognized by its white landmark dome, where a giant mock mining rig periodically erupts into a…

5. Eldorado

1.18 MILES

Right downtown, near the Reno Arch, the Eldorado has a kitschy Fountain of Fortune that probably has Italian sculptor Bernini spinning in his grave.

6. Reno Arch

1.26 MILES

The iconic Reno Arch is a fabulously retro neon sign spanning Virginia St that proclaims Reno as 'The Biggest Little City in the World.' Loved by locals…

7. Harrah's

1.3 MILES

Founded by Nevada gambling pioneer William Harrah in 1946, Harrah's is still one of the biggest and most popular casinos in town.

8. National Automobile Museum

1.51 MILES

Stylized street scenes illustrate a century’s worth of automobile history at this engaging car museum. The collection is enormous and impressive, with one…