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Reno is in western Nevada, about 16km (10mi) from the California border; Interstate 80 and Hwy 395 are the major freeways in and out of town. The Truckee River runs through downtown Reno - most of the casinos are to its north. The railroad tracks also cut through Reno's version of Glitter Gulch, adding a lovely touch of incongruity. The pleasant campus of the University of Nevada is just north of the I-80.
Downtown has been the site of some serious redevelopment in recent years - one pleasant addition is Riverwalk, a pedestrian path which follows the river all the way through downtown. Most accommodation and food is found in the downtown area just north of the river, but if you're after something a bit flashier, try Newland Heights, just to the southeast of downtown.
Reno-Cannon International Airport is about 5km (3mi) southeast of downtown. The Greyhound station is in Stevenson Ave at the western end of town, while the Amtrak station is in the heart of downtown. The I-80 runs west to Sacramento and east to Lovelock, while the 395 goes northwest into California or south to Carson City.
Getting There
Reno-Cannon International Airport has direct flights to many West Coast destinations, as well as Dallas, Denver and Chicago. The airport is a few miles southeast of downtown. The easiest ways to get into the city from the airport are to catch the local bus or drive along Highway 395.
The Greyhound bus network links Sacramento and San Francisco throughout the day and at least daily to Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Salt Lake City. Trains can also get you to Sacramento and San Francisco but they're more expensive than the buses.
Getting Around
RTC's Citifare bus system covers most of Reno's metropolitan area. The routes generally go to and from downtown - the main transfer site is near Victoria St. Most routes run Monday to Saturday from to , though others have more restricted hours. If you'd prefer to drive, you'll have no trouble renting a car - all the main agencies are based at the airport. Reno's streets are easy to navigate, and a car is handy for getting between sites around the town.
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