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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Reno

13 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Reno, Nevada

Updated August 17, 2022

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Pyramid Lake

This Nevada lake holds its titular natural pyramid and, if the legends are true, a number of dangerous spirits.

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Natural Selection

This mother-daughter run curiosities shop is a beautifully odd mix of taxidermy and exotic plants.

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Dymaxion Car at the National Automobile Museum

The only surviving prototype of Buckminster Fuller's revolutionary car.

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Wilbur D. May Museum

An eccentric millionaire's personal curio collection includes at least one shrunken head.

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National Bowling Stadium

Bill Murray bowled three straight strikes here at Reno's "Taj Mahal of Tenpins."

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Last Chance Joe

The colossal cartoon man stands outside a Nevada museum.

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Topsy the Clown

This beloved roadside attraction welcomes visitors with his signature neon smile.

Reno, Nevada

Old Reno Arch

The arch that celebrated the completion of the Lincoln and Victory highways.
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