When most people hear the word "Reno" thinking on one of two things: gambling and divorce. Although both are an integral part of the Nevada city's history and identity, neither would seem to be particularly pleasant for a family vacation.
But, it's 50 years of Reno began to change its reputation as America's divorce capital and at least as long as the residents of Reno began to explore life outside the game floor. Over the past decade alone, the development center Reno has seen a shift from the sprawling complex on the game less, largely independent restaurants, shops and art houses. Although gambling remains a key draw for visitors and natives, it is far from the only show in town. Take a spin around the center, instead of the roulette wheel. Here are some ideas.
1 Wet: Truckee River, which runs along First Street, has emerged as one of the largest resources of Reno. Truckee River Whitewater Park (First Street and Arlington Avenue) is 2600 meters classes 2 and 3 rapids suitable for kayaks, canoes, inner tubes and other small watercraft. Wingfield Park, which includes the whitewater park, as well as four other places along the river, offers picnic shelters, barbecues, basketball courts, an amphitheater, roads and access to swimming. Some nearby shops such as Sierra Adventures) (254 W. First St.) for rent and sale of related equipment and other equipment. Many restaurants and shops also line the so-called Riverwalk.
2 Drink coffee: Downtown Reno quietly become home to more specialty coffee shops than the average square (square) in Italy! This includes the Dreamer's Coffee House (17 S. Virginia St.), Se7en teahouse and Bar (100 N. Arlington Ave.) Tahoe Roasting Co. (616 W. fourth St.), Bibo Coffee Company (680 Mount Rose St. and 50 W . Liberty St.). Java Jungle (246 W. First St.), and Pneumatic Diner (501 W. First St.)
2 Drink coffee: Downtown Reno quietly become home to more specialty coffee shops than the average square (square) in Italy! This includes the Dreamer's Coffee House (17 S. Virginia St.), Se7en teahouse and Bar (100 N. Arlington Ave.) Tahoe Roasting Co. (616 W. fourth St.), Bibo Coffee Company (680 Mount Rose St. and 50 W . Liberty St.). Java Jungle (246 W. First St.), and Pneumatic Diner (501 W. First St.)
...4 See game: Reno Events Center is home to Reno Bighorns, National Basketball Association Development League team. Other local teams include the University of Nevada Wolf Pack and the Battle Born Derby Demons, female roller derby team. Reno is also home to the National Bowling Stadium, which hosts the United States Bowling Congress Open Championships every three years, and is in the process of Triple-A baseball stadium (sierranevadastadium.com ).
5 Have a drink: Among the results of neighborhood bars, pubs and dives, a few watering holes are different. Sierra Tap House (252 W. First St.) offers riverside seating and a wide variety of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. products in the Chicago-style ambiance. Jungle Vino (touch Java Jungle, see No. 2 above) proffers an elaborate wine and mixed drinks in the environment of a wine bar. A Silver Peak Brewery (124 Wonder St. and 135 N. Sierra St.) makes it arguably the best beer in the country.
6 Bring something home: The new West Street Market (West Street is located between First and Second streets) has more farmers' markets and festivals, as well as permanent bakery, wine bar, gift shops and restaurants. Chocolate Bar (475 S. Arlington Ave.) sells high-end chocolates, truffles and other beverages, as well as "small-plate" dishes. Also, a general souvenir shops are common on West Street in the casinos, especially near Reno Arch (Virginia Street between Second and Third streets ).
7 Learn more: Besides being a work of art in its own right, Nevada Museum of Art (160 W. Liberty Street) has a rotating and permanent display in many media. Wilbur D. May Center (1595 N. Sierra St.) houses the museum of stuffed, exotic animals and artifacts, an arboretum, and Great Basin Adventure - a semi-educational, semi-recreational and entertainment park. Nearby, at the University of Nevada, Reno, (1664 N. Virginia St.) recently opened a stunning new multimillion-dollar student union and library.
8 Read more: List Reno Gazette-Journal is available in the city center, but visitors should keep an eye out for the Reno News and Review, a free weekly publication with comprehensive listings of local events and activities. Sundance Bookstore (1155 W. fourth St.), Dharma Books (11 N. Sierra St.) and the University of Nevada Bookstore offers all books of local and national interests.
9 Take performance: Bruka Theatre (99 N. Virginia St.) and Pioneer Center (100 S. Virginia St) feature live performances from the children's performances to the existential drama and opera. Nevada Museum of Art (see No. 7 above) sometimes hosts live performances as well. A Century Riverside 12 (11 N. Sierra St., in the same building as the dharma of the book) is the standard cinema that occasionally offers independent films with blockbusters.
10 Walk: Although it is certainly possible to find a homely setting in Reno (Visitors are advised not to wander too far east of the city center with no destination in mind), riverfront is a very attractive place for walking all year round. In the summer, children splashing in the river, and their parents living in one of the many parks or sip coffee at the cafe patios. In winter, the glittering lights are strung from bridges and trees and people crowded ice rink on the river (in the vicinity of First and Virginia streets, varies seasonally). Annual events such as Hot and August Nights Street Vibrations routinely attract thousands of people from around the country.
Simply put, today's Reno is far from divorce ranches and old smoke-filled gambling parlors.
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