What hotels are near Historic Downtown Truckee?

Hotels near Historic Downtown Truckee: (0.01 mi) 3 bedroom and Den, 3.5 bath, sleeps 12, Lakefront with private dock DLR#004 (0.02 mi) Peaceful Truckee Cottage: Lake Donner Views! (0.03 mi) Views!!! Views!!! Great 3 Bed, 4bath Lake Front Home sleeps 6 plus floor space. (0.09 mi) Dog-friendly lakefront home w/ fast WiFi, private dock, & 180-degree views (0.09 mi) Donner Lake View all hotels near Historic Downtown Truckee on Tripadvisor

What restaurants are near Historic Downtown Truckee?

Restaurants near Historic Downtown Truckee: (0.12 mi) Donner Lake Kitchen (3.44 mi) Squeeze In (3.40 mi) Pianeta Ristorante (0.13 mi) Sticks Market (3.48 mi) Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats View all restaurants near Historic Downtown Truckee on Tripadvisor

What attractions are near Historic Downtown Truckee?

Attractions near Historic Downtown Truckee: (0.00 mi) Mt Judah Loop Trail (0.00 mi) Rainbow Bridge / Donner Summit Bridge (0.00 mi) Donner Lake (0.93 mi) Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum (3.59 mi) Tahoe Whitewater Tours View all attractions near Historic Downtown Truckee on Tripadvisor

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Donner Lake Kitchen

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Truckee Food Shop

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La Bamba

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1.8 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Vegetarian Friendly

The Lodge

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1.8 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Pub • Vegetarian Friendly

Front Street Station Pizza

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1.7 mi$ • Quick Bites • Pizza

Little Truckee Ice Creamery

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2 mi$ • Dessert

Wild Cherries Coffee House

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2.1 mi$ • Quick Bites • American • Cafe

Tacos Jalisco

102

2.1 mi$ • Quick Bites • Mexican • Latin

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Rainbow Bridge / Donner Summit Bridge

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Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum

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0.9 miState Parks • History Museums

Donner Lake Watersports & Marina

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Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area

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KidZone Museum

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Heather

Las Vegas, NV588 contributions

Worth checking out

Aug 2022 • Solo

It's a small little town right off I-80 with shopping and restaurants. There's also an amtrak station located there that stops right in the heart of Truckee. It's about 20 minutes away from North Lake Tahoe and 24 minutes away from the Donner Lake Overlook.

Written August 18, 2022

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zilphap

New Port Richey, FL351 contributions

Downtown takes a couple hours.

Jul 2022 • Friends

We visited the commercial downtown area. There are many shops including a book store, original artwork and jewelry shops. There are a few restaurants. It was busy, since it was the 4th of July week.
We did not participate in any tours or trips. We came up for the day from Reno. It was similar to the usual tourist shopping districts I have visited all over the country.

Written July 13, 2022

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sp4301

Medford, OR1,918 contributions

Walkable

Jul 2020 • Family

Several blocks of shops and restaurants are easily walkable and make for an nice couple of hours shopping and eating. We ate lunch at COMO, the food was good but a bit expensive.

The visitor center folks were very helpful with what to do and where to go. They even gave us a list of hiking trails in the area and in the Tahoe area.

You have to pay to park, but it was only $6 for all day.

Written July 21, 2020

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kathyh303

Newport Beach, CA426 contributions

Worth the visit for the cute shops and restaurants

Jul 2020

I was stuck babysitting my new grand baby and wanted the kids to be able to eat their lunch so I walked all around the town with the stroller. It is a very cute town with lots of kitchen stores, clothing stores for men and women, and great places to eat. I bought candy, baby toys, t-shirts, souvenirs, jewelry, etc. I also love to day drink at Bar of America or the wine bar upstairs.

Written July 31, 2020

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Thomas V

Oakland, CA17,081 contributions

Charming Old Downtown

Jul 2023

It's a charming little town and this is the best part. Otherwise Truckee is suburban California, but here it's a cool old west old town with nice sidewalks, some shopping, the train station, the tourist info center, and lots of food, mostly casual. Always a lot of people around.

Written July 31, 2023

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H C

Myrtle Beach, SC124 contributions

Quaint downtown worth a visit

Jan 2022 • Family

Very quaint downtown with some interesting shops and dining stops. We were there MLK weekend and it was incredibly crowded, and it doesn't take too many people before the small town is overrun. Quite picturesque when covered in snow and definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Written January 19, 2022

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Tammy P

Steamboat Springs, CO101 contributions

A great place to stretch your legs.

Aug 2023 • Couples

1-2 hour visit is plenty. There are little shops and restaurants to stop in along this stretch of a few blocks. Paid parking on streets and in lots (no free parking). It's a nice place to stop and stretch your legs.

Written August 16, 2023

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drmader

Orinda, CA2,195 contributions

Quaint w shops and restaurants

Jun 2020 • Family

Had an old west gold miner feel, cute clothing shops , sock shop,home stores , rail station, gas,snacks, lobster rolls and pubs. Something for everyone. Easy to park and stretch for a bit taking in the cute town or grabbing a bite

Written June 28, 2020

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Mina M

Aberdeen, UK40 contributions

Pretty little town

Nov 2021

The main street is so pretty and picturesque, it is really worth stopping and having a walk about. The town is small, so it does not take too much of your time, if you schedule a lunch even better. I would not necessarily say you have to stay in Truckee to enjoy it, but an overnight stay would probably be enjoyable too. The town itself is much nicer than South Lake Tahoe (but not being close to the lake has its downside).

Written December 19, 2021

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Maria K

6 contributions

Plenty to see and do

Mar 2022

Great town. Glad we took the shuttle from Palisades Tahoe Ski area to visit. Plenty of shops, places to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoyed our conversation with the gentleman in the Truckee Museum, next to the Welcome Center. Interesting history here. Loved seeing the trains too.

Written March 9, 2022

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