You'll enjoy the museums and coffeehouses in Virginia City Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia and Truckee Railroad or Western Historic Radio Museum.
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Virginia and Truckee Railroad
9.4/10 (30 reviews)
Ride the historic V&T Railroad through Nevada's gold rush country on a vintage locomotive journey. Marvel at panoramic canyon views while expert narrators reveal tales of the Comstock Lode's mining heyday.
Saint Mary's in the Mountains Church
9.4/10 (35 reviews)
Nevada's oldest active Catholic church showcases Gothic Revival architecture and a museum of religious artifacts. Inside, admire redwood columns and original altars while learning about Virginia City's boom years.
Photo by Hector N.
Open Photo by Hector N.
Piper's Opera House
9.0/10 (16 reviews)
This storied Victorian-era venue once hosted Mark Twain and Buffalo Bill on its historic stage. Step inside to experience the beautifully restored auditorium with its intricate details and hand-painted curtain.
Photo by Inna Blair
Open Photo by Inna Blair
Fourth Ward School Museum
8.0/10 (5 reviews)
Step back in time at this rare Victorian wooden schoolhouse from 1876, showcasing Nevada's mining boom era. Explore restored classrooms with original desks and exhibits on Comstock mining history connected to Mark Twain.
St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church
9.2/10 (39 reviews)
Nevada's oldest active Catholic church showcases Gothic architecture with redwood columns and stained glass. The basement museum displays religious artifacts and Comstock-era history in this serene 1860s sanctuary.
The Washoe Club Haunted Museum
9.4/10 (45 reviews)
This former 1870s elite social club now invites visitors to explore its haunted history. Take an evening tour to experience the infamous crypt and paranormal hotspots documented on ghost-hunting shows.
Western Historic Radio Museum
8.8/10 (8 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Western Historic Radio Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Virginia City. Check out the casinos and charming coffeehouses in this trendy area.
Mackay Mansion Museum
9.2/10 (10 reviews)
This 1859 mansion reveals the opulent lifestyle of John Mackay, one of Nevada's famed Silver Kings. Tour rooms with original furnishings while guides share tales of the mansion's haunted history.
"The stove in the hotel's kitchen was broken so there was no hot food for both of our breakfasts. Also, no hot food for both of the manager's socials. In addition, at the second social, the beer keg was empty and the replacement keg was all foam and warm rendering it undrinkable. Therefore, no beer. Many unhappy guests.
It seems it would have been appropriate to offer guests a rebate or some sort of compensation for these difficiencies.
Also, our room carpet had two holes in the carpet. ...
"I would give them 5 stars but since I have 5 nights reservation 7/16-7/21, I was told at check-in that my room would be clean on the 4th day (7/19). After returning back from a long day of sightseeing and hiking, I can to a room that was not clean. I immediately went to see front desk, and I was told that housekeeping attempted to clean my room on 7/18 but I had a “Do not disturb” sign on my door. Mind you that the change in the cleaning schedule was not communicated to me. Front desk mediated...
"I "specifically" requested receipt to be emailed but I never received. Today I had to submit my expenses and wasted so much time in calling them and following up. Such a waste of time. I travel almost every month so I really do not have time for such wastage of time as it all adds up... just NO NO for me!"
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