Great Basin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Utah showing desert views and landscape views
Capitol Reef National Park showing desert views, tranquil scenes and a gorge or canyon
Utah featuring tranquil scenes, mountains and vehicle touring
Capitol Reef National Park featuring tranquil scenes, a gorge or canyon and desert views
Utah showing mountains

Where to stay in Great Basin

Utah State Capitol which includes heritage architecture and an administrative building

Downtown Salt Lake City

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Salt Lake City
Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum which includes signage

Downtown Reno

3/5(9 area reviews)

Downtown Reno is beloved for its first-class casinos. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium.

Downtown Reno
Deer Valley Resort which includes snow and snow skiing

Deer Valley

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Deer Valley. A stop by Deer Valley Resort or Silver Lake Express Lift might round out your trip.

Deer Valley
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Montgomery Estates

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montgomery Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Heavenly Valley Creek and Bijou Community Park.

Montgomery Estates
Park City which includes a small town or village

Downtown Park City

The ample dining options and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Park City. A stop by Main Street or Egyptian Theatre might round out your trip.

Downtown Park City
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North Park City

4/5(2 area reviews)

North Park City is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and stunning ski slopes. You might also want to check out attractions like Park City Golf Club or Prospector Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

North Park City
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
4 out of 5
2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,912 reviews)
"Good time with kids"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

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Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Nugget Casino Resort
Nugget Casino Resort
4 out of 5
1100 Nugget Ave, Sparks, NV
The price is £69 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
£69
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star resort in Sparks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,430 reviews)
"It was slightly dated casino hotel and the restaurant was extremely expensive decided to eat elsewhere. Food options were plenty close to the hotel so wasn’t a problem."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Nugget Casino Resort
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
4 out of 5
2707 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV
The price is £90 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£90
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,643 reviews)
"It was amazing"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
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Tahoe Sands Resort
Tahoe Sands Resort
3 out of 5
6610 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe Vista, CA
Stay at this 3-star condo in Tahoe Vista. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (342 reviews)
"There was dirt dust and someone’s chapstick under the pull out bed . The hotel is just older and could use some updates. Everything else was satisfactory. We would stay again it was a quick fun trip with our granddaughter and she had a blast. We have been coming there for years the pool furniture ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Tahoe Sands Resort
Kasa Archive Reno-Tahoe
Kasa Archive Reno-Tahoe
4 out of 5
2080 Basecamp Way, Reno, NV
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort ...
9/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
Excellent stay
"Check in was fast and easy. Parking was also great. The property was kept up really nice. Our unit was clean and big with a balcony right next to the outdoor patio and grill area. Highly recommend this spot."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

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Holiday Inn Club Vacations David Walley's Resort by IHG
Holiday Inn Club Vacations David Walley's Resort by IHG
3 out of 5
2001 Foothill Road, Genoa, NV
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (815 reviews)
"Overall the location was good and the staff members were very pleasant. Initially we couldn't get into our room; keycards clicked but door wouldn't open. We called for help and after 10 minutes made a 2nd call. Someone from the front desk came but couldn't get the door open either. Maintenance finally ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations David Walley's Resort by IHG
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Popular places to visit

University of Utah

University of Utah

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.

University of Utah
Peppermill

Peppermill

With 10 restaurants, more than a dozen bars and lounges, a spa, 1,500 slot machines and 48 gaming tables, this Tuscan-themed resort is an entertainment haven.

Peppermill
Heavenly Ski Resort which includes landscape views, snow and forest scenes

Heavenly Ski Resort

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, climbing and partying at this massive resort with heavenly views of Lake Tahoe and the desert.

Heavenly Ski Resort
Northstar California Resort which includes a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people

Northstar California Resort

Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.

Northstar California Resort
Snowbird Ski Resort

Snowbird Ski Resort

Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

Snowbird Ski Resort
Park City Mountain Resort featuring snow, mountains and a garden

Park City Mountain Resort

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Ski on Olympic-standard runs, enjoy myriad summer activities, attend free concerts and sample lively après-ski entertainment at this very large U.S. mountain resort.

Park City Mountain Resort

Things to do

Reno: Max Action Arena Combo Ticket

Reno: Max Action Arena Combo Ticket

£30
per adult
Reno: Max Action Arena Combo Ticket
Hear voices from the beyond at the Underground Theater.

Reno Ghosts Tour

£24
per adult
Reno Ghosts Tour
Reno: XD Theater admission

Reno: XD Theater admission

£7
per adult
Reno: XD Theater admission
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

£13
per traveller
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour
Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket

Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket

£18
per adult
Reno: Zero Latency Extreme Virtual Reality Experience Ticket
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Reno: Gangs and Gamblers Haunted Walking Tour

£24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reno: Gangs and Gamblers Haunted Walking Tour
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