Things to do in Nevada, United States: The Best Historic Sites

March 9, 2022 Madelene Haan

Las Vegas is the place to go for the best nightlife, gambling, live shows and dining in the U.S.  But there's plenty to do in Nevada for all types of travelers. The state boasts more than 100 beautiful golf courses, and water lovers can relax on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Set your sights on the mountainous landscape, perfect for hiking, or tour the famous Hoover Dam. World class resorts with top of the line spas are located throughout the state's major cities and tourist locales.
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1. Chollar Mansion

565 South D Street, Virginia City, NV 89440 https://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/nevada/cho.htm
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Chollar Mansion

Reviewed By garygP8384TK - Lathrop, United States

This is a real mine. You see how it worked. The guide knew the history of the mine /you want a real experience, this is it

2. Dayton Cemetery

Cemetery Road, Dayton, NV 89403 http://www.usgwarchives.net/nv/lyon/photos/tombstones/dayton/dayton1.html
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Dayton Cemetery

3. Momument to Liberty Engine Company No. 1

174 Main Stree, Virginia City, NV 89440 http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Momument to Liberty Engine Company No. 1

4. Little Church of the Crossroads

317 Sr 227, Lamoille, NV 89828 +1 775-753-6749
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Little Church of the Crossroads

5. Grimes Point

Hwy 50, Fallon, NV +1 775-423-3677 http://www.blm.gov/nv/st/en/fo/carson_city_field/blm_programs/recreation/grimes_point.html
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Grimes Point

Site of petroglyphs that are said to be 7000 years old.

Reviewed By dardjordan - Fallon, United States

It’s great to reconnect with your nature inner spirit. This was the back entrance. We eventually found the right entrance.

6. Mackay Mansion

291 South D Street, Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-0156 [email protected] http://www.therealmackaymansion.com
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Mackay Mansion

At the Mackay Mansion Museum, we offer a unique site to Virginia City, NV. Inside the mansion we have original fixtures such as: chandeliers, carpet, desks, wallpaper, medallions, and more! We also off a large piece of property with two vast lawns along with large quantities of fruit and flower bearing flora. We also have a wedding arch for ceremonies and a patio that has a 100 mile view into eastern Nevada. We are open for tours 7 days a week and are open to all kinds of private events. Give us a call for details.

Reviewed By S8252ZAjohng

Do it! Tour is worth it and informative full of history and guide shared stories of ghosts and had video!

7. Thunderbird Lake Tahoe

Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitor's Center 969 Tahoe Blvd, NV 89451 +1 775-832-8750 [email protected] http://thunderbirdtahoe.org/
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Thunderbird Lake Tahoe

Thunderbird Lodge Nat'l Historic Site. Peek into Lake Tahoe's past with tours of this historic estate built by the eccentric Capt. George Whittell Jr. See the 600-foot tunnel, animal pens, the Castle-in-the-Sky, and the incomparable THUNDERBIRD yacht: 55' of waterborne elegance powered by twin WWII fighter aircraft engines and capable of speeds of up to 70mph.

8. Fort Churchill State Historic Park

Fort Churchill Road, Silver Springs, NV 89429 +1 775-577-2345 http://parks.nv.gov/parks/fort-churchill-state-historic-park
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Fort Churchill State Historic Park

Reviewed By rollonrollon - Fallon, United States

I took my puppy for a walk here. There is a nice walking trail. I found out when I got here that they have a campground. There is also a group campsite. We stopped there and got some water. I think there is access to the Carson River near the day use picnic area. Its $5 for day use and $15 a day to camp. I saw some people riding razor type vehicles down the road. They were coming from another campground. There is a little museum and old cemetery. Very interesting history of this place.

9. Nevada State Capitol Building

101 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701-3713 +1 775-684-5670 http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/nevada/nev.htm
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4.5 based on 158 reviews

Nevada State Capitol Building

Reviewed By 248jbc

Nevada’s State Capitol is amazing, elegant and rich in history and class. The staff is almost as amazing as the architecture.

10. Sherman Station Visitor's Center

1405 Idaho St, Elko, NV 89801-4050 +1 775-738-7135 http://www.exploreelko.com/attractions/sherman_station.php
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Sherman Station Visitor's Center

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