Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Virginia City, Nevada (NV)

May 16, 2022 Darwin Bolte

You won't find big chain superstores or fast food restaurants in Virginia City. Instead you will find streets steeped in the history of the Gold Rush and the birth of the American West. The once silver and gold lined Comstock Lode drew thousands of miners, including American writer Mark Twain, to its promise of riches. Now the town preserves its illustrious past with tours, restored historical architecture, informative museums and commemorative events for all ages.
Restaurants in Virginia City

1. Silver State National Peace Officers Museum

26 South B St., Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-7800 [email protected] http://www.peaceofficersmuseum.org/
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5.0 based on 41 reviews

Silver State National Peace Officers Museum

There is no other like it, anywhere! The museum, established inside the 1876 jail, features the finest and largest US law enforcement historical collection known. There is something for everyone with a kids station, old time photo opportunities, hall of history with artifacts dating back to 1714, and a wonderful museum store. The memorial room provides a place to reflect on the risks of the profession. There truly is no other like it. We have the largest collection of law enforcement history and our docents are from the law enforcement profession! Admission is only $5.00 with special discounts for teens and children under 12 are free with accompanying adult. WE ARE JUST ONE BLOCK ABOVE VIRGINIA CITY'S MAIN STREET, INSIDE THE HISTORIC COURTHOUSE.

2. Piper's Opera House

12 North B Street, Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-0433
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Piper's Opera House

This restored playhouse is back in operation.

Reviewed By wanderingcuriousness

We got lucky and had a private tour on a slow day. Our guide was very knowledgeable, and friendly and linked the history to important figures of the time, and some of the history of the other buildings, or townsfolk. Would love to be there during a performance. Was my favorite tour of the trip.

3. Bucket of Blood Saloon

1 South C Street, Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-0322 http://bucketofbloodsaloonvc.com/home.htm
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4.5 based on 221 reviews

Bucket of Blood Saloon

Reviewed By E1660TJannettem - Bend, United States

It was recommended that we stop in at the Bucket of Blood and I am so glad we did. The bartender was very nice and made a great drink. We visited during the off season so it was rather quiet. The view is amazing and free popcorn too! It is a definite stop for everyone.

4. Marshall Mint & Museum

C Street, Virginia City, NV http://www.marshallmint.com/
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Marshall Mint & Museum

A museum offering exhibits on gold pressing and information on the history of gold and silver mining in Virginia City.

5. Fourth Ward School Museum

537 South C Street, Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-0975 http://fourthwardschool.org/
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4.5 based on 174 reviews

Fourth Ward School Museum

Open May 1st through October 31st. Group tours available with advanced reservation. The Historic Fourth Ward School located in Virginia City, Nevada, is the Last-One-Standing. It is the only four storied, Victorian Era, Second Empire, wood school building in existence in the United States. This state-of-the-art building was completed in November 1876. It is home to the first two graduates from a Nevada school, both women, in the class of 1878. The doors to this 24,000 square foot school closed in 1936. Although attempts at restoration began in the 1960s, the building remained vacant and deteriorating until it became a museum in 1986. The Fourth Ward School building has been recognized by the state and local community as a significant historic site. The non-profit Historic Fourth Ward School Foundation has overseen the preservation of the building and operated the museum and gift shop since 2000.

Reviewed By Savethebestforlast

Nora was great, helped start a self guided tour.must go on line to make reservations. The history was amazing, the picture from the 1800’s were plentiful. The restorations to bring the school back to it’s original state has made the school stand out in the town. A must see if you love history. Great room on Mark Twain’s life also.

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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4.5 based on 128 reviews

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. St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church

111 S E St, Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-9099 http://www.facebook.com/stmarysvc
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4.5 based on 284 reviews

St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church

Reviewed By benjamincX7185HV

I attend Mass here every Sunday and love it. It’s because of coming every week since 2015 I converted to Catholicism. I feel at home here and love it!!! I can’t tell enough people about the History and why I love this church enough!!!!

8. The Washoe Club Haunted Museum

112 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440-9800 +1 775-847-4467 http://www.thewashoeclub.com
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4.5 based on 278 reviews

The Washoe Club Haunted Museum

Reviewed By juancarlosu2018 - South Lake Tahoe, United States

My 10 year old daughter and I were wandering around Virginia City with loose plans other than exploring for a few hours. We walked into the Washoe Club and the bartender was super friendly and welcoming. I’ve been to Virginia City before being from Tahoe, but it was with the boys on motorcycles. She let us know a tour would be starting at the hour and my daughter showed interest. Halen was our tour guide and was “Amazing “ as my daughter chose the heading for the review. True local with good information and passion. This isn’t just a job for him, it’s an opportunity to share his knowledge. “He believes”, based on his experiences growing up in Virginia City. I would say I was a neutral 5/10 before the tour and left at a 7/10. I would never say spirits aren’t real, just never experienced what others have. Definitely felt some energy in the building.

9. Liberty Engine Company No. 1 Comstock Firemen's Museum

117 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440-9800 +1 775-847-0717 http://comstockfiremuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Liberty Engine Company No. 1 Comstock Firemen's Museum

10. Comstock History Center

On the Corner of E and Union Streets, Virginia City, NV 89440 +1 775-847-0281 http://www.visitvirginiacitynv.com/attractions/virginia-city-museums/list-of-museums.html#comstock
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Comstock History Center

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