Location: Virginia City
Top Things to do in Virginia City
What to do and see in Virginia City, Nevada (NV): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
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
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
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. Virginia & Truckee Railroad
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4.5 based on 263 reviews
The V&T offers two options:From Virginia City: Seven (7) daily 35-minute narrated steam train tours taking visitors through the heart of the historic Comstock mining region to historic Gold Hill and return.From the Carson City area: A 6 hour adventure to and in Virginia City, including a round trip on the V&T behind diesel on Friday and steam on Saturday and Sunday. Approximately 90 minutes on the train and the remainder of the time in historic Virginia City.See our website for full details.
3. Piper's Opera House
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4.5 based on 53 reviews
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.
4. Bucket of Blood Saloon
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4.5 based on 221 reviews
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.
5. Fourth Ward School Museum
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
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
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4.5 based on 128 reviews
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
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4.5 based on 284 reviews
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
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4.5 based on 278 reviews
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. Silver Terrace Cemeteries
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4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By veronicau103 - Newark, United States
This is great place to see some local history and get a feel for the spirit world. Although I didn't come into contact with any ghosts it was a great look out point.
10. Liberty Engine Company No. 1 Comstock Firemen's Museum
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