Downtown Truckee

Historic street with colorful storefronts and blooming tree.

Street with colorful storefronts and blooming pink tree, outdoor seating visible.

Discover Downtown Truckee’s Historic Charm

Step into Historic Downtown Truckee and you’ll feel it right away—the mix of mountain spirit and small-town charm. Once a bustling railroad and logging hub, today’s downtown blends its Old West roots with modern boutiques, art galleries, and dining that rivals big city tastes. It’s all walkable, welcoming, and steeped in stories.

Word After Word Books

Cooking Gallery

Riverside Studios

California 89

California 89 Home

Mo, Jo & Zoe

Atelier

Bespoke

Cabona's

Bluestone Jewelry & Wine

Gratitudes Gifts & Home Decor

La Galleria

Tahoe Oil & Spice

Truckee Variety Co.

Cultural Threads

Arbor Tahoe

Dressed Boutique

Kalifornia Jean Bar

Mountain Freak Boutique

Nomad Boutique

The Sock Parlour

Overland Sheepskin Company

Dorinda’s Chocolates

Adele's Attic

Tahoe-Truckee T-Shirtery

Uncorked Truckee

Wagon Train Coffee Shop

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Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats

Trokay

Pianeta Ristorante

MASA Kitchen

Casa Baeza

Old Town Tap

Pianeta Ristorante

Como

Bar of America

Craft + Logic

Buds Ice Cream

Drink Coffee Do Stuff

Coffee And

El Toro Bravo

RMU Truckee

Squeeze In

Tangerine

Truckee Tavern & Grill

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Piper J Gallery

Mountain Arts Collective

Gallery 5830'

Riverside Studios

Art Truckee

Museum of Truckee History

Truckee Railroad Museum

Old Jail Museum

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Snowy street with lit Christmas tree and festive storefronts at night.

Events that Light Up Downtown

Downtown Truckee is the stage for year-round celebration.

Truckee Thursdays: Summer evenings transform into street festivals with music, food trucks, and artisan vendors.
Parades & Festivals: From 4th of July to Halloween, you’ll find locals and visitors filling the streets.
Holiday Traditions: The Downtown Holiday Festival and Bud Fish Tree Lighting sparkle with Sierra magic.

Every season brings a reason to gather, explore, and make memories downtown.

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Stay in the Heart of It All

Wake up steps away from shops, dining, and Truckee’s mountain charm. Downtown lodging puts you right in the action — close to festivals, nightlife, and the historic streets that make Truckee so special. Book your stay early to snag the best spots and savor the full Truckee experience.

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