Nevada Car Rental Deals

Tips for the Region

Nevada, a mostly arid region, lies mainly within the Great Basi with the Snake River to the northeast, and the Mojave desert and the Colorado River to the south. The state is a favorite of gaming and entertainment enthusiasts who flock to places like Las Vegas, Reno and Tahoe. Nevada's western landscape is home to stunning mountain ranges. Take caution when traveling in the state's desert regions as gas stations are few and far between.

Important Cities

Las Vegas

Located in the Mojave Desert, Las Vegas is the largest city in the state. Known as the entertainment capital of the world, the city doesn't disappoint with an endless selection of luxury resorts, casinos, performance venues and first-rate restaurants. Chock full of fun for adults and children alike, Las Vegas can be both romantic and exciting.

Reno

Reno, also known as the Biggest Little City in the World, is situated in the stunning northwest region of Nevada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The city is also popular for its endless gaming, entertainment and cultural possibilities. The future location of the Tesla Gigafactory, the city is slowly transforming into a more youthful and vibrant destination.

Great Basin National Park

Situated near the Nevada-Utah border, the Great Basin National Park features an array of landscapes including the 13,063 feet high Wheeler Peak. Visitors also enjoy spending time exploring the ancient Lehman Caves, as well as the many trails that cut through lush meadows, lakes and glacial areas.

Climate, Cuisine & Travel with Children

Climate

The driest state in the Us, Nevada is known for its hot summers and cold winters. Spring and fall are the best times to visit since conditions are more moderate. Of course your rental car will come equipped with air conditioning so you can keep cool while touring around during the hotter months.

Cuisine

With world-class restaurants in Las Vegas and Reno, visitors to Nevada will find no shortage of outstanding international food selections, as well as classic American cuisine. In the north, there is a tradition of Basque cooking with unexpected dishes like chateaubriand, leg of lamb, and a variety of seafood, as well as Spanish mainstays like paella and chorizo.

Traveling with Children

Nevada is equipped with as much children's entertainment as it is adult diversion to explore on your car rental road trip in Nevada. From the Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at the Mirage to the Journey to the Center of the Earth at Excalibur and the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort, Las Vegas is a hit with kids. For outdoor activities, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area features the Children's Discovery Trail, a half mile trek for kids to hike and learn about the desert, and Great Basin National Park offers forest trails, cave formations, outdoor sculpture gardens and ski slopes.