Best places in Tahoe City

Discover the best places in Tahoe City, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 80 places in the city.

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Eagle Rock Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Really solid trail that’s not too difficult, pretty quick, and pays off with some great views. Can be a bit dusty/dry when it hasn’t rained for a while, but not really problematic. Up at the top there is plenty of room to check out multiple view points of the lake. Definitely worth the hike if you a...
4.90 (557 reviews)
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Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks
Recreation center
👍👍 Fun place for zip line courses. They have a range of course in the trees that scale from beginner to advanced. There was only a few times when we got stick behind people, which can cost you a lot of time, so keep that in mind. There was enough variety though that people are scattered around the park...
4.80 (393 reviews)
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Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet
Bakery
👍👍 Today we ate Sachet tort with raspberry sauce for my birthday lunch . Like everything I've ever eaten here, it was delicious beyond description. it doesn't get better than this for a bakery. The variety is wonderful. Wish I lived next door!
$$ $$
4.70 (757 reviews)
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Fire Sign Café
Restaurant
Classic breakfast & lunch fare served in a cozy, bustling diner with a coffee shop annex since 1978.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.2K reviews)
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Lake Tahoe Dam
Scenic spot
👍👍 A must see at least once during ones lifetime. The Gatekeepers Museum connects to the dam property. The bridge was called "Fanny Bridge" because drivers and passersbys could see were people's FANNY looking over the bridge. Haha!!!
4.80 (291 reviews)
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Commons Beach
Beach
Lake beach & park for swimming & sunbathing, with picnic/BBQ areas, family movie nights & concerts.
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
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Tahoe Luxury Properties
Vacation home rental agency
👍👍 Unbelievably friendly people every time we call and incredible service! And the property we stayed in was perfect. We got stuck 3 hours before check-in when another property management company cancelled our reservation last minute without warning. We scrambled to find a new place for the family reu...
4.90 (161 reviews)
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Tamarack Lodge Motel
Motel
Rustic lodge offering woodsy rooms & cabins with free Wi-Fi, plus a BBQ area & an outdoor fireplace.
4.70 (256 reviews)
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Christy Hill
New American restaurant
Elegant bistro garners raves for its French-inspired California cuisine & lakefront patio seating.
$$$ $
4.60 (370 reviews)
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North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - Go Tahoe North
Visitor center
👍👍 Nice and clean place. The ladies in there are very kind and knowledgeable. If you want to explore north Lake Tahoe and find some rare hiking spots, then definitely grab a map from them with some directions and suggestions. Make sure to stop by.
4.80 (174 reviews)
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Tahoe City Marina
Marina
👍👍 Highly recommend this place! The staff is very responsible and knowledgeable and patient. We don’t have too much boating experience, but they gave us a very detailed guidance. Most importantly, they are super nice to my dog! We all had a great time on the lake
4.60 (295 reviews)
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Tahoe State Recreation Area
Campground
Woodsy camp grounds features a lake with a fishing pier, picnic areas with benches & a bike path.
4.60 (284 reviews)
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Bridgetender Tavern and Grill
American restaurant
Relaxed, rustic tavern featuring American grub such as burgers, tacos & waffle fries, plus a patio.
$$ $$
4.40 (1.6K reviews)
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Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge
American restaurant
Log-walled resort offering rustic-chic lodging with lake views & fireplaces, plus a buzzy eatery.
$$ $$
4.40 (1.5K reviews)
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Wolfdale's Cuisine Unique
American restaurant
High-end destination for sophisticated, seasonal Californian cuisine, plus Lake Tahoe views.
$$$ $
4.60 (266 reviews)
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The Cottage Inn at Lake Tahoe
Bed & breakfast
Serene hotel offering woodsy rooms & suites in cottages, plus a private beach & free breakfast.
4.80 (146 reviews)
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West Shore Market
Grocery store
👍👍 I’ve been to the west shore market a handful of times. Most often and I go there to just get a sandwich. Today I stopped in my with my wife and we got the turkey club. That’s how much is amazing! The staff there was very super friendly to on our way out we made sure to grab a cookie to go with her s...
$$ $$
4.50 (395 reviews)
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Mountain Slice Pizzeria and Creamery
Pizza restaurant
Rustic, timber-clad eatery offering thin-crust pizza & ice cream plus a scenic patio on the lake.
$ $$$
4.50 (385 reviews)
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Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema
Movie theater
😠 Impressed with their selection of films and comfy theater setting. I hope to take advantage of the rental option at some point in the future and host a community event. Disappointed in the lack of tact the staff displayed and lack of inclusivity toward BIPOC customers. I definitely want to return an...
4.80 (138 reviews)
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64 Acres Tahoe Rim Trail Trailhead
Hiking area
Start point for a c. 170-mi. hiking, biking & horseback-riding loop through pine forest & meadows.
4.80 (135 reviews)
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