Popular places to visit
Heavenly Gondola
Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.
Lakeside Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lakeside Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to South Lake Tahoe. In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
Fallen Leaf Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fallen Leaf Lake during your travels in South Lake Tahoe. Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its ski slopes.
Pope Beach
Take the family to this well-equipped long strip of soft white sand, where the clean, clear waters of southern Lake Tahoe gently lap the shore.
Regan Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Regan Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to South Lake Tahoe. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Taylor Creek Visitor Center
Learn about the nature of Taylor Creek Stream through self-guided trails and an interpretive look at the stream from below the surface.
Things to do
Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise
Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise
Heavenly Premium Ski Rental Including Delivery
Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Top hotels in Y Area
Emerald Bay Lodge
Cute rooms, walkable to restaurants, bars, shopping. Rented an e scooter to buzz to the keys for a boat tour.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
The room was very clean, I had an issue at check in, but that was corrected by Mr. Brown, his handling of the situation was top notch. The staff was very friendly even after my issue at check in. I would like to thank Mr. Brown for taking this matter seriously.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
When I checked the staff was very friendly and courteous. We also got help with our luggage and the person who helped was helpful and gave us good tips for sightseeing. The only hiccup was the room don’t have a refrigerator and when I asked to move rooms that had a refrigerator they said it was not ...
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Staff was very respectful, rooms were very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Great time
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe - A Caesars Rewards Destination
We were in the Romulus Tower with large rooms, giant bathroom and a partial lake & Mountain View. Very clean and modern, easy access to restaurants and tunnel to Harrah’s for concert at South Shore Room. Ate at Wolf, it was fabulous! Get a reservation or you can stand in line for bar seating.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Y Area
Gardner Mountain
Though Gardner Mountain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mt. Tallac Trail and Lake Tahoe Balloons.
Highland Woods
While Highland Woods might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel and Lake Tahoe Balloons.
Tahoe Keys
Though Tahoe Keys might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Tahoe Balloons and Pope Beach.
Tahoe Sierra
If you're spending some time in Tahoe Sierra, Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel and Tahoe Trout Farm are top sights worth seeing.
Black Bart
Though Black Bart might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heavenly Valley Creek and South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena.
Al Tahoe
If you're spending some time in Al Tahoe, Regan Beach and El Dorado Beach are top sights worth seeing.
