Virginia City, NV with kids

Virginia City, NV is a 4h 51m drive from Dublin, CA (244 miles) and rates 3.2 out of 5 for families with young kids. The best-preserved Wild West mining town in America, with a steam train and a mine tour. Good for 1–2 days. Budget roughly $1,000–2,000 against a fixed yardstick of 2 nights, family of four. Best months: August.

What to do with kids in Virginia City, NV

• Virginia & Truckee Steam Train See site
  Historic steam train ride through old mining district.
• Ponderosa Mine Tour See site
  Underground hard-hat walking tour through genuine mine shaft.

Where to eat

• Delta Saloon — Historic saloon dining

How it scores

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Common questions

• How long is the drive from Dublin, CA?
  About 4h 51m - roughly 244 miles.
• What does it cost for a family of four?
  Around $1,000–2,000 for 2 nights, family of four, including lodging, food and activities. Not the cost of the stay we recommend.
• When is the best time to go?
  August.

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Places with a real train ride · Trips you can do for under $1,500 · Best in August

What we checked, and when

True on the dates above. Prices and opening hours change without notice - check with the operator before you drive.

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