Visit the Sutro Tunnel & Site
History You Can Walk Through
Step back in time and explore one of Nevada's most important historic mining sites: the legendary Sutro Tunnel.
A visit to the Sutro Tunnel is like stepping into a forgotten chapter of Nevada history. Wander among 11 historic buildings, explore the museum, discover the remains of a once-thriving mining community, and experience the stories of the people who helped shape Nevada's mining history.
Today, Friends of Sutro Tunnel is actively working to preserve and restore the legendary Sutro.
Ways To Visit
- Self-Guided Tours
- Guided History Tours
- Private Tours
- School Field Trips
- Media / Film Requests
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Self-Guided Tours
Explore the Sutro Tunnel Historic Site at your own pace.
Take your time as you stroll through the historic townsite, visit the museum, enjoy scenic views, and learn about one of Nevada's most remarkable mining stories through interpretive displays and exhibits located throughout the property.
Self-Guided Tours Include:
- Access to the historic Sutro Site
- Admission to the Sutro Tunnel Museum
- Viewing of 11 historic buildings and structures
- Historic maps and interpretive displays
- Photography and sightseeing opportunities
- A chance to observe ongoing restoration and preservation efforts
Self-Guided Tours are available Thursday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
* Please Note: Self-Guided Tours do not include access inside the Sutro Tunnel or entry into historic buildings.
*Note: All visitors must have a completed Waiver of Liability to be on site. Download, complete, and bring it with you on your visit.
Guided History Tours
Go beyond the surface and discover the remarkable stories behind one of Nevada's most important historic sites.
Led by knowledgeable historical guides, this immersive experience brings the Sutro Tunnel and the legendary Comstock Lode to life. Learn about Adolph Sutro's vision, the challenges of mining thousands of feet beneath the earth, and the engineering ingenuity that transformed the American West.
Your Guided Tour Includes:
- Guided interpretation of the Sutro Tunnel and townsite
- Access inside the Sutro Tunnel
- Exploration of historic buildings and mining features
- Admission to the Sutro Tunnel Museum
Guided public tours are offered on the third Wednesday and third Saturday of each month during the operating season.
*Note: All visitors must have a completed Waiver of Liability to be on site. Download, complete, and bring it with you on your visit.
Private Tours
Experience the Sutro Tunnel in a more personal and exclusive setting.
Private tours offer an in-depth exploration of the site with one of our historical guides and are perfect for families, small groups, organizations, photographers, and history enthusiasts looking for a more intimate experience.
Your Private Tour Includes:
- A personalized guided experience
- Access inside the restored Sutro Tunnel
- Exploration of historic buildings and mining features
- Admission to the Sutro Tunnel Museum
- Opportunities to ask questions and engage more deeply with the site's history
Private tours are available by advance reservation and subject to staff availability.
*Note: All visitors must have a completed Waiver of Liability to be on site. Download, complete, and bring it with you on your visit.
School Field Trips
Bring Nevada history to life with an unforgettable field trip to the historic Sutro Tunnel site.
Students will explore one of Nevada's most important mining landmarks while learning about the Comstock Lode, Adolph Sutro, mining technology, life in a 19th-century company town, and the people whose hard work helped shape the American West.
Our guided educational tours provide students with a hands-on opportunity to connect classroom learning with a real historic site.
Field Trips Include:
- Guided educational tour of the Sutro Tunnel Historic Site
- Access inside the restored Sutro Tunnel
- Exploration of historic buildings and mining features
- Admission to the Sutro Tunnel Museum
- Age-appropriate interpretation and educational content
- Outdoor picnic and lunch seating areas
Field trips are available by advance reservation during the school year.
Student admission is $2 per student. Teachers and chaperones are admitted free.
To schedule a field trip, please click the button below.
Media, Research, Film & TV Visits
Step back in time at one of Nevada's most unique historic locations.
With 11 historic buildings, original mining features, scenic desert landscapes, and the legendary Sutro Tunnel, the site provides a distinctive backdrop for film, television, documentary, photography, commercial, educational, and digital media projects.
Whether you're producing a documentary, filming a television segment, creating online content, conducting a photo shoot, or working on a historical production, the Sutro Tunnel Historic Site offers a setting unlike any other in Nevada.
Media & Film Visits May Include:
- Access to the historic Sutro Tunnel site
- Historic buildings and mining structures
- Museum exhibits and artifacts
- Scenic photography and filming locations
- Assistance coordinating site access and logistics
Media visits are available by advance arrangement and subject to site conditions and scheduling availability.
To discuss your project or request site access, please click the button below.
*Note: All visitors must have a completed Waiver of Liability to be on site. Download, complete, and bring it with you on your visit.