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The Gondola at Heavenly


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 34 attractions in Lake Tahoe
Traveller Description:
Hop aboard an 8-passenger glass cabin and be whisked 2.4 miles up the side of a mountain for breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada...... more » Hop aboard an 8-passenger glass cabin and be whisked 2.4 miles up the side of a mountain for breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Riders can hop off at an observation deck, located half way up, for even more spectacular sights. « less
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Attraction type: Tram, Ski area
Address: Ski Run Blvd.
Heavenly Ski Resort Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Tel: 775 586 7000

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4 of 5 stars
Madison, WI
9 Dec 2009

This is a gondola ride to the top of the Heavenly ski hill. It's a breathtaking view and a fun ride. The operation was well organized, easy to find, get tickets and everyone was very friendly. You ride the gondola to the first observation tower on your way up and there's a nice observation deck with fantastic views allowing you... more

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5 of 5 stars
Fort Worth, Texas
4 Oct 2009

Althought the price did seem a bit steep at $30 for an adult ticket the ride, view and adventure was well worth the price. Fantastic experience and absolutely outstanding view from the great observation deck. The second stage of the ride wasn't as exciting since it wasn't ski season but still interesting to hike around a bit before taking the... more

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5 of 5 stars
felix15
4 Sep 2009

At least once, you should take advantage of this attraction. Take a picnic lunch (sandwich, soda/water) and eat on the picnic tables provided on the first stop - the observation desk. Definitely worth the $30 per person at least one time. The views from the top are outstanding. more

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4 of 5 stars
Houston, TX
31 Aug 2009
1
person found this review helpful

As others have said, $30 seems a bit much, but it's fun to do once. We had lunch at the 2nd stop ($12.95 for good fish tacos). We took the "easy" hike up an access road to Nevada. Good wooded views of the backside -not the lake. Although the road was wide, that thin air packs a punch. Bring water.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Burtonsville, MD
21 Aug 2009

The gondola provides the most amazing views of the lake and stateline. A must see! more

20 Jul 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Rode this a few years ago with my wife when before it was really popular. Cost $20 for both of us to take the trip. We felt it was well worth it and had fun. We were planning to take the kids this year with their friend. The total would be $120 for the five of us. Having already done... more

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4 of 5 stars
san diego
2 Jul 2009

Pretty expensive ($30 roundtrip to summit and $38 for summit + Tamarack ski lift). Would pack a lunch and eat at first viewpoint. Very nice view! 2nd viewpoint has some activities for kids (expensive though) and a few hiking trails (which aren't really hiking trails but roads to ski lifts). Overall, an activity that I would pay for once but... more

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5 of 5 stars
Chicago
28 Jan 2009

The Gondola at Heavenly is definitely worth a visit! The view are amazing! While the ticket price is a bit steep, the adventure area at the top of the gondola has activities, such as zip lining, and a bar and grill. The village, where the gondola is located, has several bars and restaurants, as well as an ice skating rink!... more

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1 of 5 stars
Central Valley, CA
1 Dec 2008

Unfortunately this well regarded attraction was not available. The signs said closed for maintenance in preparation for the ski season until 11/21, and then was extended to 11/28 on site. No web site, including Heavenly, warned of this. Fair warning for those who may choose this location to stay at for ease of access up the mountain. more

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5 of 5 stars
Sacramento
23 Jun 2008
6
people found this review helpful

This is something that you should do when visiting Tahoe- I wouldn't do this every time, or more than twice in my life probably, as it costs $30 per person and would get expensive, but it's definitely something you should do once. You basically get in private enclosed gondola that takes you up 9,000 feet. The view is incredible and... more

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The Gondola at Heavenly Address

Ski Run Blvd., Heavenly Ski Resort, Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Tel: 775 586 7000