Las Vegas is one of the best places for a vacation in the United States. There’s something for everyone in Sin City, whether you’re looking to have a relaxed vacation lounging by the pool or go offroading in the desert. Entertainment is abundant in Las Vegas, and it comes in many forms. Sporting events, concerts, and theater shows take place every night on the Strip. Much like New York, Las Vegas never sleeps.
Spend the morning having brunch at a celebrity restaurant, then go sightseeing on the Strip. Pop into the Venetian for a Gondola ride, followed by a bungee jump from the Strat. End the night with cocktails in the High Roller, admiring the nighttime skyline of the city.
Does that sound fun? If not, there are two dozen other things you can do, and they’re all explored in this guide to the best things to do in Las Vegas!
Being bored is not an option in Las Vegas. The city offers so many things to do that your itinerary will be jam-packed from morning to evening. And city views are best at night, so don’t count on getting too much sleep.
Walking tours, day trips to national parks, and unique adventures are available to everyone in Vegas. Many of the top things to do in the city are free, allowing for a spectacular time even on a tighter budget.
Best of Las Vegas Quick Guide
Must See: Fremont Street, Las Vegas Strip, Las Vegas Sign, Seven Magic Mountains Where to Stay: The Luxor, Park MGM, The Venetian Fun To Do: Strat Thrill Rides, Neon Museum, Pinball Hall, High Roller Day Trips: Zion National Park, Red Rock Canyon, Hoover Dam Must-try Foods: Guy Fieri’s Pastrami Burger, LA Lasagna, Seafood buffet
Best Things To Do in Las Vegas
Sin City caters to all types of tourists with a wide array of attractions and landmarks. Even though it is best known for its extravagant resorts and countless casinos, a Las Vegas holiday doesn’t have to include either.
There are ways to enjoy the “city” without the “sin” part, and they include hiking, museum tours, and panoramic views. And neon signs, because it’s impossible to escape those. From the best authentic Vegas experiences to the top attractions to visit with children, here are the best things to do in Las Vegas!
1. Welcome To Las Vegas Sign
Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas reads the neon sign that has been greeting visitors since the 1950s. The iconic Las Vegas sign is one of the most famous in town and everyone who visits wants a photo in front of it. As they should.
It will probably be busy, and you might have to wait in line to get a decent photo. Go first thing in the morning to beat the crowds.
I recommend jumping on the Deuce bus to see the sign. Get a ticket that’s valid for two hours and you can get off the bus in front of the sign, pose for some epic photos, and take the bus back to the Strip.
Insider Tip: There are often professional photographers near the sign. They charge a lot for photos, but it’s not outrageous if you’re in a large group.
Practical Information
The Las Vegas sign is open 24/7 and is a free attraction. It’s very close to a bus stop accessible by the Deuce line.
2. Tour The Wedding Chapels
Countless people from all over the world come to Las Vegas to get married by Elvis at a classic Vegas wedding chapel. The popularity of Vegas weddings stems from Nevada’s marriage license requirements, which are as lax as can be.
The wedding chapels in Vegas have become iconic over the years. Even if you don’t want to get married at one, they’re worth visiting as part of a sightseeing tour of the city. The Little White Wedding Chapel, the Graceland Chapel, and The Little Vegas Chapel are the most famous.
See where many celebrities got married and pose for photographs. If you’re lucky, you might run into an officiant dressed up as Elvis for classic Vegas photos.
Practical Information
Most wedding chapels are in Downtown Las Vegas and a few are on the Strip. Most chapels allow walk-ins, so you can go in and ask a few questions to see the chapel’s interior.
3. Strut Down The Famous Las Vegas Strip (Las Vegas Boulevard)
Lined with hotels and casinos on either side, the Las Vegas Strip is the most famous part of Sin City. It’s the place to be in Vegas, whether you’re looking for bars, restaurants, casinos, or concert venues.
The Strip is essentially just a 4-mile stretch of Las Vegas Blvd, and it takes an hour and a half to walk from one end to the other. A quicker way to tour the Strip is to jump on the Deuce bus, which stops in front of every famous hotel along the way.
This is also one of the best free things to do in Vegas. Go for a walk at the right time and you can catch the Bellagio fountain show, the volcano show at the Mirage, and maybe even a free concert at Fremont Street.
Practical Information
The Las Vegas Strip is always open, with many 24-hour bars and restaurants. The Deuce bus runs up and down the Strip.
4. Hiking At Red Rock Canyon
Visible even from the Las Vegas Strip, Red Rock Canyon National Park is 30 minutes west of Las Vegas and the perfect excuse to rent a car. The park is best known for its red rock formations that rise to a whopping 3,000 feet.
Hiking, biking, and rock climbing are the most popular things to do at Red Rock Canyon. Horseback riding is also a great way to have fun at the park. Feel like a cowboy in the Wild West for a moment and enjoy the panoramic vistas of the towering summits.
Guided tours of the Red Rock Canyon are available and can take you around the national park on scooters and E-bikes. Helicopter tours are also very popular and great for views, but expensive.
Insider Tip: Venomous rattlesnakes are present at the park in the Las Vegas Valley, so watch your step.
Practical Information
The Red Rock Canyon is open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM. Tickets start at $5 for pedestrians and $20 for vehicles.
5. The Mob Museum
The Mob Museum in Downtown Las Vegas is one of the most interesting museums in Nevada. Set in the city’s former courthouse, the museum boasts four floors of exhibits on the history of organized crime and law enforcement in the United States.
Learn about the prohibition and its impact on mob operations, see the actual brick wall from the Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre, and stand inside a room lined with dollar bills from floor to ceiling.
Get premium tickets to gain access to the interactive museum experiences. This can be the Crime Lab, the Underground Speakeasy and Distillery, or the Firearm Training simulator. The Speakeasy and the Crime Lab were both amazing and worth every cent.
Practical Information:
The Mob Museum is open daily from 9 AM until 9 PM. Tickets start a $22.95, and it takes about 2-4 hours to tour everything.
6. Mojave National Preserve
Situated in the wilderness of the California Desert, Mojave National Preserve is a vast recreation area waiting to be explored. Attractions at the park range from remnants of mining towns to striking canyons and rock formations.
Because the national preserve spans such a vast area, we recommend exploring the area in a 4X4. This area seems like it was made for offroading and it is a ton of fun if you know the ins and outs of backcountry driving.
Kelso Dunes, Granite Mountains, and the Cima Dome are some highlights of the preserve. In addition to driving, hiking, backpacking, and biking are also good ways of getting around the vast park.
Practical Information
The northern (Ivanpah) park entrance is about an hour’s drive from central Las Vegas. Mojave National Preserve is free to access.
7. Tour The Hollywood Cars Museum
The Hollywood Cars Museum is a hidden gem in Las Vegas. It’s not a world-famous tourist attraction, so it doesn’t get too many visitors, but it has fascinating exhibits. Movie lovers and car buffs will have the time of their lives at this museum.
Spanning 30,000 square feet, it houses some of the most recognizable cars from the entertainment industry. See the vehicles featured on Fast and Furious, the Delorean from Back to the Future, and a 40-foot hot pink limo with a hot tub in the back.
In addition to the original and replica cars featured in Hollywood films, the museum also houses vehicles from Liberace’s collection. You can buy museum tickets on the spot with cash only.
Insider Tip: Visit the museum website and take a screenshot of the coupon to save $5 on tickets.
Practical Information:
The Hollywood Museum is open daily from 10 AM until 5 PM. It takes up to an hour to tour the entire exhibit and the entrance fee is $20.
Looking for souvenirs in a pawn shop sounds weird until you realize it’s THE shop from Pawn Stars. Made famous by the TV show, the pawn shop is an excellent place to find some special and unique items.
They sell everything from stickers and postcards to Picasso’s original artworks. It’s worth it to visit the shop just to see the unique vintage items on display, like a camera from the 1920s or the actual jacket Val Kilmer wore in Top Gun.
Rick and Chumlee still work at the shop full-time and often go out on the floor to meet the customers. With a little bit of luck, you might just get to meet them.
Practical Information
The Gold & Silver Pawn shop is open daily from 10 AM to 5:30 PM. Various trinkets are on sale for as little as $10, but the more unique pieces go for tens of thousands of dollars.
Tour the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Las Vegas lies in the middle of a desert, so it doesn’t have the richest plant life. You’ll see loads of palm trees at the resort beaches and greenery at the golf courses, but the Bellagio Botanical Gardens are truly something else.
Walk inside the conservatory and you’ll instantly forget that you’re in a desert. The 14,000-square-foot space is truly a treat for the eyes, with sensational decorations and gorgeous colors.
The Bellagio puts on seasonal displays at the conservatory, and every few months the Conservatory is entirely redesigned. Our favorite was the Holiday Display in December, which featured Santa Claus, the Nutcracker, and countless fairy lights on Christmas trees.
Practical Information
The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens are open 24/7 when there is a seasonal display. In between the displays, the Conservatory is closed to the public. Access is from the hotel lobby, and the entrance is free.
Fremont Street Experience in Downtown Las Vegas
Situated at the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, the Fremont Street Experience is essentially an extravagant shopping mall. It’s open 24/7 and adorned with so many neon signs that it’s hard to tell the difference between day and night once you’re inside.
What many people don’t know is that, at one point in time, Fremont Street was the most important street in Vegas. It was founded in the same year as Las Vegas, and it was the first paved road in the city. Fremont Street Experience is also the location of Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, the first casino opened in Las Vegas.
Nowadays, it’s more of a shopping arcade with countless shops, signs, and reminders of its history.
Practical Information
Freemont Street Experience is open 24/7 and free to access. The Deuce bus stops in front of the Golden Nugget Casino & Hotel at the entrance to Fremont Street.
Ride The Free Trams
Vegas has several free tram lines that run between popular hotels and casinos. These are great for touring the city quickly, without wasting your energy on long walking routes.
The main point of the free trams is to quickly get you from one casino to another. But the joke’s on the casinos because the trams are great for sightseeing. The line from the Excalibur to Mandalay Bay offers a glimpse of the Excalibur castle towers, Luxor’s pyramids, and the Mandalay Bay palm trees.
Trams from the Mirage to Treasure Island and from MGM Grand Park to the Bellagio are also free but with shorter and less scenic routes.
Practical Information
The operating hours of the free trams vary depending on the line, but it’s usually from 10 AM until 12 AM. Rides are 5-10 minutes long.
Bet it All On Red (Or Black)
There’s no getting around the fact that Las Vegas is the gambling capital of the United States. Millions of people visit the city every year for the sole purpose of gambling and it truly is the most quintessentially Vegas thing to do.
Play poker, roulette, and blackjack to experience the nightlife in Las Vegas. Put a few coins in the slot machines and who knows, you might just get lucky and have something to show for your Las Vegas trip.
But gambling is not for everyone, and I’m probably at the top of that list. If it’s not for you, there are 27 other things you can do that are more fun, many of which won’t cost you a penny.
Practical Information
Casinos in Las Vegas are open 24/7 and have a minimal buy-in of $5, usually for blackjack. Most are in hotels along the Strip, with easy access by the Deuce bus and the Monorail.
Lake Mead & Hoover Dam
Lake Mead National Recreation Area is a vast national park bordering Grand Canyon’s west rim. Spanning an area of 1.5 million acres, it is home to the iconic 1930s Hoover Dam on the Colorado River.
It’s only a 30-minute drive from Las Vegas Boulevard to the visitor’s center at the southwest entrance. Scenic views, hiking trails, and boat rides on Lake Mead are the highlights of this national park.
Guided tours from Las Vegas are available for travelers who don’t want to deal with the logistics of organizing the excursion. All you need to do is show up at the pickup point on the Las Vegas Strip and enjoy the rest of the field trip.
Practical Information
Lake Mead Park is open 24/7 and entrance fees start at $15 for pedestrians and $25 for cars.
The Neon Museum Las Vegas
Vegas is famous for its bright, neon lights everywhere, so naturally there’s a museum dedicated to all the neon signs that were taken down from the Strip. The Neon Museum is in Downtown Las Vegas, and it consists of a visitor’s center in the lobby of the iconic La Concha Motel and the Neon Boneyard.
Head to the Boneyard at night to see epic neon signs that were once mounted throughout Las Vegas. Guided tours are available in the evenings, and they’re great for learning the history behind each of the signs.
Many of the signs here were rescued from demolition, and some pieces are nearly a century old. It’s best to visit this nostalgic museum at night when all the signs are brightly lit up.
Practical Information
The Neon Museum is open from 2 PM to 10 PM every day. Daytime tickets start at $20, but nighttime tours are pricier at $45. A guided tour of the museum lasts 90 minutes.
Ride in a Gondola at The Venetian Las Vegas
The Venetian is one of Vegas’s most famous resorts, famous for its spectacular replica of the canals in Venice. And because there are no Venetian canals without Gondoliers, a visit to this popular resort is an excellent opportunity to experience a gondola ride.
Glide over the water in a Gondola, pass by the Grand Canal Shoppes, and experience an entirely new way of window shopping. The indoor ride also takes passengers under the famous Rialto Bridge, which is a shockingly good replica of the real deal.
Outdoor Gondola rides are also available and offer beautiful views of the Las Vegas Strip. Gondoliers serenade the passengers with Italian canzones, making this the most romantic adventure to be had in Las Vegas.
Insider Tip: Indoor Gondola rides offer a more authentic Vegas experience, but outdoor rides are less crowded.
Practical Information
Gondola rides take 10-15 minutes and are available daily from 10 AM until 11 PM (indoor rides) or 10 PM (outdoor rides). Tickets are $34-$39 per person.
Eiffel Tower Observation Deck
Head to the Paris Las Vegas hotel and climb the Eiffel Tower viewing platform for a spectacular view of the Las Vegas skyline. The replica of the iconic Parisian landmark is 46 stories high and one of the best destinations in Vegas for a scenic view.
Bright lights are the highlight of the Eiffel Tower experience, so try to visit it at night. Hang around on the viewing platform long enough, and you’ll get the best view of the iconic Bellagio fountains.
After the visit to the observation deck, walk around the Paris Las Vegas hotel. See the replica Arc de Triomphe and stroll around the cobblestone alleys modeled after the French Provence.
Practical Information
The Eiffel Tower observation deck is open every day from 12 PM to 12 AM. Tickets are $25, and entrance to the tower is free with the Las Vegas Explorer Pass.
Enjoy Some Live Entertainment
Vegas is often dubbed the entertainment capital of the world. There’s an event to attend in Vegas every night, whether it’s a live music concert, a Cirque du Soleil show, or a theater performance.
The city is famous for its residencies, which often feature the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Established by Liberace, the concept of a residency show has turned out to be incredibly lucrative for the Vegas venues.
Sporting events are also big in Vegas, and most of the big ones are held in the T-Mobile Arena. Home of the Vegas Golden Knights, the arena hosts basketball and hockey games, as well as UFC fights. Golf tournaments also take place in the city often, so there are truly endless opportunities for live entertainment in Las Vegas.
Practical Information
Live shows are available in all of Vegas’ resort hotels, the Sphere, and the T-Mobile Arena. Ticket prices vary depending on the type of show, but usually start at $99.
Ride The High Roller Observation Wheel
For epic views of the Vegas skyline, the High Roller is the best thing, shy of a helicopter tour. The Ferris wheel is 550 feet tall and the 360-degree views are out of this world.
It takes about half an hour for the High Roller to complete one full revolution. That’s plenty of time to enjoy the panoramic scene from the roomy cabins. There are 28 cabins total on the Ferris wheel and each one can fit up to 40 guests, so the waits shouldn’t be too long any time of day.
The High Roller also offers Happy Hour rides with open bars in the cabin. For $60, you can drink as many cocktails as you can manage during the 30 minutes you’re on the ride. It’s not at all a bad deal, considering the standard prices of cocktails in Vegas bars.
Insider Tip: Ride the Ferris wheel at night to see all the lit-up neon signs and hotel lights, for an unforgettable Vegas experience.
Practical Information
The High Roller observation wheel is open daily from 12 PM to 12 AM. Daytime tickets are $23.5 and nighttime tickets are $34.75.
Zion National Park
It’s about two and a half hours from central Las Vegas to the southern entrance to Zion. This day trip is best for travelers who are staying in Vegas for a while and have an entire day or two to spare.
The national park is a paradise for rock climbers with its towering sandstone cliffs. A shuttle bus service is available at the national park, for discovering its top sights at a quicker pace. It transports passengers from the visitor’s center to the Temple of Sinawava with some of Zion’s most popular trailheads. Book this highly rated tour to Zion and Bryce Canyons.
Angel’s Landing offers the best scenic views in the national park. Zion’s dramatic canyons are a jaw-dropping sight, and an excellent alternative to the Grand Canyon, which is much farther away from Las Vegas.
Practical Information
Zion National Park is open 24/7. Entrance fees are $20 for pedestrians and $35 for personal vehicles.
Pinball Hall of Fame
The Pinball Hall of Fame is an interactive museum close to the Vegas airport and the welcome sign. With an outrageously large collection of nostalgic pinball machines, this is one of the best family-friendly attractions in Las Vegas.
Admission to the museum is free, and most machines require just a quarter so you can start playing. Change machines are everywhere throughout the museum, and just $10 can buy you hours of fun.
Some pinball machines date back to the 1960s. They’re all restored and playable, allowing all adult visitors to travel back in time for a few hours and feel like kids again.
Practical Information:
The Pinball Hall of Fame is open daily from 10 AM until 9 PM. Entrance to the museum is free of charge.
Death Valley National Park
Situated just two hours outside Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park is the United States’ place of extremes. It’s the driest, lowest, and hottest national park in the country. Spanning an area of 3.4 million acres, it’s also the fourth-largest national park in the US.
Salt flats at Badwater Basin are the highlight of Death Valley. At 282 feet below sea level, this is the lowest point of the North American continent. Saline Valley with pools of hot springs is also a stunning sight, as well as Ubehebe Craters.
Offroading, stargazing, and hiking are the top things to do at Death Valley National Park. With dark skies and no light pollution, the park is a top destination for anyone interested in astronomy. You can also book a tour to Death Valley from Vegas.
Practical Information
Death Valley National Park is accessible 24/7. Entrance fees are $15 for pedestrians and $30 for private vehicles.
Experience the Las Vegas Sphere
The Sphere is a newly opened venue in Las Vegas offering immersive entertainment shows. It cost more than $2 billion to build the venue, which proudly boasts the highest-definition screens in the world.
With haptics in 10,000 seats and 360-degree screens inside, this is a venue unlike any other. The Sphere Experience is a great way to discover the new Vegas staple, and it starts in the atrium.
Interactive robots greet the visitors in the atrium, where they can see a fascinating holographic display. Then it is time to watch Darren Aronofsky’s film Postcard from Earth, which was made to display all the capabilities of this impressive venue.
Practical Information
Tickets for The Sphere Experience start at $69. The early afternoon shows are usually the cheapest and it’s best to buy tickets months in advance.
Helicopter Tour of The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is a four-hour drive away from Las Vegas or a 45-minute helicopter ride. A helicopter tour of the most famous natural landmark in the United States is undoubtedly one of the top things to do in Las Vegas.
See the Grand Canyon from above and gain a unique perspective on this natural wonder. Most tours also fly over the Las Vegas Strip, giving new meaning to the definition of a panoramic view.
Shorter tours take 3-4 hours, but longer tours are also available. They include additional activities at the location, usually boating and sometimes shuttles to the famous landmarks within the national park.
Practical Information
Helicopter tours start at $400 per person for shorter excursions. They usually take place in the late morning or early afternoon. Book it here.
The Strat Thrill Rides
The Strat on the Strip is home to the tallest building in Las Vegas. With 112 floors, the Strat rises to a whopping 1,149 feet, making it the tallest observation tower in the US. The imposing tower offers sweeping panoramic views of Las Vegas from its restaurants on the top floors.It’s also the best destination for adrenaline junkies in Vegas. The Big Shot catapults you 160 feet up in the air, while the X-Scream rollercoaster dangles you over the edge of the tower. Bungee jumping is also available from the top of the Strat.
If that doesn’t get your blood running, I don’t know what will. Even if you’re not into these rides, it’s worth it to visit the observation tower at night for the scenic skyline vista.
Practical Information
Adventure rides at the Strat are open daily from 2 PM until 10 PM. For $35 you get access to the observation deck and the two thrill rides.
Drinks At The Ice Bar
Minus5 Ice Bar is the only place in Vegas where you wish you had a winter parka. Modeled after similar establishments in much colder cities in Europe, the Ice Bar is a locale in which everything, including the chairs, is made from ice.
The temperature inside is consistently around 23°F, and all visitors are given gloves and a jacket as part of the entrance fee. If you ever need a place to cool down while you’re in Las Vegas, there’s truly no better destination than the Ice Bar.
Kids are welcome at the Minus5 Ice Bar and can enjoy non-alcoholic drinks in ice glasses.
Practical Information
Minus5 Ice Bars are at the Flamingo, the Venetian, and Mandalay Bay. Entrance fees start at $24 (no drinks) and go up to $75 for a VIP experience with two cocktails and a faux fur coat.
Tour The Eldorado Canyon Mine
Just 45 minutes southeast of Las Vegas you’ll find the Nelson Ghost Town. It’s one of the best places to visit on mini-excursions from the city, especially if you want to do something different from the classic Vegas experience.
Before the town was known as Nelson it was known as the Eldorado for its gold deposits, most of them in the Techatticup Mine. The area blossomed for several decades, until the disastrous flash floods of 1974, which destroyed most of the village and killed nine people.
Nowadays it is possible to tour the mine and the rest of the town, to see remnants of the old times. This is not an activity for the faint of heart because it’s eerie and slightly disturbing at times.
Practical Information
Tours of the mine are available only for groups of at least four people and are $20 per person. It is necessary to make a reservation in advance.
Dine Out At A Celebrity Restaurant
With countless celebrity chef restaurants on the Strip, the options for fine dining in Vegas are endless. Gordon Ramsey, Guy Fieri, and even Martha Stewart have restaurants on Las Vegas Boulevard where you can often get a table without a reservation.
The restaurants range from affordable fast-food joints to high-end fine dining establishments. Whether you’re in the mood for seafood or barbecue, several restaurants in Vegas will cater to your wants.
Even the buffet restaurants here range from cheap to luxury. The A.Y.C.E. Buffet in Palms Casino offers an affordable all-you-can-eat experience, while the Bacchanal Buffet in Caesars Palace epitomizes luxury and decadence.
Practical Information
Reservations are not necessary but are recommended, particularly for the more popular places. Go out for lunch instead of dinner to save money.
Photoshoot at the Seven Magic Mountains
When the Seven Magic Mountains exhibit opened in 2016, it was supposed to be on display for only two years. But Ugo Rondinone’s famous work became so popular that it quickly became a permanent installment in the Ivanpah Valley.
Situated just a 30-minute drive from the Strip, Seven Magic Mountains is one of the best photo ops near Las Vegas. The colorful boulders look stunning in photographs and strikingly contrast the desert in the background.
Visit during the day for the best views. And don’t forget to bring SPF because the desert sun is no joke.
Practical Information
Entrance to the Seven Magic Mountains exhibit is free. It’s open 24/7 and located just 30 minutes south of Vegas.
FAQ for Things To Do In Las Vegas
Is $1000 enough for 4 days in Vegas?
Yes, $1,000 is enough for 4 days in Las Vegas. If you visit in the off-season and shop around for deals, you could cover even the hotel with that budget.
Is it worth going to Vegas for 3 days?
It is worth it to go to Las Vegas for 3 days. You can discover most attractions in the city and you’ll have time for one excursion to a nearby destination.
Is Vegas Fun If You Don’t Gamble?
Las Vegas is loads of fun even if you don’t gamble. It’s one of the most fun cities in the world with or without gambling.
Can You Visit Las Vegas On a Budget?
Yes, it is possible to visit Las Vegas on a budget. Travel in the off-season for the best hotel deals, ride public transport around the town, and skip the expensive clubs and restaurants.
Tips And Information For Visiting Las Vegas
Best Time To Visit Las Vegas
The peak season for Las Vegas is from March to May and from September to November. The weather is warm but not too hot during the day and chilly but not too cold at night. Hotel prices soar in the peak season and crowds of tourists are in the city.
Between December and February is the best time for hotel deals and smaller crowds. Also, avoid Las Vegas in the summer at all costs. The temperatures consistently rise to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, which is not a comfortable (or safe) temperature for walking tours.
Getting There
Flying to Harry Reid International Airport is the best way of getting to Las Vegas. It’s one of the top ten busiest airports in the United States, with direct flights to many major US and international cities.
Several options are available for getting from the airport to the Strip. Taxis are the quickest and have flat rates from $22 to $30, depending on the zone. The Deuce bus also stops near the airport and it’s just $4.
Getting Around
Las Vegas Monorail and the Deuce Bus are the best public transport options for tourists. The Monorail runs from the MGM Grand Hotel to the Sahara Hotel, and single-ride tickets are just $5. The Deuce bus runs from the airport to Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas and single tickets are $4
Rideshares (Uber, Lyft), taxis, and even limos are all available for getting around Las Vegas. Car rental is the best option for day trips to nearby destinations, in terms of both cost and convenience.
How Much Time Do You Need
Five days is the sweet spot for Las Vegas. It’s plenty of time to see all the famous attractions in the city, but also for a day trip or two. A three-day stay in Vegas is enough for a quick tour of the city’s top sights and one short excursion.
A longer trip of 7-10 days is great for thoroughly exploring the landmarks around the city. Spend a couple of days in each of the nearby national parks, discovering all the stunning natural landmarks in the desert. But for Vegas attractions alone, three days should be plenty.
Where To Stay In Las Vegas
The abundance of hotels along the Las Vegas Strip makes it the best area for stays in Vegas. It’s the center of all action in the city, with all the best hotels, bars, restaurants, and venues. Downtown Las Vegas is a good area for a more historic feel of Vegas, but also for smaller crowds. Fun things to do in las vegas what to do in las vegas best things to do in las vegas
Hotels off the Strip offer cheaper rooms but aren’t as easily accessible by public transport. Here are some of the best hotels in Las Vegas for all budgets:
Las Vegas will welcome you with open arms, whether you’re there for a day or a week. The city is great in every season, hotel rooms are always available, and it’s a place where you can have heaps of fun regardless of your budget.
The only thing left to do is book plane tickets and figure out which of these Vegas attractions sounds like the most fun to you. From the Welcome Sign to Fremont Street, visiting Vegas will be an adventure for the ages.