Things to do… Places to See
AdventureDome at Circus Circus
America's largest indoor theme park, featuring two dozen high tech rides, a roller coaster, water slide IMAX film virtual boat ride, miniature golf, arcade and more… Admission is free, (702) 794-3939
Bellagio Water Fountain Show
More that a thousand fountains dance to music ranging from Pavarotti to contemporary hits. Shows begin at 3 PM and continue every 30 minutes until 8 PM; every 15 minutes from 8 PM to midnight. (702) 693-7111
Big Shot, Hot Roller & Ex-Scream at the Stratosphere
World's highest thrill rides located over 100 stories above the Las Vegas Strip. The Big Shot reverse bungee shoots riders up 160 feet in seconds before gently free-falling back to the launching pad.
Casino Legends Hall of Fame at the Tropicana
The history of Gaming highlighted in movie clips and memorabilia. The Hall of Fame features Benny Binion, Howard Hughes, the McGuire Sisters, Showgirls and members of Nevada's Black Book. Open daily from 7 AM to 9 PM. (702) 739-5444
Cinema Ride at the Forum Shops at Caesar's Mall
Six exciting 3-D simulators present two roller coasters, spacecraft, submarine, haunted graveyard and Warren Miller's Ski adventure. (702) 369-4008
Dolphin Habitat / Secret Garden at the Mirage
Guided educational tour featuring some the world's rarest and most exotic animals; View Snow white and striped White Tigers; White Lions, Black Panthers and more… Show runs 11 AM to 5 PM. (702) 791-7111
Eiffel Tower at Paris Hotel
Elevator ride to the observation deck at the top of the Eiffel Tower replica; offering an outstanding view of the Las Vegas valley, world-famous strip and the Bellagio fountains. (702) 946-7000
Excalibur Magic Motion Rides
Featuring two 48-seats virtual theatres that will take you on an unbelievable filmed experience of music and motion; open daily from 9 AM to 12:45 AM.(702) 597-7777
Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden
Free self-guided tours show every step of the candy-making in the chocolate factory. Enjoy free samples and take a tour of the Cactus garden. Open daily from 8:30 AM to 7 PM at #2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson. (702) 433-2500
Fremont Street Experience, Downtown
Nightly shows featuring 2.1 million lights and 540,000 watts of sound & music; shows last 7 - 9 minutes every hour from 6:30 to midnight (summer hours 8:30 to midnight) (702) 678-5600
Festival Fountain show / Atlantis Entertainment feature
Free animatronics show featuring fire, steam, lasers, sound effect and a 50,000 gallons aquarium; located at the Forum shops at Caesar's Mall. (702) 893-4800
Gondola rides at the Venetian
Enjoy cruising in an authentic gondola along the quarter mile replica of Venice's Grand Canal; Kids under 2 are free; runs continuously from 10 AM to 10:30 PM (Sunday - Thursday), and from 10 AM to 11:30 PM (Friday and Saturday). (702) 414-4500
Guggenheim Museum at the Venetian
See spectacular exhibits featuring contemporary paintings, sculptures, architecture and design, and multimedia art; open daily 9:30am - 8:30pm, (702) 414-1000
Guinness World Records Museum
The museum features 5,200 square feet of exhibits presenting collections, hands on displays, life sized replicas and record holders of local and worldwide acclaim. Open daily 9am -5pm. (702) 792-3766
Hoover Dam & Lake Mead
Considered one of the world's great engineering and construction wonders Hoover Dam is just 27 miles southeast of Las Vegas. Hoover Dam was built to create Lake Mead, which is among the world's largest man-made lakes.
Imperial Palace Car Collection
Witness Auto history displayed before your eyes with more than 200 vintage and classic cars. Open daily from 9:30am - 9:30pm. (702) 731-3311
Las Vegas Grand Prix
Four exciting Go-cart tracks, plus amusement rides and 7,000 square foot arcade with restaurant and private party rooms. Open year round 10am - 10pm (Sunday - Thursday), 10am - midnight (Friday and Saturday). Located at 1401 N. Rainbow Boulevard (702) 259-7000
Luxor's Futuristic IMAX 3-D Theatre
State of the Art film technology projected in 3 dimensions on a giant screen measuring 84" x 64". Call for current attractions and show times. (702) 262-4555
M&M Super Store
A huge variety of M&M candies and gift items; located on Las Vegas Boulevard, near the MGM Grand. Free admission, open 9am - Midnight (Sunday - Thursday), until 1am (Friday and Saturday) (702) 736-7611
Madame Trussaud's Wax Museum at the Venetian
An exceptional showcase of more than 100 wax figures of famous folks from history, film, sports, shows and concerts; also take a look behind the scenes at how the figures are created. Open daily from 10am to 10pm. (702) 367-1847
Manhattan Express Roller Coaster at New York, New York
A world-class thrill ride that dives twists and loops around the resort perimeter; offering a truly unique view of the Strip. Open daily from 11am to 11pm (weather permitting) (702) 740-6969
Masquerade "Show in the Sky" at the Rio
Visitors are invited to join the fun as a magical journey aboard fantasy floats glide above the crowd below; a cast of 36 performers dance and celebrate daily at 3:30, 4:30, 5:30, 7, 8, 9 & 10pm. Free to view;(702) 252-7777
Natural History Museum
Experience the roar and thunder of the most ferocious beast of all times… Tyrannosaurus Rex! Enjoy animated dinosaurs as you walk through natural history. Children will experience fun activities in the "hands-on" room. Located at 900 Las Vegas Boulevard, North; open from 9am-4pm; (702) 384-3466
Race for Atlantis IMAX Theatre in Caesar's Forum Shops
Experience a fantastic chariot race through the streets of the ancient City of Atlantis. Children must be 42" tall; open 11am - 11pm (Sunday - Thursday), 10am - Midnight (Friday & Saturday); (702) 733-9000
Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay
1.5 million gallons of sea water serve as home to over 2000 sea animals, over 100 different species, including 15 species of Sharks. Visitors marvel at the spectacle from within the tank via an acrylic tunnel and a sunken ship. The exhibits also feature rare Golden Crocodiles, Manta Rays, Sea Turtles, and other exotics. Open daily from 10am - 11pm; (702) 632-7580
Star Trek: The Experience at the Las Vegas Hilton
Allows 21st Century humans to see, touch and live the world of the 24th century. Board the Starship U.S.S. Enterprise or mingle along the promenade from "Deep Space Nine" and experience the adventure. Open daily from 11am to 11pm; Call (702) 697-TREK
Strat-O-Fair Midway at the Stratosphere
Enjoy Sky Wheel (a restored 1958 Ferris wheel), virtual bowling, the 'Lil Shot (a kid's version of the Big Shot) or ride a mechanical Bull; open from 10am to 1am (Sunday - Thursday) and from 10am - 2am (Friday and Saturday). (702) 380-7777
Video Arcades
In Las Vegas GameWorks in the Showcase Mall is the ultimate arcade for kids and adults alike. Hotel arcades include: Bally's, Circus Circus, Excalibur, The Forum Shops, Hard Rock Hotel, Luxor, MGM Grand, Monte Carlo, New York - New York, The Orleans, Sahara and Stratosphere. A local ordinance prohibits children under the age of 18-years from being in an arcade after 10pm on weekdays or midnight on Friday and Saturday unless accompanied by an adult.
Volcano Eruption at Mirage
A FREE spectacle as this 54' Volcano erupts every 15 minutes from dusk until midnight; standing at the edge of a tropical lagoon of palm trees and waterfalls, you will feel the heat on your face as you marvel at the sights and sounds of a violent eruption.
Water Laser Spectacular at Sam's Town
Sunset Stampede is a FREE show choreographed to a symphonic score through a magnificent 16-channels digital sound system featuring over 100 camouflaged speakers, which presents a unique journey through the Western Frontier. Show times are: 2, 6, 8 & 10pm. (702) 456-7777
Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo Hilton
A collection of Chilean Flamingos, African penguins, ducks, swans, pheasant, quail, turtles, Koi and goldfish. 24-hours viewing; (702) 733-3111
CLARK COUNTY'S
FABULAOUS OUTDOOR RECREATION
Bonnie Springs & Old Nevada - (702) 875-4191
Experience the look and feel of the Old West. Featuring a small Dogting zoo, old fashioned melodrama, and vintage store to browse; take Charleston Boulevard west past the Red Rocks Canyon area to Blue Diamond.
Lake Mead Recreational Area - (702) 293-8906
Lake Mead is the largest man-made body of water in the United States; and boasts more than 550 miles of shoreline. The lake is a major recreational attraction offering boating, swimming, water skiing, jet skiing and fishing. There are several Marina developments offering boat rentals, sightseeing cruises, boat launching and supplies. Fishing licenses are required and are available at the Marinas. Lake Mead is located 20 miles southeast of Las Vegas; take U.S. Highway 95 South and follow the signs.
Mount Charleston - (702) 872-5500
Enjoy a leisurely drive up to into the high country in the Toiyabe National Forest; picnic facilities, hiking trails, and a lodge completes the beautiful Forest environment. Temperatures are generally about 30 degrees cooler than Las Vegas. During the winter months enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Lee Canyon. Located 36 miles north of Las Vegas; take US Highway 95 North.
Red Rock Canyon - (702) 363-1921
Magnificent formations of colored sandstone make Red Rock Canyon Conservation area a favorite among hikers, cyclist and rock climbers. It is also a beautiful and enjoyable daytime excursion just to see the sights. The Red Rocks Visitors Center is open daily from 8am to 5pm. The Scenic Loop is open from 7am to dusk; a fee is charge for each vehicle making the 13 mile scenic drive. Take Charleston Boulevard west for 20 miles.
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park - (702) 875-4141
The Wilson Cliffs can be found at this historic spot where travelers on the Mormon and Spanish trails once rested. Tours of the Spring Mountain Ranch and other historic areas are FREE. The Park is open daily from 8am until sunset; there is a visitor's fee is per car. Take Charleston Boulevard west past the Red Rock Canyon scenic drive and follow the signs.
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