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Stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard with many resorts, shows, and casinos
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The Las Vegas Strip is the newer main street of Las Vegas, offering boundless entertainment opportunities through gambling, restaurants, shows and more. Visitors with money to spend and the energy for nightlife will get the most out of The Strip, although since the 1980s attractions have developed for families and travelers on a budget as well.
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Inside of the casino is a display of trees and flower arrangements, changed once for every season and once for the Chinese New Year.
The Fountains of the Bellagio perform a magnificent display, set to music. If you have the time, it's worth staying for two or three shows, as it is not at all the same show every time.
A fine-art gallery. See website for current exhibition.
The only celebrity wax attraction on the Strip, featuring wax recreations of 100+ celebrities and famous figures.
A 15-acre garden with flamingos and other exotic birds, as well as koi and turtles.
You can take an elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower on the Strip, a half-sized replica of the one in Paris. This is a popular attraction, especially at night, for its excellent views of the Strip.
The highlight is walking through a transparent tunnel with sharks, sea turtle, fish on all sides.
Possibly the most famous of Las Vegas' many signs, this landmark welcomes visitors getting in from the south along the Strip. And even if one has arrived into Las Vegas some other way, it's still very popular to go there and take photos and selfies of the sign.
Pole dancing classes. For ladies aged 18 and over only. Advanced booking required. Pole provided.
Glow-in-the-dark Twilight Zone–themed miniature golf, on an indoor course illuminated by black (ultraviolet) lights. Good for kids.
Fly your body in a vertical wind tunnel. No experience necessary, all training and equipment provided. Safe for all ages.
Opened in April 2014, this is the world's tallest Ferris wheel at 550 feet. One revolution lasts between 30 and 45 minutes in an enclosed cabin with excellent views of the Strip.
America's 2nd largest indoor theme park with 25 rides and attractions for all ages.
A roller coaster that lifts riders up 203 ft, then drops down 144 ft, reaching speeds of . Simulates a jet fighter's barrel roll, with a 180° turn, a section that leaving riders hanging in the air, then twists and dives.
A one-of-a-kind spherical theatre that hosts musical performances, unique films, and other shows.
Aerialists, jugglers, acrobats and trapeze artists take the stage at the world's largest permanent circus daily. Expect standing room only at most times.
A classic Cirque show, full of amazing feats, impressive costumes, and humor. Definitely worth the time and money. Although it's family-friendly, it verges on too intense and psychedelic for younger children, so consider avoiding for children who are under eight.
The stage at the Bellagio contains a 1.5-million gallon swimming pool, from which most performers emerge and retreat to. It's an incredibly impressive show.
Spectacular show that tells a tale of imperial twins on a journey to fulfill their destinies.
A tribute to the King of Pop.
A carnival themed mix of comedy, acrobats, and provocative performances. Filled with blue comedy, not for the timid. Adults only.
The silent Blue Men perform all sorts of experimental music on unconventional instruments.
Extraordinary talents of performing pets. Highly entertaining for children.
Adults-only (18+, photo ID required) cabaret and variety show combining burlesque-style dance, acrobatics and comedy.
A medieval themed dinner show featuring knights, horses, swordfights, and other performances.
Includes magic, special effects, death-defying stunts, wild comedy, visual artists.
A trip back to the swank days of Frank, Dino and Sammy features a tap dance number, a tribute to Gladys Knight and a performance of the Can-Can.
Includes the Motown hits of Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Temptations, Tina Turner, The Four Tops and Motown diva Diana Ross & The Supremes as they rock the stage.
One of the world's most famous magicians. Some of his best known illusions are making the Statue of Liberty disappear, walking through the Great Wall of China and flying over the audience (which he does nightly).
Comedy and magic, family friendly.
Family friendly comedy and magic in an intimate setting from winner of America’s Got Talent Season 9.
Vocalist Lorena Peril takes center stage. Steamy choreography and striking vocals fused with a touch of comedy. The high-energy production show features a variety of performances including salsa, belly dancing routine and celebrity impersonations by comedian Sean E. Cooper.
Showcases a variety of performances by six gorgeous dancers set to contemporary music. Combines high-energy performance with the use of props such as bathtubs, guitars, lollipops and feather boas.
NHL (ice hockey) team that made it all the way to the Stanley Cup Final in its first season in 2017–18 (though losing), and lifted the Cup in 2023. The city's first team in one of the "big four" professional sports of the US and Canada, they have quickly established a devoted fanbase in the Las Vegas area.
WNBA (women's basketball) team that began play in Vegas in 2018, after having relocated from San Antonio. Their arena is part of the Mandalay Bay casino/resort complex.
NFL (Football) team that began playing in Las Vegas in 2020 after relocating from Oakland.
The finals of the Professional Bull Riders series, a rodeo circuit devoted exclusively to bull riding. This isn't the only contrast with the city's other major rodeo event, the National Finals Rodeo held at UNLV's Thomas & Mack Center. Unlike the NFR, which is exclusive to the US and Canada, the PBR finals, held in late October/early November at the T-Mobile Arena since 2015, have more of an international flavor. PBR runs national series in Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and Australia, and all of these countries, especially Brazil, are represented on the U.S. circuit.
Three themed rooms for 2-8 players: Hostage Rescue, Mob Boss, and Crazy Professor rated from easy to medium difficulty.
Six escape rooms for 2-10 in five flavors can be found here: Casino's Dark 11, Code 13, Bugsy's Nightmare, Curse of Mapuche, and two identical versions of The Great Escape to allow teams to compete against each other.
16 exhibition cooking stations and a luxurious selection of extraordinary dishes. Dress is casual. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served, with champagne brunch on weekends.
Arguably the best buffet on the Strip, with the dinner menu including pre-split crab legs, venison, Kobe beef, and wild boar. Gourmet Friday dinner includes Beef Wellington, Rack of Lamb, Veal Ossobuco, Grilled Swordfish, and Curried Duck Legs. The Buffet has spectacular selections from Italy, China, and Japan as well as fresh seafood and traditional American food. Wait to enter can be 90 minutes or more.
Surprisingly inexpensive lunches for a restaurant on the strip. Not fine dining by any means, but a filling and tasty meal if you're trying not to break the bank.
Breakfast sandwiches made with farm-fresh eggs and a delicious brioche bun. Expect a 45 minute line on weekend mornings.
American food with enormous servings—two or three people can easily share an order. Has a few locations, including one on the strip, one downtown, and a couple further out.
A fun tropical-themed restaurant featuring dishes named after many of Jimmy Buffett's songs (for example: the Cheeseburger in Paradise). At happy hour from 5-6PM they have beer for $0.05.
With a brightly colored decor and festive atmosphere, chef Bobby Flay serves us some tasty Southwestern food with flair.
Nice restaurant serving mostly steaks and seafood. The staff makes a tribute to the restaurant's location by talking with French accent.
1970s space-age decor and waitresses that call you 'hon'.
Prime cuts of beef, sides, an extensive wine list and desserts based on the New York Strip House.
Considered to be a hidden gem, The Steak House at Circus Circus doesn't seem fit in with its surroundings; indeed, it has been consistently voted one of the best steaks in Las Vegas for over twenty years. Beautiful decor, outstanding food, and impeccable service, as well as an extensive wine list.
Considered to be one of the best steak houses in America.
Sophisticated French Michelin-starred restaurant with dim lighting, ruby red furniture, and spectacular food.
This is the Las Vegas entry of Michelin star-awarded chef David Chang, serving his inventive take on ramen noodle soup and other Asian inspired dishes.
Cuban-themed lounge offering more than 100 different cigars and a good selection of whiskeys. Try the $40 Opus X cigar.
This pub was constructed in Ireland and then shipped to Las Vegas. A great Irish band plays most nights starting around 9PM, the crowd is always energetic, and the Guinness and Bass flow easily.
Skyfall, on the 64th floor atop the Delano Hotel at Mandalay Bay, offers guests views of the Strip and the Las Vegas Valley from its floor-to-ceiling windows and terraces.
One of the oldest and smallest nightclubs on the Las Vegas Strip. Often plays a hybrid of top 40, rap, and hip hop.
At the time of opening, the most expensive nightclub in the world. Known for Sunday nightswim pool parties, and features a hybrid indoor-outdoor setup. XS and its sister club Encore Beach Club most frequently book millennial-level EDM artists, with their most well known residents being Diplo, the Chainsmokers, and Marshmello.
EBC
A nighttime pool party located at the primarily day-centric Encore Beach Club. Part of Wynn Nightlife, EBC hosts many of the same residents as Wynn
The newest nightclub on the Las Vegas Strip, and has had a trend of booking headliners which appeal to Generation Z more so than the other nightclubs on the Strip. LIV frequently markets its kinetic lighting display above the dance floor as the "halo". LIV most commonly books new EDM talent, though occasionally hosts rappers such as 50 Cent.
An offshoot of the famous Singapore nightclub, Zouk features a mix of talent and performers on residency, such as James Hype, Don Toliver, Lil Jon, and Allison Wonderland.
Perhaps one of the most recognizable clubs on the Strip after its appearance in the movie F1, Omnia is also one of the few clubs that almost never offers an open bar. Omnia is routinely an EDM center, opening its main room to host well-known headliners on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, though on Thursdays, it restricts its opening to only one of its smaller Heart of Omnia lounge, or to its rooftop terrace, preferring to host local DJs. Omnia also does this on Sundays for its Latin nights. Regular performers include Zedd, Martin Garrix, and Fisher.
Renovated, Marquee regularly hosts EDM, though on Wednesdays, host niche house brands in a smaller room nicknamed "Lowkey in the Library". Marquee's most recurring residents are Cedric Gervais, Dmitri Vegas, and Chris Lake.
A smaller nightclub, Jewel is a common home for hip hop DJs on the Vegas Strip.
One of the most well-known nightlife spots in Las Vegas, Hakkasan traditionally hosts smaller R&B nights inside of its lounge level on Wednesdays, while opening up its main room on Thursdays for EDM, Fridays for Hip Hop, and Saturdays for EDM. Well known as one of the most common homes of Steve Aoki and Pauly D, alongside Tyga and Twinsick.
Has a pool, free wifi, lots of parking and nearby to several bus stops.
Located behind the Tropicana and a quick walk to the Strip or monorail.
A small non-gaming boutique hotel, popular among younger crowds seeking a vibrant night scene.
A moderate hotel and casino, but the location at the center of the Strip and the large rooms makes it one of the best values around.
A cheaper and less upscale casino that caters to families. The Manor Motor Lodge is in poor shape; the Tower rooms are somewhat better.
Named after the mythical sword of King Arthur, this family friendly hotel has a large pool and rides for the kids.
A pink-colored resort in the middle of the Strip, the Flamingo was one of the first casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, and is famous for being owned by Bugsy Siegel.
formerly Monte Carlo
Modeled after the opulent Place du Casino in Monte Carlo. Non-smoking casino and hotel.
826 rooms and suites offer understated style. Non-smoking.
Until 2012 known as the Imperial Palace and briefly known as The Quad. It has been refurbished and is surrounded by many forms of entertainment. The Linq Hotel offers access to the High Roller and Brooklyn Bowl, a nightlife bowling alley with live music. It also has many lounges, sports bars, and restaurants. In addition to the usual game tables, slot machines and restaurants, the Linq also hosts a car museum and the Polaroid Fotobar.
An Egyptian-themed hotel with a massive pyramid that offers interesting room layouts. This hotel is a good option for those looking for a lower-priced but still upscale room on the Strip.
A boutique hotel and casino with over 1,600 guest rooms and suites, gaming, two pools, and diverse restaurant and nightlife options.
64 floors. Sweeping panoramic views of the city. 1,232 suites and 50 penthouse suites, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows. The Spa at Trump and Health Club.
Built at a cost of $2.7 billion, this is the most expensive resort in the world, with the money plowed into (among other things) a private golf course, an artificial mountain with a 5-story waterfall and a million-gallon water tank for the nightly show.
A high-end hotel located near the center of the Strip and offering everything from the Grand Canal shops to shows and connected to the Palazzo complex. Rooms are spacious with high quality furnishings although no coffee/tea making facilities and it can be a long walk from your room to facilities. Plumbing occasionally questionable (noise and temperature).
2,500 rooms, 2 swimming pools, casino, spa, fitness center, shops, 24-hour room service, free parking, restaurants and bars.
Renowned for its originality and features, Caesars Palace offers 3,300 hotel rooms and more than 26 different restaurants and cafes.
Renovated in 2014, a luxury boutique hotel on the Strip. Features gambling and a rooftop pool with dayclub/nightclub. 188 rooms.
One of the most upscale hotels in Las Vegas, the Bellagio features an art gallery, a massive indoor flower garden, and the Cirque du Soleil show "O". One thing to do at the Bellagio (you do not have to stay there) is to have afternoon tea at the Petrossian Bar; it costs around $32 per person and is very classy, but you have to book at least a day in advance.
A hotel casino with over 2,900 rooms and large gaming floor that replicates a pleasant Parisian atmosphere.
Two hotel towers, nine bars, 17 restaurants, 1,840-seat theater, gift shop, 800,000 square foot spa, pool and 300,000 square feet of meeting space.
The most luxurious, nongaming hotel in CityCenter. 47 floors. The guest rooms and public spaces give off a feeling of class.
Spectacular views and ultra-chic decor define the Cosmopolitan. The new 2,995-room resort features residential-style living spaces with expansive private terraces.
Opened in 1993, this Hollywood themed resort has 5,044 guest rooms, 6.6 acres of swimming area, 2 wedding chapels, 3 theaters, multitudes of restaurants, a spa and salon, a 380,000-square-foot conference center, shops galore, and 165,000 square feet of casino floor.
Located at the far southern end of the Strip next to the Luxor.
Occupying the top four floors of Mandalay Bay's main building, the Four Seasons is one of the most high-end accommodations in Las Vegas.
Offers nearly every major and deluxe U.S. retail chain store, numerous others often associated with named designers, a large food court and several excellent restaurants, all in a fully-enclosed, air-conditioned facility. Has extensive, free covered parking that often gets quite busy by mid-day.
A huge high-end shopping area that also offers free animatronics shows at Fountain of the Gods and Atlantis located at either end of the mall.
Another massive shopping area that features the tacky objets d'art shop featured in Martin Bashir's interview with Michael Jackson.
Another large shopping area with approximately 150 stores and restaurants.
A smaller promenade (at least in comparison to the others), but it contains a fair share of stores and restaurants, as well as the world's largest Ferris Wheel, the High Roller.
Harry Reid Airport is just southeast of the Strip, though the terminal is at the other side of the runway.
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Note that rideshare vehicles often have a different pickup zone than cabs, at some resorts it is not at or near the front of the facility.
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The Deuce is a double decker bus that travels between The Strip and Downtown along Las Vegas Blvd.
By tram
There are two tram options on The Strip, although they are not connected: The Aria Express connects three properties on the West side of The Strip, the Mandalay Bay Tram connects Mandalay Bay with…
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Expect traffic jams on the Strip, especially on weekends.
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