Best Attractions in Las Vegas

The Bellagio fountain is world-famous and is a Las Vegas staple. Its fountains shoot up an astonishing 460 ft. into the air and its show runs multiple times everyday. After catching the fountains, head inside to the beautiful conservatory, which is adorned with an endless amount of real flowers and dazzling exhibits that change every season.

Red Rock Canyon was designated as Nevada’s first National Conservation Area.  Red Rock Canyon is located 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip on Charleston Boulevard/State Route 159.  The area is visited by more than two million people each year.  In marked contrast to a town geared to entertainment and gaming, Red Rock offers enticements of a different nature including a 13-mile scenic drive, miles of hiking trails, rock climbing, horseback riding, mountain biking, road biking, picnic areas, nature observing and visitor center with indoor and outdoor exhibits as well as a book store.

You may need reservations depending on the season and you will need a vehicle. Cell service is rare here so Uber/Lyft isn’t an option.

The Fremont Street Experience is a five-block entertainment experience consisting of the world’s largest canopy screen, free concerts, and amazing people watching. Lining the Fremont Street Experience are some of the oldest casinos in Las Vegas.

High Roller is a 550-foot tall giant Ferris wheel on the Las Vegas Strip is the world’s tallest operational Ferris wheel. The wheel takes 30 minutes to complete and features 28 cabins. Enjoy the view of the entire strip as you rise to the top and slowly come back down.

Opened on February 14, 2012, the Mob Museum is dedicated to featuring the artifacts, stories, and history of organized crime in the United States, as well as the actions and initiatives by law enforcement to prevent such crimes. The museum is housed in the former Las Vegas Post Office and Courthouse, which was built in 1933 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is located on Stewart Avenue, two blocks north of Fremont Street, the main artery of the downtown casino district.

One of America’s Seven Modern Civil Engineering Wonders, the Hoover Dam is a must visit and is only 45 minutes away from Las Vegas. Entrance is free with guided and self-guided tours available, but just being there looking down the dam will leave you filled with awe.

With the greatest views of the Las Vegas Strip and the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States, the 1,149-foot-tall Observation Deck is your stop for all things ‘top’ notch. From gourmet sandwiches, ice cream and cookies at 108 Eats, to hand-crafted cocktails at 108 Drinks, the two-level indoor and outdoor deck features experiences for all, including interactive video maps and stylish retail shops. Take a leap with SkyJump, a controlled descent that spirals you down The STRAT tower or go for a spin on one of the adrenaline-pumping thrill rides.

The Neon Museum features signs from old casinos and other businesses displayed outdoors on 2.62 acres. The museum features a restored lobby shell from the defunct La Concha Motel as its visitors’ center, which officially opened on October 27, 2012. For many years, the Young Electric Sign Company (YESCO) stored many of these old signs in their “boneyard.” The signs were slowly being destroyed by exposure to the elements. The signs are considered by Las Vegas locals, business owners and government organizations to be not only artistically, but also historically, significant to the culture of the city. Each of the restored signs in the collection holds a story about who created it and why it is important.

Experience the wonder and tragedy of the world’s most famous ocean-liner, Titanic. Viewed by more than 25 million people worldwide, the Exhibition is one of the highest attended in history. Over 250 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of Titanic, as well as extensive recreations of some of the most famous rooms from the Ship, make this an educational and entertaining experience perfect for all ages.

There’s no better view of the sparkling city lights of Vegas than 46 stories high on the viewing deck of the half scale replica of the Eiffel Tower. Known as one of the most romantic spots in Las Vegas, this is a must-see attraction.