Pocket Guide to Las Vegas
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MainMain MenuMenu POCKET GUIDE TO LAS VEGAS Where Vegas Begins >> DOWNLOAD FREE FLIGHT & HOTEL APP HERE SELECT AN OPTION BASICS CULTURE PARTY MAVERICKS WEATHER LIVING COSTS AIRPORT TRAVELLER TIPS TRANSPORT Main Menu The Basics This is your go-to, tablet and mobile friendly, pocket guide to Las Vegas. Worry no more about what to do on your next vacation — the Expedia team have it covered. In this survival guide you will find all of the necessary information for a memorable trip to Las Vegas, from a comprehensive guide to public transport to all the information you’ll need on the city’s top attractions and hidden gems. Whether you’re travelling with your family, or if you’re looking for a more alternative venture, this guide covers all the aspects you’ll need for an enjoyable vacation in Las Vegas. TOURIST HOTEL ATTRACTIONS CASINOS ATTRACTIONS Basics General Tourist Attractions So you’ve finally made it to Vegas baby. It’s not all about winning a fortune in this fast-paced and vibrant city in the desert. Las Vegas is full of thrills and adventures - indeed just walking down the famous Las Vegas Strip is an experience in itself. Cool off in the evenings at the Bellagio Fountains, where a dazzling high powered water jet light show (try and say that after a few cocktails) each evening provides an unforgettable event. Or why not head to the shark reef aquarium at Mandalay Bay, where you’ll have the chance to see over 2,000 amazing marine animals including some huge sharks? Take a break from the tables and see the sights. Bellagio Fountains Shark Reef Aquarium Downtown & Fremont St Neon Museum High Roller Attractions BELLAGIO FOUNTAIN 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 With a dazzling show every half hour between 3pm and 8pm, the Bellagio Fountains offers the chance to see high-powered jets of water dance in the air to the timeless soundtrack of Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly. Stop by for a free show during the evening as you walk along the Las Vegas Strip - and feel free to come back again and again as different songs play throughout the evening. Book Tickets Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Shows run 7 days a week, Tel : +1 702 693 7111 every half hour between 3pm and 8pm, and every 15 mins between 8pm and midnight. Find Out More Attractions SHARK REEF AQUARIUM 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las W, NV 89119 With more than 2,000 animals on show, the Las Vegas Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay is a real bite of adventure. Summer hours are 10am - 10pm and admission is free for kids aged four and under. If you feel daring, you can get up close and personal with sharks, rays and other marine animals. Tickets are available from the Aquarium box office or online. Book Tickets Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT 10am - 8pm (Sun - Thurs) Tel : +1 702 632 4555 10am - 10pm (Fri & Sat) Summer Hours: 24 May - 1 Sept 10am - 10pm everyday Last admission at 9pm Find Out More Attractions DOWNTOWN & FREMONT ST EXPERIENCE Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Those yearning for a taste of vintage Las Vegas should pay a visit to The Fremont Street Experience. Located about two miles north of the Strip in Downtown Las Vegas, The Fremont Street Experience is a 1,500 sq ft outdoor mall that’s home to many of the city’s classic casinos. These include The Golden Nugget, Four Queens and Golden Gate, which offers a dazzling free light show at night. Book Tickets Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 702 678 5777 Find Out More Attractions NEON MUSEUM 770 N Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Alongside the ever-changing attractions and developments of Las Vegas, remnants of old buildings live on at the Las Vegas Neon Museum. This fascinating downtown facility exhibits the nostalgic memories of casinos past. Guided walks through the exhibit area allow you to discover yesterday’s Las Vegas. Tour prices begin at around the $20 mark. Book Tickets Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT The Neon Museum Boneyard Tel : +1 702 387 6366 is only available through a one hour guided tour. Tours are available 7 days a week and tour times vary based on season (roughly from 9am – Find Out More 8.30pm). Attractions HIGH ROLLER 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 When is a Ferris wheel actually an observation wheel? When it’s the High Roller! Not only that, it holds the Guinness World Record for biggest observation wheel - coming in at 9 feet taller than the Singapore Flyer and an incredible 107 feet taller than the London Eye. Not having any luck on the tables - don’t worry you can still be a high roller somewhere in Vegas! Book Tickets Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Mon 12pm - 2am Tel : +1 866 328 1888 Tues 12pm - 2am Weds 12pm - 2am Thurs 12pm - 2am Fri 12pm - 2am Sat 12pm - 2am Find Out More Sun 12pm - 2am Basics Casinos Walk in the footsteps of the Rat Pack at the world-famous casinos of Las Vegas. Dress suave and think big as you stroll the floors of iconic buildings like the MGM Grand, Bellagio and Luxor with its famous man-made pyramid. Keep your cool as you play roulette, blackjack, craps and slots. Fancy yourself a Texas Hold’em hotshot? Head for the famous poker rooms where the professionals love to flash their cash. Most of the big casinos have hotel accommodation attached, so you can enjoy a glass of Champagne in your room before heading downstairs for a night of Vegas excitement. Good luck and gamble safely. MGM Grand Luxor Excalibur Wynn Bellagio Venetian Casinos MGM GRAND 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 With more than 6,800 rooms, the MGM Grand is the largest hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. The 171,500 sq ft casino floor is open 24 hours and features a poker room, 139 gaming tables and one of the city’s most popular electronic sports-books where fans can see the big game results in total comfort. The resort’s 10 fine dining options include Hakkasan, which turns into a nightclub between Thursday and Sunday. Book Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 702 891 1111 Find Out More Casinos LUXOR 3900 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119 One of the oldest, grandest casinos on the Strip, the Luxor is truly unique. At the Luxor, guests have access to around 2,000 slot machines and dozens of gaming tables. Hone your poker prowess in the renowned Luxor Poker Room and dine afterwards at the excellent Pyramid Cafe. The Luxor is easy to find at night since the pyramid section lights up the sky. Book Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 702 262 4000 Find Out More Casinos EXCALIBUR 3850 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Opened in 1990, the Excalibur Hotel and Casino sits at the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana at the south end of the Strip. This 24 hour, Camelot- themed resort is known for its affordable room rates, 100,000 sq ft casino and the wacky daily dinner show production, Tournament of Kings. A free tram connects Excalibur to sister resorts Luxor and Mandalay Bay. Book Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 855 981 7764 Find Out More Casinos WYNN 3131 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 The dazzling Las Vegas Wynn Casino, named after the famous developer Steve Wynn, is located directly across The Strip from the Fashion Show Mall. Entry is free for Wynn Las Vegas resort guests - and in true Las Vegas style registered Ferrari owners also gain free entry. Other guests pay a $10 entry fee, though children accompanying paying adults are exempt. Book Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 702 770 7000 Find Out More Casinos BELLAGIO 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 The Las Vegas Bellagio hotel is known for luxury accommodation, lively nightlife and a 65,000 sq ft spa and salon. This elegant Italian-inspired resort is situated behind an eight acre man-made lake that hosts choreographed fountain shows set to music and lights. The 116,000 sq foot casino features a poker room frequently visited by professional players. Book Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 702 693 7111 Find Out More Casinos VENETIAN 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 What happens when the extravagance of Venice is combined with a 24-hour luxury casino resort? The result is Las Vegas’s Venetian hotel. From the Da Vinci inspired decor to its 120,000-square-foot casino, the Venetian exudes elegance. This 4,024 room resort sits at the north end of the Las Vegas Strip and offers more than 160 stores via Grand Canal Shoppes, a themed shopping mall. Book Now OPENING HOURS CONTACT Open 24 hours a day. Tel : +1 702 414 1000 Find Out More Basics Hotel Attractions Spend a few nights in Las Vegas and enjoy the 24-hour party atmosphere in this buzzing desert metropolis. When you feel like taking it easy, close the door of your beautiful hotel room and relax in supreme comfort - don’t worry, the party won’t stop while you’re away. Las Vegas’ iconic hotels often double up as casinos, as well as having facilities like spas, massive swimming pools, shows each evening and night clubs.