Las Vegas

Travel Guide

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Las Vegas showing street scenes, signage and a casino
Las Vegas
Las Vegas showing a casino and signage
Las Vegas

Las Vegas Travel Guide Video

Whether you want to gamble all night or treat the family to great attractions and entertainment, you’ll find your favorite activities here.

Las Vegas, known for gambling and bright lights, also offers family-friendly entertainment and attractions. Stroll along The Strip at night and marvel at dozens of high-end casinos, many with attractive fountains, themed features and street-side entertainment.

Gambling developed in the early days of Las Vegas to attract men constructing the nearby Boulder Dam. Learn about the intertwined history of gambling and crime in Las Vegas and across America at the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, aka the Mob Museum.

Today dozens of casinos offer legal gambling, from penny slot machines to high-stakes tables, but you don’t have to gamble to enjoy Las Vegas. Entertainment ranges from Cirque du Soleil to comedy acts, magic shows and big-name performers, including Celine Dion and Britney Spears.

Gaze at the city’s one-of-a-kind structures. The Stratosphere Tower offers views from 1,149 feet (350 meters) in the air as well as catapults, sky jumps and free-fall rides from the dizzying height. See a half-scale Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas and replicas of the Statue of Liberty and buildings from the Manhattan skyline at New York New York Hotel.

The Bellagio’s fountains provide outstanding water shows with lights and music. Enjoy the conservatory and botanical gardens of this Italian-style hotel. See more than 2,000 marine animals at the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay. The Fremont Street Experience has zip-line rides and free nightly light shows. Enjoy 25 rides and attractions at the Adventuredome at Circus Circus. Visit 160 shops and restaurants at the Forum at Caesars Palace.

Experience outdoor adventures in less than a 1-hour drive from the neon lights of Las Vegas. Hike in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and explore the Mojave Desert. See the engineering marvel of Hoover Dam, formerly Boulder Dam, and its man-made Lake Mead.

The city proudly promises, “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” Make a visit to Las Vegas and you’ll want to stay here too.

Where to stay in Las Vegas

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Las Vegas Strip

4/5(8,468 area reviews)

Experience the dazzling lights, contemporary architecture, and diverse attractions of this iconic destination. Indulge in celebrity chef dining, catch a Cirque du Soleil show, and explore the highly walkable area with convenient transport options.

Las Vegas Strip
Downtown Las Vegas featuring signage as well as a small group of people

Downtown Las Vegas

4/5(663 area reviews)

Experience the vibrant Fremont Street with its unique canopy, nightly shows, and live concerts, or explore the Las Vegas Arts District's galleries and studios. Enjoy diverse dining options and the Downtown Container Park for shopping.

Downtown Las Vegas
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Enterprise

The first-class casinos and popular shops are just a few highlights of Enterprise. Make a stop by Casino at South Point Hotel or Silverton Casino Lodge while you're exploring the area.

Enterprise
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Summerlin

4/5(10 area reviews)

Occupying over 22,500 acres, this community boasts 230+ parks, numerous recreational facilities, and the 150-mile Summerlin Trail System. Enjoy shopping and dining at Downtown Summerlin, or explore the nearby Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

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Spring Valley

Located 2 miles from the Las Vegas Strip, Spring Valley features housing subdivisions, strip malls, and the large Desert Breeze Park. Explore the pan-Asian businesses along Spring Mountain Road, including the Tang Dynasty-inspired Chinatown Plaza.

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Lake Las Vegas

Lake Las Vegas is known for its panoramic lake views, and you can see some sights in the area like Lake Las Vegas and Reflection Bay Golf Club.

Lake Las Vegas
Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Excalibur Hotel & Casino

3.5 out of 5
3850 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV
The price is CA $16 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
CA $16
CA $89 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified resort in Las Vegas. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, 16 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (35,179 reviews)
"I liked the price but I wish they had more staff at check in."

Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2025

Excalibur Hotel & Casino
Treasure Island - TI Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

Treasure Island - TI Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
3300 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV
The price is CA $48 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
CA $48
CA $132 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (29,416 reviews)
"Great people"

Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2025

Treasure Island - TI Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Luxor Hotel and Casino

Luxor Hotel and Casino

3.5 out of 5
3900 S. Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV
The price is CA $21 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
CA $21
CA $93 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Las Vegas. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 10 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.6/10 Good! (31,316 reviews)
"Parking lot was dirty but they had a good system to leave the premises using the keycard, it made it a lot faster. Our room did not have wash towels or hand towels but were able to request them and get them in timely."

Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2025

Luxor Hotel and Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grandview at Las Vegas

Grandview at Las Vegas

3 out of 5
9940 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,307 reviews)
"Everything was as expected clean and good location"

Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2025

Grandview at Las Vegas
Palms Place

Palms Place

4.5 out of 5
4381 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11,960 reviews)
"The property was a great location for us to not be in the middle of the strip. The rooms were very clean and quiet but we had a day where we didn’t get housekeeping. We left the room at 9:00 am and turned the housekeeping light on but never received service that day. That was my only gripe but I ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Palms Place
Marriott's Grand Chateau (No Resort Fee)

Marriott's Grand Chateau (No Resort Fee)

3.5 out of 5
75 E Harmon Avenue, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified condo in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,171 reviews)
"It is modern, clean, quiet, not crowded. Well worth it because it can accommodate a party of 10 with all the 3 rooms, 3 baths, 2 sofa beds. It has kitchen and well equipped."

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2025

Marriott's Grand Chateau (No Resort Fee)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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