







Las Vegas is pure exuberance, where anything goes... or almost anything! It is also called “Sin City”. What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas...
Las Vegas is renowned for its countless casinos, its reputation as a party town, its bright and colorful neon lights, its fantastic hotels, its theaters, and its plethora of shopping opportunities.
Most of what there is to see in Las Vegas is concentrated along "the Strip", a 6-kilometre stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard, roughly between the Stratosphere and the Mandalay Bay Hotel. The best way to explore it is on foot with a good pair of shoes, or by taking one of the city buses that run along the Strip between the different attractions.
THE STRAT
What better way to get to know a new city than with a breathtaking bird's-eye view from high in the sky? That is what you will find at the STRAT, a 350-metre tower that has dominated the Strip since 1979.
The best time to visit is in the evening, when you can marvel at the lights of the city. In addition to enjoying spectacular panoramic views, you can even try one of the heart-stopping rides outside the observation tower... Yes, outside: at the very top of the tower! Not for the faint of heart!
Summit attraction schedules vary.
ADVENTUREDOME
The Adventuredome is an indoor amusement park located in the Circus Circus hotel-casino complex that features a wide array of rides and attractions for visitors of all ages. It's a must for the whole family, especially on a hot day when it is uncomfortable to be outside.
WYNN
This luxury resort and casino was built on the shores of a magnificent artificial lake, hidden from the Strip by an artificial mountain whose pine trees, lush vegetation and large waterfall give the place an exotic feel.
Some of the resort's restaurants and bars offer stunning views of the lake.
BELLAGIO
The Bellagio is one of the most beautiful hotels in Las Vegas, inspired by the Lake Como town of Bellagio in Italy. Next to the hotel lobby, whose ceiling is adorned with hundreds of colourful hand-blown glass flowers, there is a large conservatory housing magnificent floral displays that change with the seasons.
The Bellagio's main attraction is the world-famous sound and light fountain show on the large lake just in front of the hotel. The thoughtfully interwoven spectacle of water, music and light is mesmerizing!
PARIS LAS VEGAS
This hotel is a Hollywood-style blend of some of the great Paris monuments and attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, the Musée d'Orsay, the Place de la Concorde fountain, the Louvre and the Paris Opera House.
The hotel houses one of the most beautiful casinos in Las Vegas with its lampposts, Alexandre-III bridge, covered market, cobbled alleys and Fontaine des Innocents.
MANDALAY BAY
This luxury tropical-themed resort is home to the Shark Reef, one of the largest aquariums in North America, with one hundred species and more than 2,000 animals, including 15 different species of sharks.
For a few extra dollars, you can add the Undersea Explorer VR Experience to your visit.
Mandalay Bay also has a magnificent aquatic playground featuring lush vegetation, a real sandy beach and several swimming pools.
THE CASINO WITH THE KIDS?To get the whole family into the Las Vegas spirit without spending a fortune, there are many arcades where the kids can enjoy a wide range of games. The Fun Dungeon at the Excalibur Hotel is particularly popular for its many Redemption Games, where players earn tickets that can be exchanged for prizes. |
FREMONT STREET
Perpendicular to the Strip and just north of South Las Vegas Boulevard, Fremont Street is the heart of Old Downtown Vegas.
Its pedestrian section, between Main Street and 4th, is lined with souvenirs shops and casino hotels, including the oldest casino in downtown Las Vegas, the Golden Gate Hotel & Casino (1906), and other iconic establishments including Binion's Horseshoe (1931), the Golden Nugget (1946) and the Fitzgerald (1980).
You need to go at night to live the Fremont Street Experience – Viva Vision, a sound and light show presented on an immense canopy screen measuring 457 m by 27 m, suspended at a height of 27 metres above the heads of the crowd.
Special events and free concerts are also held there.
"WELCOME TO FABULOUS LAS VEGAS" SIGN
What could be a more typical Vegas experience than to have your photo taken next to the famous "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign? If this is something that interests you, you will find the sign on the Las Vegas Strip, near the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, at the south entrance of the city. You can get there by bus: take the Deuce Bus or the SDX (Strip & Downtown Express), get off at the Mandalay Bay and walk south for about 15 minutes.
If you prefer to drive, there is a small 12-space parking lot next to the iconic sign. Note that you can only enter the parking lot when heading south on Las Vegas Boulevard (not accessible when driving north). There are no spaces for RVs, but people still pull over and park at the side of the road when possible.
GETTING MARRIED IN LAS VEGASWhatever your taste or budget, if you wish to tie the knot in Las Vegas, you are sure to find the perfect fit. Begin by going to the Clark County Marriage Bureau to get your marriage license. This will cost you about $100. Then it's up to you to choose among the many different options available, from luxury hotels to the many chapels such as A Little White Wedding Chapel. Expect to pay a minimum of $50 for the ceremony, and you can even rent wedding dresses and suits, flowers, etc. on location. Don't forget to book the chapel! It is important to note that Las Vegas marriages are indeed legal and are recognized by the authorities in most countries around the world. |
NEARBY
VALLEY OF FIRE
This state park about 80 kilometres north-east of Las Vegas is a must if you have time and the desire to get out of the big city. International tourists rarely go there, preferring to stay in the city! One could say it's a well kept secret that you will love to have visited on your west coast USA road trip.
The park is renowned for its 3000-year-old prehistoric petroglyphs, its vibrant red and orange sandstone landscapes, and its many geological curiosities of all kinds.
Fun place to start and end the trip
Not the best place for a family trip :) One night would be enough, second night should be close to Zion.
(Translated by Google) What a shock after so much nature before. Here we are in a city that doesn't really suit us. Good to see at most.
(Translated by Google) We did not like Vegas, which does not suit us at all. Not attracted by the casinos, we only "visited" the strip by campervan due to, among other things, the distance from the KOA campsite (more than 20 km) and the exorbitant parking fees. A stop without interest for us.
Insane city
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