“The Entertainment Capital of the World” – that’s the identity that Las Vegas has earned over the years, and this is not without reasons. So, choosing Las Vegas as your vacation destination is a wise call. The city was dubbed as a sin city because of its casinos and nightlife. However, it has transcended as a hub of entertainment, cultural, economic and innovation-oriented activities in the past few years, thereby becoming the hottest tourist destination.
Here are top things to do in Las Vegas
1. The Strip
Starting from Mandalay Bay on the south, the Strip stretches till Stratosphere casino on the north. The place is home to some of the most-visited attractions including Bellagio Fountains (famous for its complimentary light and water show), the Eiffel Tower at Paris, Las Vegas, the pyramid and sphinx belonging to The Luxor and The Venetian’s Grand Canal.
Address: Las Vegas Boulevard South
How much time do I need? If you want to visit all the key places, a complete day will fall short.
2. Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Located in The Bellagio, the place is a beautiful natural reservoir featuring gorgeous plants, flowers, and trees in an awe-inspiring display. The collection is sourced from indigenous and exported plant species from all over the world. The place looks at its best on the Chinese New Year. If you are particular about visiting the garden, consider scheduling your flights to Las Vegas between mid-January and early February when the festival commences.
Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
How much time do I need? If you are a nature lover, you must be ready to spend at least between 4 and 5 hours.
3. The Neon Museum
Founded in 1996, the Neon Museum is dedicated to the light show of Las Vegas. The place collects, preserves, studies and exhibits remarkable signs utilized for educational, historical, artistic and cultural enrichment. Some of the iconic signs include
1. The Hacienda Horse and Rider
2. The Silver Slipper
3. The Bow & Arrow Motel
4. The Binion’s Horseshoe
5. The Society Cleaners
6. The Lucky Cuss Motel
7. The Normandie Motel
Visitors can see the exhibits in the dedicated space, Neon Boneyard. Adjacently stands The North Gallery which is home to unrestored signs that are made available on request for photo/video shoots, weddings, receptions, and educational programming.
Address: 770 Las Vegas Boulevard North
How much time do I need? Expected time to cover important exhibits is 2 to 3 hours.
4. Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
If you love technology innovation and new product release, this is a must-watch event for you. The International Consumer Electronics Show is the mecca for consumers and technology innovators, retailers and their sponsors. A record 1, 82,000 visitors attended last year’s CES. Around 4,400 companies displayed their products, and one thousand speakers addressed different sections of the show.
If you don’t want to miss this grand celebration of technology, book your flights to Las Vegas in advance to skip unexpected last-minute flight fare. The event is held every year in January. CES 2019 Dates: January 8, Tuesday to January 11, Friday.
Address: The show is scheduled to be organized at multiple venues in Las Vegas including ARIA, LVCC, Mandalay Bay, Park MGM, Sands, Venetian and Westgate
How much time do I need? Depending on your technology love and what technologies you are interested in, the required time can vary from person to person.
5. Natural History Museum
Located in Downtown Las Vegas, the Natural History Museum promotes an appreciation and understanding of the global life forms that existed or exist anywhere on the planet from land to ocean and across irrespective of their timeline. The prominent exhibits include the tomb of Tutankhamun (Egypt), 35-foot long Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, Ankylosaur, the Dinosaur Mummy, Leonardo!, marine life gallery housing colorful and fascinating creatures in a 3,000-gallon tank. Explore 7 Bizarre Facts Explained about this Museum by Cheapfaremart.
Address: 900 North Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89101. The Museum is adjacent to Cashman Center.
How much time do I need? The opening hours are 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. It won’t be possible to cover everything in that. Plan your visit in advance based on your interests and preferences.
Happy traveling!
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Dindayal Gupta is a travel blogger, history and movie buff besides being a great foodie. He focuses on historical and adventure travel and endeavors to explore the uncommon things about a place. His blog includes his travel experience and advice for travelers. https://www.cheapfaremart.com
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