Las Vegas Things To Do

Bellagio Botanical Gardens

Bellagio Botanical Gardens

Vegas Interactive Map

Hoover Dam Tours

Tours Along the Strip

Strolling down the Strip is one of the most convenient and easiest ways to hit some of the best things to do in Vegas. No matter what time of day it is, Sin City will be ready to entertain.

• Free Gaming Lessons: For novice gamblers, seeing your money disappear quickly is not the best way to start your Vegas experience. Instead, sit in on lessons from the dealers themselves at casinos like Golden Nugget, Palms, Planet Hollywood and many more. Learn the ropes for free, and then win money for real afterwards, which is tops on anyone's list of best Las Vegas things to do.
• M&M's World: This four-story homage to the classic American candy features 22 different colors of M&M's on display along with every conceivable form of M&M memorabilia. Tourists can also buy unique souvenirs that are sure to please the little ones, making thiscan't-miss establishment one of the best Las Vegas things to do for kids.
• Signature Photo Spots: One of the best souvenirs one can leave Las Vegas with is a photo at the world famous "Welcome to Las Vegas" sign at the South end of the Las Vegas Strip. For those wanting a more intimate photo experience, posing with a live Vegas showgirl at Harrah's Las Vegas is another option.

Nature Lovers Unite

The great thing about Las Vegas is that visitors rarely need to leave the comforts of their own hotel to tour fascinating exhibits, and at no extra charge to boot. Whether it's a brilliant display of colors or rare animals and fauna, there is never a shortage of things to do in Las Vegas, even for those looking for wildlife in the deserts of Nevada.

• Bellagio Botanical Conservatory: After checking out the gorgeous Bellagio lobby area, plant lovers should head over to this flowery haven. Truly one of the can't-miss things to do in Vegas, beautifully sculpted floral designs and lovely gazebos transform Vegas into a plush and diverse wonderland.
• Shark Reef Aquarium: Over 2,000 animals reside in this Mandalay Bay exhibit. While looking from safety is an option, there's also a touch pool and if you are scuba certified you can even take a plunge with over 30 types of sharks, rays, sawfish and sea turtles. So really, it just depends on just how adventurous you're feeling.
• Flamingo Habitat: Those looking for colorful things to do in Vegas should visit the Flamingo Las Vegas for this aptly-titled exhibit featuring penguins, swans and other fowl in addition to the iconic pink flamingo.

Going Beyond Las Vegas

If you somehow run out of things to do in Las Vegas, several tours await just outside of the Strip's bright lights. Because they can easily be visited in a day trip, the following sites still qualify as fun Las Vegas things to do. Better yet, they're completely free.

• Hoover Dam: Even those who can't appreciate the magnitude of one of the most important and stunning engineering feats in the modern world will be blown away by the impressive height and girth of the dam. Only 30 minutes away from Las Vegas without traffic, free self-guided walking tours are available.
• Red Rock Canyon: Entering the park by car requires a small fee, but walking in is free. Geology nerds will love the various rock formations, and everyone will enjoy getting out into the fresh air for a break from the artifice of Las Vegas.
• Fremont Street Experience: Visiting the Vegas of old on Fremont St. is still one of the best things to do in Las Vegas, despite being removed from the Strip. A crazy barrel vault canopy and accompanying free light show excite the crowd, while free concerts provide musical entertainment. The shows switch themes from showing to showing, keeping it fresh for repeat visitors.