Attractions
Venetian Hotel and Casino
It cost $2 billion to create the Venetian Hotel, a Venice in the middle of the Nevada desert. The impressive structure has working canals that run through the hotel and a replica of St Mark’s Square and the Basilica. You can take a gondola around the hotel and pretend you’re countries away. The casino is huge. There are 2,500 slot machines and 125 gaming tables, five swimming pools, a fitness centre and 17 restaurants. It’s also the home to Madame Tussaud’s Las Vegas, where you can visit wax statues of the world’s most famous people.
Address: 3355 Las Vegas Blvd.
Telephone: (702) 414 1000.
Website: www.venetian.com.
Hours of operation: daily, 24 hours. Madame Tussauds: Opening hours vary.
Admission: Hotel and Casino are free. Madame Tussauds: Adults - $25, Children (ages 6-12) - $15.
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
One of Vegas’ most exquisite hotels and casinos, this luxury hotel boasts more than 3,000 rooms, hundreds of slot machines, and shops and restaurants that are world-renowned. The hotel is best known for its choreographed water show, the Fountains of Bellagio, which runs from 3pm to midnight on weekdays and from noon at weekend. The spa and salon, fantastic nightlife, and impressive Gallery of Fine Art are just the start at this iconic hotel.
Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd
Telephone: (702) 693 7111
Website:www.bellagiolasvegas.com
Hours of operation: Daily 24 hours. The art gallery opens daily 9am to 10pm.
Admission: Free, hotel and casino; $15, fine art gallery.
The Mirage
Check-in at the front desk and try to pay attention to the concierge. It'll be difficult - the enormous saltwater aquarium behind the front desk is home to exotic sea creatures. Splurge on a dinner at one of the many fine dining establishments, and then follow your tasting menu with a live performance, whether your preference is Cirque du Soleil or laugh-a-minute stand-up comics. The casinos, spa, and bounty of nightlife options are a fabulous way to experience quintessential Vegas.
Address: 3400 S Las Vegas Boulevard
Telephone: (702) 791 7111
Website: www.mirage.com
The Luxor
Egyptian-themed Luxor Las Vegas Hotel and Casino is a sight to behold. The black-glass pyramid stands out on the neon-bathed Strip, attracting visitors to stay in its 36 floors of hotel rooms. Both historic and performance exhibits make their way through the iconic hotel and casino, so book in advance if you’re interested in catching dinner and a show. Play the slots below a recreation of King Tut’s Tomb, or check out the Imax Theatre, swimming pools, and casual and fine dining options, all conveniently located within walking distance of your accommodation.
Address: 3900 S Las Vegas Blvd
Telephone: (877) 386 4658 or (702) 262 4444
Website:www.luxor.com
Liberace Museum
Founded in 1979 by the late entertainer himself, the Liberace Museum features "Mr Glitter’s" outlandish jewellery and outfits, and other bejewelled memorabilia. A regular visitor to Vegas, Liberace personified the glitz and glamour of Sin City. Now his vast collection of pianos and cars, including a custom-made Rolls Royce covered in mirrored tiles, is on show for all to see. Proceeds from the museum support students through the Liberace Foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts.
Address: 1775 E Tropicana Ave (at Spencer)
Telephone: (702) 798 5595
Website:www.liberace.org
Hours of operation: Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, noon-4pm
Admission: $15
Imperial Palace Auto Collection
If you love cars, you can't miss the Imperial Palace Auto Collection, where more than 250 classic antique cars are displayed. The best part is that all are available for purchase. Once a car is sold, another replaces it so the stock levels are always high. Come with your hardest-working credit card in hand; these hot wheels go fast.
Address: 3535 S Las Vegas Blvd
Telephone: (702) 794 3174
Email:info@autocollections.com
Website:www.autocollections.com
Hours of operation: Daily, 10am-6pm
Admission: Free admission with vouchers printed from the official website, otherwise $8.95 for adults, and $5 for seniors and children aged 3-12. Children under 3 are free.
Fremont Street Experience
Vegas Vic and Sassy Sal, two looming, iconic neon signs that have for generations represented Vegas to the world, welcome visitors to the Fremont Street Experience. Old-school casinos such as the Golden Nugget and the Gold Spike call this downtown area home, as do most strip clubs and live shows. After the sun goes down, 12 million lights make five blocks come alive. Bring your camera – and walking shoes, of course – for a taste of true Vegas.
Address: 425 Fremont St
Website:www.vegasexperience.com
Admission: Free
Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil is a modern Las Vegas standard. The company runs seven different shows – including O at the Bellagio, Mystere at Treasure Island, Zumanity at New York, New York and Viva Elvis at Aria Resort & Casino – throughout Sin City. Grab tickets before your flight to Las Vegas departs – Cirque du Soleil shows are among the hottest tickets in town.
Address: Various venues
Website:www.cirquedusoleil.com
Admission: Show times and ticket prices vary
