Vegas entertainment: things to do in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is famous for endless entertainment. The seductive Sin City is the ultimate escape. Besides, you have the best alibi since what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Whatever you decide to do, you will leave Vegas knowing that you've had the time of your life.
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See, play, shop, eat
Las Vegas excels in entertainment opportunities. Vegas shows, slots, food, fountains - there's everything for everyone's taste.
See
Cruise the Strip. Las Vegas Blvd, known as "the Strip", is home to many casino hotels. It runs south to Mandalay Bay and north to Stratosphere having as a mid-point the intersection at Flamingo Rd.
First-timers should never miss the dancing musical fountains at Bellagio. Visitors can have a look at the pyramid of the Luxor as well as a taste of Europe with the Paris' Eiffel Tower replica or by riding a gondola and watch the singing gondoliers at the Venetian.
It's recommended to visit the strip after dark. The view is absolutely spectacular.
Play
You can also catch a show before midnight, dance till dawn and then chill out in a spa.
Gambling in Las Vegas is a must whether you sit at a roulette table or in front of a penny slot machine. Most major casinos are based down-town on the Freemont Street Experience, except for The Stratosphere.
Shop
Many hotels, located on the Las Vegas strip, have wide shopping areas selling top brand names. You could simply window shopping or, if you wish, spend a year's salary.
Also available is the Las Vegas Outlet Centre, an extensive outlet mall with great brands at incredible prices. If you purchased a cheap holiday to
Las Vegas you may enjoy Vegas shopping with the money you saved.
Eat
All major casino hotels have a 24-hour casino cafe, which offers specials after midnight.
In almost all restaurants, you'll find a great choice of vegetarian appetizers and side dishes that can be easily combined in a good healthy meal.
If you want to book a table in a pricey restaurant, you should do that as much in advance as possible.
Out of town sights
Grand Canyon National Park
Located 275 miles east from Las Vegas,Grand Canyon is the United States' most famous natural attraction. If you have limited time, sightseeing day trips from Vegas are the best options.
For more details visit Nps.gov
Red Rock Canyon
Located at a 40-minute drive from the Strip, the Red Rock Canyon is a must see for any Vegas visitor.
It is a 3,000 ft rugged escarpment produced by thrust fault.
The contrast between the Strip's neon glow and the amazing natural forces of the canyon is remarkable.