Viva Las Vegas!

Johanna Metsch

14 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day adventure in the dazzling city of Las Vegas. Discover hidden gems, immerse yourself in thrilling attractions, and experience the vibrant energy of the Strip. Get ready for a journey filled with excitement, entertainment, and unforgettable memories!

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Viator

Day 1Parks, Museums, and Nature

$ 10

City park with play & picnic areas and a pond, plus the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza theater.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Airy children's learning museum offering interactive exhibits exploring art, science, food & more.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Natural world & historical artifacts explored through interactive exhibits, dioramas & classes.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Fossils, Neon, and Parks

$ 10

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Arid valley with prehistoric fossils of mammoths, lions & camels, plus rare Las Vegas bearpoppies.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Sizable, 120-acre local park offering a selection of playgrounds, dog runs, picnic areas & more.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Guided tours of a collection of Vegas signage, some from famous landmarks, from the 1930s to today.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Ziplines, Fremont Street, and Spectacular Fountains

$ 10

Slot machine–inspired thrill attraction featuring a higher, prone-position line & a lower zip line.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Sprawling 24-hour mall featuring a huge LED canopy, casino & restaurant access, plus entertainment.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Nature-focused complex with a preserve, botanical gardens & walking paths, plus museums & events.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Soaring, iconic fountains featuring dramatic aquatic shows choreographed with music & lights.

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

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Free

Day 4Surreal Art, Thrilling Rides, and Artistic Wonders

$ 10

Imaginative, immersive installation with interactive artwork, optical illusions & hidden passages.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Climate-controlled amusement park featuring rides, arcade, midway games & miniature golf.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Art museum with a native plant garden located on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Underwater World, Mob History, Racing Fun, and Scenic Overlook

$ 15

Sharks, rays, turtles & more in immersive & interactive displays, including a simulated shipwreck.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Interactive exhibits in historic courthouse tell stories of Mob's rise & law enforcement's response.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix Family Fun Center

4 go-kart & grand prix tracks for kids & adults, plus arcade, food, amusement rides & party room.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Wetlands, Hoover Dam History, and Lake Mead

$ 10

Trails & wetlands for walking, picnicking & bird-watching, plus 45,000-sq.-ft. nature center.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Photographs, artifacts & personal accounts of the construction of the Hoover Dam & Boulder City.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Railroad Museum and Golfing Paradise

$ 5

Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City

Heritage railroad museum featuring rides aboard old-school trains along historic rail routes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Mountain-backed golf course & a Tuscan-design clubhouse with a dining room, cigar lounge & shop.

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Relaxation at Hemenway Park

Small city park with tennis & basketball courts, a playground, picnic shelters & views of Lake Mead.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $70 In total

Activities & Food:Free

Transport:$70