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United States Las Vegas travel guide
8 things to do in Las Vegas, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Las Vegas
- The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod — hotel, casino, and tower located in Las Vegas (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Adventuredome — Indoor amusement park at Circus Circus in Winchester, Nevada, USA (visit ≈ 45 min)
- National Atomic Testing Museum — history museum in Nevada, United States (visit ≈ 120 min)
- The Colosseum at Caesars Palace — theater on the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Guggenheim Hermitage Museum — in Paradise, Nevada (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay — aquarium in Nevada, United States (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Guardian Angel Cathedral — Catholic cathedral in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (visit ≈ 35 min)
- PH Live — theater in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (visit ≈ 20 min)
3-day Las Vegas walking itinerary
Starting point: Center Strip. The top 7 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 6.7 km · 9,080 steps · 1 h 29 min on the way): PH Live → Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay
- Day 2 (≈ 8.9 km · 12,040 steps · 1 h 58 min on the way): National Atomic Testing Museum → Guardian Angel Cathedral
- Day 3 (≈ 7.9 km · 10,720 steps · 1 h 46 min on the way): Adventuredome → Guggenheim Hermitage Museum → The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Las Vegas
- The Neon Museum — Open-air 'boneyard' of giant neon signs from old casinos and motels; evening tours are best. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Seven Magic Mountains — Desert art installation of seven towers of stacked boulders painted in fluorescent colours. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Red Rock Canyon — Red sandstone cliffs west of the city with a scenic drive and trails; a quick escape from the Strip. (visit ≈ 180 min)
- Hoover Dam — Huge art deco dam on the Colorado River; walk across its crest over the Nevada–Arizona line. (visit ≈ 120 min)
Where to stay in Las Vegas
- Center Strip: Right among Bellagio, Caesars and the big shows.
- South Strip: Big resort hotels, closest to the airport.
- Downtown / Fremont: Old Vegas vibe, cheaper hotels and the light canopy.
Getting from the airport to Las Vegas
- Harry Reid (LAS): The airport is very close to the Strip; taxi or rideshare ≈ 15 min.
Getting around
The Strip is walkable but distances are longer than they look; the Deuce bus and the monorail help. Use Uber/Lyft for farther trips.
Classic places to eat
- Golden Steer Steakhouse: A classic steakhouse since 1958, once visited by the Rat Pack.
- Peppermill Restaurant: A neon-lit diner open 24 hours since 1972.
- Hugo’s Cellar: An old-school room under the Four Queens, where ladies get a rose.
- Lotus of Siam: A long-loved restaurant famous for northern Thai cooking.
- Battista’s Hole in the Wall: An Italian restaurant with memorabilia-covered walls since 1970.
Romantic views
- Fountains of Bellagio (Evening): A giant water show dancing to music.
- Bellagio Conservatory (Late night): Flower displays that change with the seasons.
- Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign (Evening): A couple’s photo at the city’s iconic sign.
Good to know before visiting Las Vegas
- Fine: Carrying open alcohol in the street is banned in most cities.
- Fine: Cannabis remains illegal federally: banned in national parks, airports and across state lines.
- Fine: Declare fruit, vegetables, meat and other food at customs; undeclared items are fined.
- Warning: The drinking age is 21; bars and shops ask for ID.
- Warning: Healthcare is very expensive; get comprehensive travel medical insurance.
- Price tags exclude sales tax, which is added at the till.
Extra rules for Nevada / Las Vegas
- Fine: You must be 21 to gamble or linger on casino floors.
- Fine: Cannabis is legal for 21+, but not in casinos, hotels or in public.
- Warning: Open alcohol is allowed on the Strip and Fremont, but not in glass bottles or cans.
- Hotels add a daily resort fee on top of the room rate.
- Emergency: 911
- Plugs: A/B, 120V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
- Tipping: Tipping 18–22% in restaurants is all but mandatory; $1–2 per drink at bars.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection — ESTA, Wikivoyage — United States of America, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Las Vegas travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Las Vegas?
- The top 7 places in the centre take about 3 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel.
- What are the top things to do in Las Vegas?
- Highlights: The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod, Adventuredome, National Atomic Testing Museum, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and Guggenheim Hermitage Museum. The map has 8 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Las Vegas?
- Center Strip: Right among Bellagio, Caesars and the big shows. Other options: South Strip and Downtown / Fremont.
- How do you get from the airport to Las Vegas city centre?
- Harry Reid (LAS): The airport is very close to the Strip; taxi or rideshare ≈ 15 min.
- How do you get around Las Vegas?
- The Strip is walkable but distances are longer than they look; the Deuce bus and the monorail help. Use Uber/Lyft for farther trips.
- What is the emergency number in Las Vegas?
- Emergency: 911.
- Do you tip in Las Vegas?
- Tipping 18–22% in restaurants is all but mandatory; $1–2 per drink at bars.
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