What are some inexpensive things to do in Vegas?

Answer 1

The usual things you will want to see for FREE in Vegas are:

1. Number one on my list is to watch the fountains displays in from of the Bellagio hotel. It usually runs every 15 minutes in summers starting at 3:00 PM; runs continuously until about midnight. Each show is different (there are more than 20 different tunes choreographed) so stay and watch at least 2 or 3. ALSO, go inside the Bellagio hotel to its lobby and view the beautiful glass sculptured ceiling AND the seasonal floral arrangements in the Atrium.

2. The “Sirens of TI” show (spectacular) in from of the Treasure Island Hotel; it runs every 90 minutes starting at about 4:30 PM.

3. The volcano erupt in from of the Mirage Hotel; starting at dark until midnight.

4. Go down to Freemont Street and see the light show. There are usually 3 or 4 different shows, starting after dark (about 8:30PM) and lasting about 5 or 10 minutes each.

5. Go to the RIO hotel to see the Masquerade in the Sky show. It runs every 60 minutes starting about 3:00 PM; the last show starts at 9:30 PM..

6. Go to the MGM Grand hotel to see the Lion habitat.

7. Go to the Mirage hotel to see the white tigers that Siegfried and Roy used.

8. Go in Caesars Palace and walk through the Forum shops to the first fountain (its spectacular) then take the first fork to the left to go see the aquarium. Then continue on through the shops to the second fountain and wait for the show to start.

9. Go into the Flamingo hotel to see their animal habitat with flamingos and penguins.

10 The Excalibur hotel also has a free show starting at 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM.

11. If you are a Star Trek Fan, go to the Hilton (off the strip) for "Star Trek The Experience"; it cost about $25.


People go to Vegas to sightsee as well as gamble. You can see most of the stuff on the Strip by walking, so you don't need a rental car. There is a free monorail between Bellagio and the Monte Carlo Hotel and also another free one between Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay. The one on the opposite side of the street you have to pay to ride. There is a free bus between Harrahs Hotel to the RIO Hotel that runs every half hour. There is also a free bus that you can get outside the Barbery Coast Casino that will take you to the Orleans and some other off strip casinos.

Plan which hotels/casinos you want to visit each day so you can make the most of your walking and the free monorails and scuttles. When you get there you will probably have in your hotel room a free guide to the city called either "What's ON" , “Showbiz”or "Las Vegas Today". These are helpful guises as they have a map of the Strip and city with the hotels marked, plus useful coupons. Some coupons will give you a free souvenir from certain hotels; you just have to take the coupon to the hotel.


SHOPPING: There's shopping at Fashion show mall right next to Treasure Island, or you can drive or take a taxi or the bus south of the Strip (just past the airport) to the outlet mall. For more shopping, drive south on I-15 to Primm, NV (at the Calif border ... about 45 miles) and there is a big outlet mall and some casinos.

DINING: The hotel coffee shops and buffets are now much more expensive than they were years ago. So, if you want to eat for less try one of the Denny's for meals (one in the Casino Royal hotel/casino and another across from the Monte Carlo hotel/casino). There are also McDonald and Burger King on the Stip near Harrahs. You can get breakfast and dinner buffets a few dollars less at the Imperial Palace hotel/casino and at the Gold Coast hotel/casino. Buffets cost less at the Circus Circus hotel/casino and in Freemont St hotel/casinos. Some hotels have food courts. There is a food court in the Monte Carlo hotel/casino, one in the NY, NY hotel/casino, and in the Palms Hotel (across the street from the RIO. There is an Outback Steak House in the Casino Royale Hotel and another across from the RIO. There is a Cheesecake Factory and a Planet Hollywood in Ceasers Forum shops. There is a Margerittaville in the Flamingo hotel. I recommend Tony Roma’s, a ribs and chicken restaurant; one in the Stardust hotel/casino, one on Freemont St and another on Sahara Ave near Paradise Rd.


If you want to see a production show, I recommend the show at Bally's, "Jubilee" (there is a "top covered" version for families at about 7:00PM) and the show at the MGM, "KA". These will cost about $90 to $100 each; that's the going rate for production shows in Vegas now. You can try for discounted show tickets at a booth in the building with the coke bottle, look for Coke World and the M&M factory. They are same day tickets; have never done this but see people doing it. If you are in Vegas as a couple, you will be stopped many times by folks in a number of hotels trying to offer free stuff in exchange for listening to time share presentations. They will get on your nerves. But if you don't mind sitting through a time share presentation you can get free show tickets or some cash. I also recommend Gladys Knight’s show at the Flamingo and also the George Wallace comedy show at the Flamingo.


MOVIES: There are movie theaters in the Palms (multiplex) and also another on the Strip across the street from the Monte Carlo hotel, near the MGM hotel.

BOWLING: If you like to bowl, there are alley's in The Gold Coast Hotel/Casino (beside the RIO) and in the Orleans Hotel Casino. .

ACT LIKE A KID: If you like roller coasters, there are roller coaster rides at the NY, NY hotel/casino, at the Sahara Hotel/Casino, and rides for those with a strong heart at the top of the Stratosphere Casino/hotel. The Circus Circus Hotel/casino has arcades and an indoor amusement park. There is a place called Game Works below the Coke World experience that has all type video games


OTHER THINGS:

RED ROCK CANYON: Its about 20 miles West of Las Vegas out Charleston Blvd (you can pick up that street at the north end of the Strip) Its a scenic drive-through park. Go early, not in the heat of the day; there's no shade.

HOOVER DAM: Drive about 30 miles southeast of Vegas and go to Hoover Dam; the National Park Service offers tours there (@ $15.) and its interesting stuff. Go on past Hoover dam to Boulder City and then to Lake Meade for a swim and/or to visit the new casino there. Also, there are tour companies that will take you on a cruise of the river below Hoover Dam. Check the web sites below.

VALLEY OF FIRE STATE PARK: Drive about 35 miles north of Vegas on I-15 and go to Valley of Fire State Park, another scenic park area.

ZION NATION PARK: It’s a long drive (about 2-3 hours), but you can drive North on I-15 to Zion National Park and back in one day.

DEATH VALLEY: If you like to visit National Parks, drive about an hour and a half south of Vegas on I-15 and take RT-127 to Death Valley National Park (total drive may be 3 hrs each way). It gets real hot, so go early morning. http://www.nps.gov/deva/ and http://www.death.valley.national-park.com/

GRAND CANYON: The drive to the Grand Canyon is 5 long hard hours on mostly two lane roads with trucks and campers (only a short way on I-40). You can drive there and back in one day if you leave early morning, like 6:00-7:00 AM. That will put you there about noon and you will have 4 or 5 hrs before starting back and getting back to Vegas about 11:00PM. I recommend staying overnight at the Canyon (there are plenty of motels near there, like Best Western, Ramada, Quality inns) and drive back the next day.

Answer 2

10 FREE THINGS TO DO IN VEGAS

The Dancing Fountains of Bellagio
The Bellagio Hotel and Casino features a breathtaking 1,000 foot long fountain display sweeping the man made lake with jets of water reaching 240 feet in the air. The mesmerizing aquatic show is set to music and happens nightly from dusk to midnight.

The Sirens of Treasure Island
A 17th century clash between sultry sirens and rogue pirates vividly told with pyrotechnics, explosions and music. Free performances nightly every 90 minutes at the front entrance of Treasure Island Hotel and Casino.

Flaming Volcano at the Mirage
At the top of each hour, from 7:00 p.m. to midnight, the earth shakes while flames shoot into the night sky. Smoke and fire spray 100 feet above the waters below, transforming a tranquil waterfall into spectacular streams of molten lava. The volcano at The Mirage has been a Las Vegas signature attraction since the resort opened in 1989, mesmerizing spectators with its thunderous display.

White Tiger Exhibit at the Mirage
While at the Mirage, be sure to visit the lobby and see several of the rare white tigers that were once featured with famed illusionists Siegfried & Roy’s magic show. The tigers habitat is open throughout the day and evening .

Freemont Street Experience
In the heart of Las Vegas you’ll find five blocks filled with fun! Shops and entertainment are lined on the sides, while overhead dazzling light and sound shows are featured every hour on the hour nightly. The shows change frequently, so visit frequently!

The Lion Habitat at the MGM Grand
See the descendants of the famous signature marquee lion in a glassed-in enclosure at the MGM Grand. You can even walk through a transparent tunnel through the habitat and see the majestic creatures up close and personal!

Masquerade Show in the Sky at Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino
Gaze upon a carnivale parade of brilliantly clad performers in floats that are suspended from the ceiling above the casino in the Masquerade Tower. The show filled with energy and great music takes place every day except Wednesdays and runs every other hour from 2pm to midnight.

Ethel M Chocolate Factory Tour
Just 10 miles from the strip is a fun self-guided walking tour of the chocolate factory that produces favorites like M&M’s and Mars Bars. The best part, everyone gets a free sample of the chocolate at the end! Don’t fear, you can work off the sweets with a walk through their cactus gardens afterwards.

Silverton Fish Feeding Show
An interactive fish feeding show featuring 4,000 fish at The Silverton Casino. A marine biologists dives in the aquarium with a full-face communication mask that allows him/her to interact with guests while feeding the animals. There is also a question and answer portion where you can ask the diver any question you'd like. The show occurs thrice daily at 1:30pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm.

Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo Las Vegas
Appropriately enough, The Flamingo Las Vegas is home to a flock of Chilean flamingos, as well as a collection of 300 birds, swans, ducks, koi and turtles! Waterfalls, streams and lush foliage imported from around the world make this wildlife habitat a great place to unwind at the end of day from all the excitement that is Las Vegas.

Answer 3

There is alot of wonderful free and/or inexpensive things to do in Vegas. Almost every casino has some kind of attraction that they are known for. Also, take advantage of the coupon books, players club memberships, etc. Usually when you sign up for a players card, you get some free things...maybe a buffet, or a little gift. It's kinda fun seeing how "cheaply" you can get by!

Answer 4

People watching and window shopping are fun in Vegas, and of course at no cost. Most of the casinos have very elaborate shopping areas full of art and mimes and little shows, plus lots and lots of shops! You can spend lots of time just looking at free shows in the casinos. Some are musical entertainment, others are acrobats, some are human sculptures, etc. Visit the Excalibur for a free magic show. Watch the Volcano erupt at night. Walk the streets of Paris...enjoy the wonderful fountain which dances to music...gosh, there is really a lot you can do without spending any money in Las Vegas!

Answer 5

Freetmont St. Experience, Sirens at TI, Fountain Show at Bellagio, and the volcano at Mirage are all free. As it is to walk thru any of the casinos (especially Wynn and Bellagio) to look around.

Go up the Eiffel Tower at Paris: $15. Going to the top of the Stratosphere, I think is about $10. Dolphin Habitat and Sigfried & Roy's Secret Garden at the Mirage is $10 or $12.

Answer 6

The Sirens show at TI, the volcano eruption and white tigers at Mirage, the fountains at Bellagio, the bird exhibit (don't know the actual name) at Flamingo, and the lions at MGM are all free. Just walking the strip and looking at the buildings is something to see. Go inside each building because they are all unique.

Freemont Street Experience is free and they also have live bands some evenings.

Answer 7

About 20 minutes outside of the city is a beautiful National Park Reserve call Red Rock Canyon. It's $5 to get in. There is a 13 mile loop you can drive...or you can stop and hike. This is the REAL Nevada...check it out.

Answer 8

EVER THING BELOW IS FREE
a lot of the casinos have free wildlife tours.
the m&m factory is cool.
fremont st at night is great( don,t forget to do the yellow brick road walk. ok is more tan but you'll see.)
the treasury island show is good.
the biligio water show is unbelievable( if you can time it right go up into the ifle tower at the paris right befor the water show the veiw of the show from there is unreal.the tower cost a few bucks but not to bad)

Answer 9

eating for one go to the buffets in the casinos and also walking seeing the strip

Answer 10

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Answer 11

Nickel slot machines :)