2006-09-10 23:51:04 · 13 answers · asked by Mizzie 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Las Vegas
Go west (about 20 mins from the strip) and go hiking in Red Rock Canyon! Great place to see, you'll get some beautiful pics out there as well. :)
2006-09-11 04:32:45 · answer #1 · answered by Whatever 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can Google Southern Nevada attractions to find better directions to these things, but there are some good suggestions here. Personally, I'd say you should see Hoover Dam (on the Colorado River at the NV/AZ border.) It's right on the main US Highway (93, I think) that goes from Las Vegas to AZ. Boulder City is a nice little town to stop and have lunch in on your way to or from the dam.
Red Rock Canyon is a Nevada State Park, and has a visitors' center. It's absolutely beautiful out there. In October, the weather should be fine for day hiking and such. Valley of Fire is similar, so you may only want to choose one of these, unless you're especially fond of red rock deserts.
If you like the Old West feel, there's always Calico Ghost Town in CA. It's about 90 min or so from LV. It's off I-15, the main road between LV and So Cal. That one should certainly show up on Google; just check under its name. It's commercialized, of course. If you prefer real ghosts, you can always go explore Rhyolite, NV. It's not far from LV.
If you have a particular interest, Google the Las Vegas area for your special interest. There's lots to do that has nothing to do with gaming.
2006-09-11 09:13:07 · answer #2 · answered by thejanith 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drive out to Red Rock Canyon ... there was just a big fire out there, but it will be open. It's a beautiful place see. Valley of Fire, Zion National Park, Oatman, AZ (where wild burros eat carrots out of the tourists hands), and Mount Charleston are all cool places that are a short drive from Las Vegas.
Have fun!
2006-09-11 10:00:07 · answer #3 · answered by sherirenee1954 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Head out to Lake Mead and go camping at the Echo Bay Campground or stay at the hotel and do some fishing or do some boating. That is what my famly always did when we were kids. Also on the Las Vegas Strip, there is a restaurant called the "Peppertree" you have to go there for a meal. They have the biggest meals for the right price...from what I remember.
2006-09-14 01:02:40 · answer #4 · answered by Trigger 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visit Hoover Dam, drive north on I-15 and visit the Valley of Fire, or go a bit farther north and visit Zion National Park. There is a ton of stuff to do here other than gamble. Check out the Street Experience on Fremont Street.
2006-09-10 23:58:21 · answer #5 · answered by ink_collector 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Attractions
Adventuredome Theme Park (Circus Circus Hotel and Casino) 21 rides
Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (Bellagio Hotel and Casino) (702) 693-7871 $15
Sirens of TI (Treasure Island Las Vegas) nightly at 7:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 10:00
Cinema Ride (Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace)
Circus Acts (Circus Circus Hotel and Casino)
Different acts perform each half hour from 11 a.m. to midnight. (702) 734-0410
Eiffel Tower replica (Paris Las Vegas) tickets at E.T. gift shop
Fountain Shows (Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace)
Fountains of Bellagio (Bellagio Hotel and Casino) m-f 3-12am
Guinness World Records Museum
2780 South Las Vegas Boulevard. (702) 792-3766
High Roller Coaster and Big Shot (Stratosphere Las Vegas)
Houdini Museum at the Venetian Las Vegas
Imperial Palace Auto Collection (Imperial Palace Las Vegas)
Lion Habitat (MGM Grand Hotel and Casino) 11-10 pm
M & M World (Showcase Mall next to MGM Grand Hotel and Casino)
Manhattan Express (New York New York Las Vegas) A Coney Island-style roller coaster twists, loops and dives around the New York New York Las Vegas resort's perimeter.
Shark Reef (Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino) $16 kids 4 down free
Showcase Mall (next to MGM Grand Hotel and Casino) coke store
The Siegfried & Roy Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat (Mirage Las Vegas) 10-7 pm $15 3 under free
Speed-The Ride (Sahara Hotel and Casino) roller coaster
Stratosphere Observation Decks (Stratosphere Las Vegas) 10-1am $10 with ride $20. tickets 2nd floor retail level
The Tomb and Museum of King Tut (Luxor Hotel and Casino)
The Volcano at the Mirage (Mirage Las Vegas) 8-12am aquarium
at the resort’s entrance erupts every few minutes after dusk
White Tiger Habitat (Mirage Las Vegas) Siegfried & Roy's
Wildlife Habitat (Flamingo Hilton Las Vegas)
Gondola Ride (Venetian) 10-11pm every 15 min. tickets open 9am private 2 $50
Legends in concert (imperial Palace) $50 7:30 10:00
2006-09-11 08:17:47 · answer #6 · answered by grs 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm going to Vegas in October. When can look forward to seeing each other without knowing it!
2006-09-11 00:00:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Grand Canyon. If you can afford it go by helicopter (otherwise it's a 4 hour drive) and make sure the pilot is experienced enough to take you right inside the canyon. A fab experience.
2006-09-10 23:54:30 · answer #8 · answered by cobster 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a show. I went to see Celine Dion and Circle Du Soleil - The latter was magical!! Not sure whats on at the moment but I'm sure your hotel will hook you up or try Ticketmaster - have a great time.
2006-09-11 00:18:01 · answer #9 · answered by noni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the desert, outside the city - The Valley Of Fire.
It is one of the lovliest places I have ever seen.
2006-09-10 23:58:03 · answer #10 · answered by zen 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋