to where I can go and visit? It'd be a great help thanks.
2006-12-10 19:42:54 · 12 answers · asked by tyrone b 6 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Las Vegas
When you go to Las Vegas these usual things you will want to see for FREE:
1. Number one on my list is to watch the fountains displays in front 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. Simply stand on the sidewalk in front of the TI Hotel.
3. The volcano erupt in from of the Mirage Hotel; starting at dark until midnight. Again, just stand on the sidewalk in front of the hotel.
4. Go down to Fremont Street and see the light shows. 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 is like Mardi Gras parade, only suspended from the ceiling over the gambling floor. 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. This is better then the tiger habitat at the Mirage Hotel because there are usually trainers in with lions to keep them active.
7. Go to the Mirage hotel to see the white tigers that Siegfried and Roy show used. This is kinda passe because the tigers rarely do anything but sit and stare.
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.
If you are a Star Trek Fan, go to the Hilton (off the strip) for "Star Trek The Experience"; it cost about $25.
SIGHTSEE THE FREE STUFF: 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 which runs from the MGM to the Hilton 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 Barbary 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 to Vegas 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, current hotel shows and prices, plus useful coupons. Some coupons will give you a free souvenir from certain hotels; you just have to take the coupon to the hotel. They also list hotel restaurants and buffets time sand prices.
JOIN PLAYERS CLUBS: Do join ALL of the players clubs because they are your ticket to
lower priced return trips. The hotels will email you, or send by regular mail, specials on room rates and shows. The players clubs are free; all they want to see is your driver's license. You can join some of these clubs online before you go.
SHOPPING: There's shopping at Fashion show mall right next to Treasure Island Hotel (across from the Wynn Hotel), or you can drive or take a taxi or the bus south on 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 go to the food courts located in many hotels and also try one of the several Denny's restaurants on the Strip (one in the Casino Royal hotel/casino). There are also a number of McDonald, Burger King, and other fast food places on the Stip. 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 also cost less at the Circus Circus hotel/casino and in Fremont St hotel/casinos. 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 Caesars 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 Fremont St and another on Sahara Ave near Paradise Rd.
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, for those with a strong heart, three rides at the top of the Stratosphere Tower. 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. In addition, many hotels have an arcade area.
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) It’s 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 Vegas web sites.
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).
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.
2006-12-11 11:54:46 · answer #1 · answered by TINKERTOY ..... the 1 & only 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok heres the rundown First u can visit CAESARS PALACE and catch two free shows one is of caesar and the other is called race to atlantis at caesars palace they also have a ride for race to atlantis it costs liek 6.50 per person to ride. U can also go to the STRATOSPHERE and ride the huge roller coaster i think its called the big bouce or something way at the top sorry but i forgot how much it costs then u can travel on over to the FIESTA hotel and casino THEY HAVE THE BEST around the world buffet u can also go late at night and take a walk on the strip there are several shows u can catch like the pirates one at Treasure island and the volcanoe erruption at the MIRAGE as well as a just sight seeing Well i hope this was informitive so have fun and enjoy yourslef and rember what happens in vegas stays in vegas =D
2006-12-11 03:00:01 · answer #2 · answered by Mommy of 3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey. There are plenty of other things to do whilst in Las Vegas. There are two retail outlets about 15mins drive from the strip if you enjoy shopping that is. There are plenty of shows going on in various casinos, Lots of nice restaurants accross the strip, The Grand Cannon (that was amazing) and there are plenty of clubs and bars to keep you amused if thats you type of thing. Oh and also there are lots of shops in most casinos so there will always be something for you to do and that doesnt include the beautiful swimming pools, rides & strip clubs. Have fun.
2006-12-11 01:27:29 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the main freeway north for one hour and go to The Valley of Fire! Its a quick drive and a really awesome place to sight see, Ive been there three times and still want to go back. Its all red rock like sedona or utal. Really cool. Its only open during the day, so plan accordinly. Just bring a cooler with water and some sandwhiches and your all set! Its awesome, I wish I had my pics online to show you. Heres some info from wikipedia though. The hoover dam is pretty cool too. You could do both in day if you like driving! They are in opposite directions though.
2016-03-29 02:54:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat. Old car museum, Liberace museum, Plenty of shopping and eating to do. You can go watch the gambling and get free drinks pretending to gamble also lots of great entertainment and night life
2006-12-10 19:50:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the big attractions will run you some money, and availability is tougher on weekends... I would recommend that you search online at http://www.visitlasvegas.com/vegas/index.jsp and http://www.lasvegas.com/ - I recommend thrill rides during the day and a good show or two at night!
2006-12-11 10:26:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely go to see a show. Everybody is in Vegas baby!
2006-12-11 03:33:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shows, food and shopping, dancing, relaxing by the pool - every hotel offers these things!
2006-12-10 19:44:08 · answer #8 · answered by Kacky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are tons of shows, great resturants, all kinds of stuff. Hoover dam isnt that far away, red rocks canyon is cool....
Um...lots of stuff, you wont be bored.
2006-12-10 19:45:24 · answer #9 · answered by Dan H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you really must see the fountains at the bellagio. its free and it's one of my favorite things about vegas! Lucky!
2006-12-11 03:21:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Strip Clubs and Brothels!!!! YAhoo!!
2006-12-10 19:45:15 · answer #11 · answered by Allie K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋