Excited about going to Vegas.?

Question

Need help in where to go, and what to do. Very excited about the trip, not sure where to start.

Answer 1

I go to Vegas all the time; here's what you need to know.
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.

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.

Answer 2

This is an exciting town. For many first timers, as well as expierienced travelers, Las Vegas can be overwhelming.

Pace yourself. Let us know when you are coming, where you are staying (downtown? on the Strip?) and for how long. Age group you are in.

There is a lot to do no matter where you fall in the adult age catagory.
New shows, great people watching and lots of food.
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Answer 3

Aloha from Down Unda!

Try relax!

There's too much for you to do & excitement will impeed your ability to drink it in while you're in town!

Step away from the Answers just long enough to catch your breath & come back to
Yahoo!Answers > Travel > United States > Las Vegas & follow the 'Discover', 'Best Answers' & the advice of all those above.
(There's at least 2 'Best Answer' by my name in the Las Vegas Category & several references!)

You'll be fine!

[We're 'enroute' in about 112 hours! But who's countin?8-)]

K-den, Dorfus :O)) Chucklenose

Answer 4

you will either love it or hate it - its that type of place - once you get there you will find signs promotions and loads of advertising material offering alsorts to do.You could spend a few days just checking out the hotels on the strip and fremont street as they are all different and based on themes, also theres the famous little white chapel along with about 20 others - alot of time is taken up on the huge amount of play machines & tables - there is just so much to do there no one can really say do this or that it depends on your fancy when you are there, the grand cannon and night sky ride of vegas are great

Answer 5

Take a look at the resolved questions in this category. I'm sure there will be questions that others have ask that will be of interest to you. Read the best answer to those questions, hopefully they will have some good info that you can use.

Answer 6

I know it's overwhelming; I've gone about 12 times in five years and it's taken that long to get to know my way around. These are great sites with up-to-date info:
http://www.vegas.com
http://www.vegas4visitors.com
http://www.lasvegas.com
You NEED to plan ahead, but it's easy from your computer! You'll find maps, reservations, everything you need. Except $$...my hint: save money by staying downtown. Also see:
http://www.cheapovegas.com
Humorous but also informative.

Answer 7

i live in vegas and its a lot of fun but you need money for some but not all you should see all the free shows and eat at a buffet

Answer 8

thanks for asking this question. You have received some wonderful and thorough suggestions. Thanks for the info too.