What are the best things to do in Las Vegas?

A few of my friends and I are meeting up in Vegas for a weekend, but we haven’t really made a solid plan of action yet. What are the best things to do in Las Vegas?

Shannon Fitzgerald · Updated on Mar 20, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Planning a weekend in

Las Vegas

can quickly become overwhelming—there are truly an infinite number of sights, smells, and sounds in this famous

Nevada

city.

To help you out, here’s just a small list of the best things to do in Las Vegas (as recommended by fellow Vegas travelers):

The Strip—From casinos to clubs to the campiest hotels in the West, you can’t do Vegas without the Strip. Just walking along this glittery route will bring you to landmarks like the Eiffel Tower Viewing Platform, the Venetian’s Grand Canal, and Caesars Palace.

The Bellagio Fountain—Located on the Strip, this musical, dancing fountain is an absolute must-see (and one of Vegas’ few free shows).

Cirque du Soleil—Vegas knows how to put on a good performance, and this one is no exception.

The Mob Museum—For a glimpse into Vegas’ darker history, this museum sheds some interactive light on the city’s gangster era.

Fremont Street—The older area of Vegas, Fremont Street is home to the more classic casinos along with a new Viva Vision light show and SlotZilla zip line.

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area—If you want a nature break from the Vegas chaos, this beautiful Mojave Desert canyon offers a scenic 13-mile red rock drive.

SPEEDVEGAS—If you happen to win big at the slots, SPEEDVEGAS offers the expensive opportunity to get behind the wheel of some of the world’s most luxurious vehicles. We’re talking

Corvettes

Camaros

, and exotic Lamborghinis just to name a few.

If you’re planning on using a rental car during your epic Vegas weekend, you’ll want to include

rental car coverage

in your plan of action, as well.

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