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Guide To Vegas

Though the casinos are undoubtedly Vegas’s prime attraction, the city is also surprisingly culture-based, with a number of interesting museums and landmarks. However, you can’t really say you’ve experienced the place without seeing a show or spinning the roulette wheel at least once. The fairytale-like atmosphere that everyone knows from the films and TV shows really does exist here, in all its overproduced – yet spectacular – glory.

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When To Go

If you’re after a less busy time to visit, then November to February are worth investigating. The only problem with this period is that some of the shows shut down. There is still plenty to do though – as there is all year round. Scorching summers are immensely busy too (though uncomfortable if you don’t like the heat).

Top 5 Places To Stay

  • Stratosphere Tower

    Located on the northern end of the Strip, this 24-story hotel is within two miles of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Madame Tussauds and Fashion Show Mall. As well as the casino and top-of-the-roof attractions, large guestroom windows provide stunning views of the city of Las Vegas or surrounding mountains.

  • MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

    Guarded by a 45ft lion and clad in emerald-green glass, this massive, 5000 room hotel on the south end of the Strip is about five miles from downtown Las Vegas. Attractions at the hotel include the Cirque du Soleil production KÀ, Studio 54 nightclub, and a lion habitat.

  • Best Western McCarran Inn

    This three-story hotel is a mile from the airport and the strip. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature complimentary wireless internet access, coffeemakers, irons/ironing boards and hair dryers.

  • Flamingo Las Vegas

    The first casino hotel in Las Vegas, the Flamingo anchors the famous four corners of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road. A pool complex with a lagoon, waterfalls, and waterslides is set amid lush gardens. The 3500 guestrooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, loveseats and upholstered armchairs.

  • Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino

    Located on the Strip, this Asian-themed hotel is within a mile of the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum. Attractions include a classic-auto collection (valued at $100 million) and celebrity impersonators.

Top 5 Things To Do On Your Visit

  • Swimming at The Mirage Hotel

    Away from the hotel’s casino is this huge exotic swimming pool and bar. Lavishly designed to include palm trees, fake waterfalls, trees and birds, it’s decidedly out of place, considering you are actually in the middle of Nevada!

  • Stratosphere Tower

    The tallest free-standing observation tower in the US, the views from the top of Stratosphere Tower are utterly rewarding. It’s the only way to get a real feel for the size of the place. Of course, being Las Vegas, this isn’t all it offers. There’s also a rollercoaster up there…and a reverse bungee jump that shoots you 160ft higher.

  • The Liberace Museum

    Probably the world’s best tribute to the pianist, The Liberace Museum is as flamboyant as the man himself. Many of the items on show here are his personal belongings.

  • Gaming Classes

    Many places, including the Las Vegas Hilton offer free gaming classes, so you can brush up on your poker skills before hitting the tables. Even if you don’t actually want to play, it’s still nice to be able to understand what’s going on, and the 30-minute classes are an ideal way to get into the spirit of things.

  • The Strip

    A neon wilderness of lights, sounds and people, to stroll down The Strip at night is to experience Vegas at its most lively. If you can settle into a restaurant or café, it’s stunning to simply people watch. Otherwise, it’s best just to go with the flow!

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