Nevada attractions

If you’ve ever wanted to play inside a giant sandbox, book a session at Dig This Las Vegas. A reservation secures you a spot behind the controls of heavy construction equipment, which you can use to dig, push, and lift your way through an open-air playground of gravel mountains, junked cars, dirt piles, stacked tires, and more. It’s located right on the edge of town, with spectacular desert scenery that makes for an impressive backdrop.

Ethel M Chocolates has been producing handcrafted sweets for decades. At the Las Vegas factory, watch the creation of an array of decadent treats, from chocolate-covered strawberries to peanut brittle—then enjoy free samples in the gift shop.

The King of Rock and Roll is available to do it all at the Elvis Chapel in Las Vegas: he walks the bride down the aisle (if she wishes), performs the wedding ceremony, and sings classic hits. Alternatively, couples can choose to forgo the kitsch factor and opt for a traditional religious or non-religious wedding, vow renewal, or commitment ceremony.

Just a short drive from the Las Vegas Strip, Lion Habitat Ranch offers a rare chance to get close to majestic big cats in a sanctuary setting. Here, lions once used in MGM Grand’s famous habitat now roam in more natural enclosures, joined by giraffes, tortoises, and exotic birds. Keeper talks and animal feedings bring the zoo experience to life, making this a great escape for wildlife lovers, families, or anyone curious about conservation beyond the casinos.

Bodies: The Exhibition reveals the inner workings of the human body in an intensely visual, educational experience. Using preserved real human specimens, the exhibit guides you through the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and organ systems, much like an anatomy lab. Located at the Luxor, it’s the largest permanent human anatomy exhibition in the US, offering you a chance to confront mortality, science, and health in a way few museums allow.

A short drive from Vegas leads to Seven Magic Mountains, a sculptural installation featuring seven towers of brightly painted chunks of stone, which appear to balance precariously upon each other. It was created by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone and hints at the contrast between the starkness of the desert and the dazzle of urban life.

Experience the frontier days of the Wild West and take in the beautiful scenery of the Nevada high desert on a ride on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. One of the most famous of all American short-line railroads, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad operates three routes using century-old steam engines and heritage diesel locomotives.

Springs Preserve offers a green refuge in the desert, showcasing Las Vegas’s natural and cultural roots. Across 180 acres (70 hectares), you’ll wander botanical gardens, explore interactive museum galleries, stroll through desert trails, and learn about sustainable living. It’s a place where history, ecology, and innovation converge—ideal if you're with your family, love nature, or are just curious.

Experience the ultimate shooting adventure at Battlefield Vegas. Featuring a military-style complex with an indoor shooting range just off the Strip, and several desert training facilities, Battlefield Vegas offers visitors a first-person shooting experience with the largest collection of weapons available for public use in the country.

At the Nevada State Museum in Carson City, the story of the Silver State comes to life through immersive exhibits and rare artifacts. Visitors can walk through a recreated mine, see a historic coin press in action, and explore everything from ancient fossils to Indigenous art. It’s a compelling stop for travelers interested in the state’s natural wonders, cultural roots, and mining legacy.

At first glance, Omega Mart looks like a brightly lit grocery store, but push open the right fridge door, and you’ll tumble into a surreal world of glowing portals, hidden passageways, and psychedelic art. Created by the collective Meow Wolf, this immersive Las Vegas experience blends storytelling, imagination, and hands-on exploration for something that’s part art exhibit, part alternate reality. It’s weird, wonderful, and absolutely worth the detour.

One of the only non-smoking properties on the Strip, Park MGM is a favorite among people who want to experience a dialed-down version of Las Vegas. Although it’s less flashy than other nearby hotels, Park MGM still has all the trappings of a Sin City resort: good food, showstopping entertainment, outdoor pools, and a lively casino. Its top four floors are home to The Nomad—a boutique hotel-within-a-hotel experience with its own separate entrance, reception, and pool.

Universal Horror Unleashed brings the studio’s horror legacy into a permanent, walk-through attraction built for adults who want theme park scares without the theme park crowds. Located off the Strip at the popular AREA15 complex, the experience features four haunted houses inspired by horror franchises, from classic Universal monsters to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, as well as entertainment areas themed to serial killers, vampires, creepy clowns, and more. It’s not a quick jump scare and done—it’s an intricately staged night out where you can move at your own pace and decide just how deep into the darkness you want to go.

Located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas, the Four Queens is hard to miss if you’re walking down Fremont Street, where it has stood since opening its doors back in 1966. At the heart of the property is a 32,000-square-foot casino that maintains a retro vibe to this day, and features everything from slots and table games to a sports book, plus restaurants, bars, a taco shop, and hotel rooms.

The Las Vegas ARIA Campus is one of the Strip's most impressive complex developments, home to the ARIA Resort and Casino, The Shops at Crystals, multiple condominium complexes, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, and Vdara Hotel and Spa. Everything here embraces the city’s signature over-the-top excess, and most travelers will find themselves at the ARIA at some point, whether to shop, dine, stay, gamble, or relax.

Flyover in Las Vegas is an immersive flight simulation experience that lets visitors "fly" over iconic destinations like the Grand Canyon. Using cutting-edge technology, the ride features motion seating, plus wind, mist, and scent effects to create a realistic sensation of flight without leaving the ground. End your adventure with a drink at the bar on-site, The Lost Cactus.

A paradise for candy lovers, M&M’s World Las Vegas™ was the first store in the world dedicated to these sweet and colorful crowd-pleasers. Spread out over four levels, this massive candy shop sells all sorts of M&M’s merchandise and offers visitors the option to personalize candies using a printer that combines customized messages, images, and a rainbow of colors.

Las Vegas isn’t a city that’s short on entertainment options, but even with its abundance of venues, the T-Mobile Arena stands out. Located right on the Las Vegas Strip, this modern complex is home to the city’s first professional sports team, the Vegas Golden Knights, who play in the National Hockey League. It also hosts concerts, UFC matches, and other events year-round.

Big-name performers headline shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, a performance venue on the Las Vegas Strip. From divas to comedians, long-running residencies by international stars are a specialty here. While the amphitheater shape riffs on ancient Rome, the technology is state-of-the-art. Its 156 speakers and wraparound seating mean this theater earns praise for excellent sound quality and great views from every seat.

A short jaunt from the Las Vegas Strip, the Allegiant Stadium is best known as the home stadium of the Las Vegas Raiders National Football League team. This massive enclosed stadium—which has a capacity of up to 65,000 people—is also a popular venue for college sports and international sporting events, as well as for mega-concerts by acts such as Billy Joel, Sting, and Coldplay.

Rio All‑Suite Hotel & Casino offers a lively, Brazilian‑inspired retreat just a short hop from the Las Vegas Strip. With its all‑suite layout, sweeping views, multiple pools, vibrant restaurants, and sizable casino floor, it blends resort comfort with energetic nightlife and gaming. Whether you’re after relaxing in a spacious suite, catching a show, or diving into the casino action, Rio delivers a full Vegas experience with its own colorful twist.

The Circus Circus Hotel & Casino combines circus fun with Sin City entertainment. Catering to all ages, the hotel is home to the world’s largest permanent circus and the Adventuredome, an indoor amusement park featuring rides, midway games, and a classic arcade. The outdoor Splash Zone includes swimming pools, an all-ages water playground, and three waterslides. For the adult set, the resort’s casino offers slots and table games, plus a retro casino area with coin-operated slots.

A short drive north of the Las Vegas Strip, North Las Vegas Premium Outlets is an outdoor mall that spans 40 acres (16 hectares) and features around 175 designer and name-brand retailers. As one of Vegas’ premier shopping destinations, you can easily spend at least a few hours here, browsing the discounts and grabbing a bite to eat.

Topping the list of free and family-friendly things to do in Las Vegas, the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat offers an unexpected reprieve just steps from the go-go bustle of the Strip. Here you can explore 4 acres (1.5 hectares) of gardens populated with flamingos and other spectacular birds, as well as streams and waterfalls that are home to exotic fish and turtles.

Set apart by the record-setting observation tower that pierces the sky above Las Vegas, The STRAT(formerly Stratosphere Hotel and Casino) is easy to spot from anywhere on the Strip. Get your heart racing on a thrill ride, watch the sun set over the city from the revolving sky-high restaurant, groove in the REMIX lounge, or catch a show at The STRAT Theater. There’s something for all ages at this popular resort and casino.

While Zion National Park is known for its strenuous hikes and outdoor adventures, the nearby Zion Canyon Hot Springs is all about relaxation and rejuvenation. The unique natural attraction lets visitors relax in dozens of mineral-rich, geothermally heated pools surrounded by desert landscapes—a perfect way to soothe tired muscles after a day on the trails or to simply unwind and enjoy the tranquility of southern Utah.

Opened in 1952 as the sixth resort on the Las Vegas Strip, Sahara Las Vegas is among the oldest hotels on the Strip. It’s conveniently close to downtown and other major casinos, and its solid evening entertainment programs and varied dining options draw in plenty of non-resident guests.

Located on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the Chapel of Flowers is one of the original wedding spots in Las Vegas. Since 1960, couples from around the world have gotten married, renewed their vows, or professed their love with commitment ceremonies at the Little Chapel. Wedding packages run from the affordable to the glamorous, held across a range of indoor and outdoor venues on the property.

This striking feat of engineering connects Arizona and Nevada over the Colorado River. Perched about 900 feet (275 meters) above the canyon floor, the concrete-and-steel arched bridge is the second tallest in the US and offers scenic views of the Hoover Dam from above.

The Grand Canal Shoppes is a shopping and dining destination on the Las Vegas Strip featuring over 160 stores, including luxury brands. The mall evokes an Italian piazza with cobblestone walkways, a ceiling fresco resembling the sky, and, most famously, an indoor canal, where you can take gondola rides. The mall also boasts a variety of attractions, including escape rooms, karaoke experiences, and Madame Tussauds Las Vegas.