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Award Winning 3-Hour Hoover Dam Small Group Mini Tour from Vegas

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Las Vegas, USA
Viator Experience Award
High interest
Booked 10+ times today.
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Amanda_F ·
May 2026
Pick up easy to find .. Tony welcoming, provided plenty of water. Drive lovely, explanation of areas around LV. Plenty of stops .. hoover dam experience was amazing. Time for wandering and souvenir shopping. Stop at lake mead beautiful. Safely dropped off on time back to Treasure island hotel
· Krystyna_P ·
Apr 2026
Our guide and driver, Chris, was amazing! He was informative and funny as well. The small group was a great choice. The van was comfortable. Hoover dam shouldn’t be missed! Probably could’ve used more time, but very grateful that we took in this experience! Don’t hesitate!

Overview

Explore the Hoover Dam from Las Vegas, even if you have limited time, on this half-day "mini" tour that fits perfectly into your schedule. After leaving the Strip in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter van, you'll head to the dam, with stops at scenic lookout points for stunning views and great photo opportunities. You can also upgrade your tour to include a stop at the Seven Magic Mountains in the Mojave Desert.
  • Visit Hoover Dam on a tour made for those short on time
  • Round-trip transport provided from select Las Vegas Strip hotels
  • Choice or morning or afternoon tour times to suit your schedule
  • Enjoy a more personal experience with a small group

What's Included

  • 14 Passenger Mercedes Benz Vans for your comfort and safety
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off from SELECT Las Vegas Strip hotels. *Even if listed not guaranteed*
  • Pickup information will be emailed and text the night before between 5-7pm from the supplier.
  • Pickups start approximately 30mins before the tour time.
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and dropoff from Fremont Street or Off-Strip locations
  • We do not pickup at all strip hotels. You will be notified of your pickup location the night before.
  • We do not go inside of the Dam (add-on option not available)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

While you may have selected your hotel during booking, this does not guarantee pickup directly from that location. You may be asked to go to a nearby hotel instead. This helps reduce delays and avoid traffic congestion along the Strip. The hotel you select is used only to help us determine the closest pickup point. Pickup begins about 30 minutes prior to the listed tour departure time. You will receive a confirmation via email and text message from the tour operator with your exact pickup time and location. These final details are sent the evening before your tour, between 6 PM and 8 PM PST. If you require a walker or wheelchair, you must contact the supplier ahead of your pickup date to ensure the necessary accommodations are made please mention it in "notes" when booking . Sorry but NO mobility scooters or any other motorized apparatus. Only Folding wheel chairs or walkers, due to space … For security reasons at the Hoover Dam, luggage and large coolers are not allowed on the tour. Guests who arrive with prohibited items may be denied boarding. However, regular-size backpacks are permitted. Most hotels will allow you to check your luggage with the bell desk or front desk at no charge if you are a guest.

Itinerary

This tour leaves from a convenient meeting point on the Las Vegas Strip, with pickup from select hotels. From there, be transported to the Hoover Dam along with your small group.

Stop at the Lake Mead Lookout and Hoover Dam Bypass Bridgeto enjoy the views and take photos before walking across the top of the dam. View the dam, the Colorado River and Lake Mead as you make your way around the area.

If you like, choose to upgrade your experience with a visit to the Seven Magic Mountains in the Mojave Desert.

After your efficient adventure, return to Las Vegas after just a few hours.

Boulder City (Pass By)

Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Pass By)

1

Mike O'Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Colorado River (Pass By)

2

Hoover Dam

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Vans are high top custom 14 passenger Mercedes Benz vehicles
  • For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, alcohol and drugs are not permitted to be consumed during the tour
  • COOLERS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
  • Supplier is unable to accommodate motorized mobility scooters, Arriving to your tour with any of these will result in a denial of boarding
  • ONLY FOLDING wheelchairs or walkers are allowed, please mention in NOTES when booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (10)

Q:Do you offer hotel pickup for the Small-Group 3 Hour Hoover Dam Mini Tour With Strip Pickup?

A:Yes, Pickups are offered from select hotels on the Strip. Just let us know where you're staying in the "Traveler Details" section at checkout and we will do our best to coordinate a pickup location with you.

Apr 2021

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 5,312 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

It was very informative...

LaShawnda_F, Jun 2026
It was very informative and a great way to experience the Hoover Dam. Everything was timely and the guide Chris was great and helpful. He had water and umbrellas available for the sun, and offered to take our picture. I would definitely recommend and feel it is worth the money.

If they read what is...

Merry_G, Jun 2026
If they read what is attached to the tickets. Its all explained there what will happen, what they'll need to do.

Keith was a great host!...

Erin_S, Jun 2026
Keith was a great host! Funny, full of interesting information, and the overall experience was great!

Worth it!

Katelyn_C, Jun 2026
This is a wonderful outing. Tony was super friendly and knowledgeable and there was a good mix of walking and viewing with a few different stops. Plus the landscape is really unique.

Small tours

Jeniffer_F, Jun 2026
Bring a hat and sunscreen and go early Chris was wonderful . Highly recommended , he supplied us with plenty of water and great information.

Service failure-late changes and confusing instructions - most disappointing, not making it right for the customer.

Patrick_K, Jun 2026
The tour operator changed the pick-up location too late for me and my small children to adjust. Plus, I received conflicting pickup instructions from the tour operator and Viator. Viator refused to process a refund or credit. I will no longer recommend Viator and intend to share this unfortunate and unnecessary service failure widely.

Pam was an awesome guide,...

Dorian_F, Jun 2026
Pam was an awesome guide, she was friendly and very knowledgeable about all things related to the Hoover Dam and Las Vegas. Great experience having a local as a guide. When your 2 teenagers enjoyed the tour as much as the parents then you know it was a memorable experience. Thanks again Pam.😀

Thumbs up!

William_A, Jun 2026
Very cool trip and great driver/ tour guide. Info the guide gave about the dam and lake Mead was very interesting. They had plenty of water on hand for the hot temp

Amazing

Dawn_L, Jun 2026
Sit back relax and enjoy the ride There is walking but nothing that 98% of people can’t do. I had a walker and I’ll limited how much walking but I had a great time Keith was are tour guide. He had a lot of information throughout the entire trip

Amazing Hoover Dam bus tour.

Maricor_G, Jun 2026
That it was informative & kept cool all throughout the 3 hours ride. Provided with bottled water. Just enough time to maximize time allowed.

Tour guide was very...

Deanna_C, Jun 2026
Tour guide was very friendly and informative. You need to choose a longer tour to go inside at Hoover Dam. You may need to travel to another hotel for pick up.

Hoover Dam event.

Winona_W, Jun 2026
Great knowledge and experience. It was nice to have a tour guide to drive and point out landmarks. Stay hydrated.

Great Trip with Bob

Denise_M, Jun 2026
Great Tour! Request Bob! So knowledgeable and very friendly. He had plenty of cold water for all guests! It’s a lot of walking so wear comfortable shoes! But so worth it!!

Hoover Dam - small group tour

John_P, Jun 2026
Great trip - must see, bucket list, location Small group tour was a fantastic way to view Dam. Keith was a knowledgable and a nice component of the trip.

Perfect family adventure

Jennifer_B, Jun 2026
Perfect amount of time for an adventure and get back to your day. Chris was a great tour guide and kept everyone engaged in the tour.

We had an absolutely...

Robert_S, May 2026
We had an absolutely fantastic experience visiting Hoover Dam, and a huge part of that was thanks to our tour guide, John! From the moment the tour started, John was friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly engaging. His passion for the history and engineering of Hoover Dam was evident, and he shared fascinating facts and stories that made the entire experience both educational and entertaining. If you’re planning a visit to Hoover Dam, I highly recommend requesting John as your guide. He turned a great sightseeing trip into an unforgettable experience. Five stars all the way!

A positive educational tour of Hoover Dam!!!

Rambha_C, May 2026
This was one of my most educational and informative tour!!! Our tour guide Pam was very knowledgeable, her narration was excellent, besides this we found her to be very personable, warm, friendly and helpful!!! We learned a lot about the history of the dam and got a good insight as to what the water situation was and is now!!! I think this tour should be mandatory for all concerned citizens to be aware of the dire situation of drought we are in now and what measures should and can be taken to prevent catastrophic situations. We definitely owe this to our future generations!,

Our guide was full of ...

Randi_B, May 2026
Our guide was full of infotainment - loved it! They were also very accommodating with my 87-year-old mother who uses a walker. A great way to spend a day, looking at the history of the Las Vegas area and the Hoover Dam!

Keith was an amazing tour...

Rylee_L, May 2026
Keith was an amazing tour guide!! The tour was very informative and enjoyable. A great option if you are on a time crunch and want to make the most of your time. Very convenient pickups and comfortable ride! Highly recommend this tour!

Major thumbs up

Joseph_H, May 2026
Guide is a great human and so knowledgeable! The sights and history delivered are epic. A must do with this tour guide.

Gary was amazing. He has...

Thelma_S, May 2026
Gary was amazing. He has so much information and was fun to interact with. I learned more that what you can see by yourself

A Convenient way to experience The Hoover Dam

Jeanine_W, May 2026
This tour was interesting and definitely a convenient way to see, learn about and experience The Hoover Damn and the surrounding areas. It peaked my interest in desert landscape and I’d like to come back and explore Boulder City one day. I chose this particular tour over other Hoover Dam opportunities because the pickup point advertised on Viator is The Flamingo ( the hotel I was staying at). I did not find out until late the night before that I would be picked up at Tte Horseshoe. This caused me to have to change my breakfast plans and to book an uber. Our tour guide assured me that she only ever picks up and drops off at The Horse shoe and Treasure Island. I hope that Viator changes their site info accordingly to avoid others having to make similar last minute plan changes in order to arrive on time for pickup. I also think that the tour should involve some sort of icebreaker/ introduction at the beginning.

Amazing!!!!!!

Chelsea_L, May 2026
It was incredible the whole thing!! Comfortable transport super friendly tour guide amazing views I really couldn’t fault it and I’d book with the company again!

Great tour

Anett_B, May 2026
Our driver was very knowledgeable and very tentative. Gave a lot of interesting information on the way. It was two group of 4 people, perfect among fir a small group tour.

Great tour.

Rinda_V, May 2026
Our tour guide, John, was excellent! The tour hits all of the great views. Great for the whole family.

Great your!

JohnL_B, May 2026
Excellent tour! Bob did a great job giving historical context to construction of the dam, the CO River, and the entire area.

3 Hour Tour

Julie_M, May 2026
Pam was the best tour guide today. She knows all the history about Vegas, Boulder City, Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam. The tour was on time and had a very clean shuttle van. Highly recommend!

Hoover Dam Tour

Christy_P, May 2026
The deiver was excellent. Tour was informative. The 3 hours was perfect to enjoy the sights and gain history about the dam.

A Three Hour Tour!

John_C, May 2026
Great three-hour tour! Keith was a great guide and knowledgeable. Love the Bighorn Sheep! Go Golden Knights!

Great Family Tour

Katie_C, May 2026
This was a great tour. Our driver and guide, Bob, was very knowledgeable. The sprinter van was comfortable, and Bob had a cooler full of bottled water for us. As others have said, it is very windy up on the overlooks, so watch your hats and glasses. It was very cool to see the dam and learn all about its history and how it was built.
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