Viva Las Vegas - Guidebook
Local Attraction
South Las Vegas Boulevard
The #1 reason why tens of millions of people visit Las Vegas each year. The Strip has something for everyone, from Michelin-star restaurants to world-class casinos and nightclubs to spectacular live shows and more.
37 locals recommend
Las Vegas Strip
South Las Vegas Boulevard
The #1 reason why tens of millions of people visit Las Vegas each year. The Strip has something for everyone, from Michelin-star restaurants to world-class casinos and nightclubs to spectacular live shows and more.
Hotels & Casinos
The Wynn and Encore are a couple of our favorites, and critics agree. They both regularly earn 5 stars for their hotel, restaurant and spa.
31 locals recommend
Encore At Wynn Las Vegas
3121 Las Vegas Blvd SThe Wynn and Encore are a couple of our favorites, and critics agree. They both regularly earn 5 stars for their hotel, restaurant and spa.
Pretend like you are in Venice as you walk along the indoor canals, where you can even get a gondola ride. A Las Vegas classic.
102 locals recommend
The Venetian Las Vegas
3355 S Las Vegas BlvdPretend like you are in Venice as you walk along the indoor canals, where you can even get a gondola ride. A Las Vegas classic.
Shop at The Forum Shops or watch a show at The Colosseum. Caesar’s is always a fun one to visit.
120 locals recommend
Caesars Palace
3570 S Las Vegas BlvdShop at The Forum Shops or watch a show at The Colosseum. Caesar’s is always a fun one to visit.
The Strip’s first standalone boutique hotel. Come here for cheaper buy-ins at the casino than other hotels.
11 locals recommend
The Cromwell Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
3595 S Las Vegas BlvdThe Strip’s first standalone boutique hotel. Come here for cheaper buy-ins at the casino than other hotels.
The most expensive hotel of its time when it was built, and to be inside is to still feel surrounded by luxury. It’s most famous for its Dancing Fountain. The seasonal flowers at the Conservatory are also beautiful.
230 locals recommend
Bellagio Hotel & Casino
3600 S Las Vegas BlvdThe most expensive hotel of its time when it was built, and to be inside is to still feel surrounded by luxury. It’s most famous for its Dancing Fountain. The seasonal flowers at the Conservatory are also beautiful.
A couple of the newer hotels on the Strip, these two have a more “hip” vibe.
32 locals recommend
ARIA Resort & Casino
3730 S Las Vegas BlvdA couple of the newer hotels on the Strip, these two have a more “hip” vibe.
NYNY is a reminder of the days when all the hotels on the Strip were themed.
46 locals recommend
New York-New York Hotel & Casino
3790 S Las Vegas BlvdNYNY is a reminder of the days when all the hotels on the Strip were themed.
Foods & Drinks
Nobu Las Vegas
4455 Paradise RoadCaesar’s Palace - $$$$ - high-end Japanese cuisine
Sadelle's
3600 S Las Vegas BlvdBellagio - $$-$$$ - brunch next to a lovely garden
The Linq - $$ - High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.
62 locals recommend
Yard House
11011 W Charleston BlvdThe Linq - $$ - High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.
Bardot Brasserie
3730 S Las Vegas BlvdAria - $$$ - French food by Michael Mina
The Chandelier
3708 Las Vegas Blvd SCosmopolitan - multi-level crystal adorned lounge
Skybar
3752 Las Vegas Blvd SWaldorf Astoria - admire the view of the Strip over cocktails
Shopping
Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
3663 S Las Vegas BlvdPlanet Hollywood
The Forum Shops at Caesars
3500 Las Vegas Blvd SCaesar’s Palace
The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort
3377 Las Vegas Blvd SThe Venetian
Fashion Show
3200 Las Vegas Blvd Snext to Treasure Island
The Shops At Crystals
3720 S Las Vegas BlvdCity Center (by Aria)
Shows
Cirque du Soleil
1151 Grier DriveThere are several Cirque shows on the Strip to choose from.
Absinthe
3570 S Las Vegas BlvdCaesar’s Palace - a more intimate, raunchy Cirque-type show
Las Vegas Shows Magic Theater
810 S Las Vegas BlvdBlack and White Magic show
Nightclubs / Dayclubs
Encore - Lavish, gold-accented dance club featuring poolside patio & headliner DJs. Also: Encore Beach Club.
126 locals recommend
XS Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Boulevard SouthEncore - Lavish, gold-accented dance club featuring poolside patio & headliner DJs. Also: Encore Beach Club.
MGM - Renowned London-based Asian-fusion brand presents this massive nightclub, lounge & eatery.
105 locals recommend
Hakkasan Las Vegas Nightclub
3799 S Las Vegas BlvdMGM - Renowned London-based Asian-fusion brand presents this massive nightclub, lounge & eatery.
Caesar’s Palace - Large, tri-level club offering DJs & dancing plus bottle service & Strip views.
194 locals recommend
Tao Nightclub
3570 S Las Vegas BlvdCaesar’s Palace - Large, tri-level club offering DJs & dancing plus bottle service & Strip views.
The Cromwell - Party spot with luxe leather seating & private tables in swanky surrounds.
174 locals recommend
Drai's Nightclub
3595 S Las Vegas BlvdThe Cromwell - Party spot with luxe leather seating & private tables in swanky surrounds.
Family-friendly
by the Linq Hotel - 550 ft tall ferris wheel giving sweeping views of the Strip. Tickets start at $17.50 for Youth, $34.50 for Adults. A Happy Hour open bar option is $60.
233 locals recommend
High Roller
3545 S Las Vegas Blvdby the Linq Hotel - 550 ft tall ferris wheel giving sweeping views of the Strip. Tickets start at $17.50 for Youth, $34.50 for Adults. A Happy Hour open bar option is $60.
next to New York, New York - Catch a hockey game, UFC fight, or concert in this indoor arena.
108 locals recommend
T-Mobile Arena
3780 Las Vegas Blvd Snext to New York, New York - Catch a hockey game, UFC fight, or concert in this indoor arena.
by MGM - an unforgettable new twist on Golf. Different levels are available for all ages or 21+.
121 locals recommend
Topgolf
4627 Koval Lnby MGM - an unforgettable new twist on Golf. Different levels are available for all ages or 21+.
by MGM - one of the few very child friendly shops on the Strip, this is a four-level monument to the colorful fun of M&M'S.
26 locals recommend
M&M'S
3785 S Las Vegas Blvdby MGM - one of the few very child friendly shops on the Strip, this is a four-level monument to the colorful fun of M&M'S.
by MGM - Enjoy delicious Coke Floats and sample 16 different international beverages.
14 locals recommend
Coca-Cola Store Las Vegas
3785 S Las Vegas Blvdby MGM - Enjoy delicious Coke Floats and sample 16 different international beverages.
Circus Circus - Adventuredome is a 5 acre indoor amusement park featuring over 25 rides and attractions. Tickets start at $20. The Midway features classic arcade games, carnival games, and prizes.
Circus Circus Drive
Circus Circus DriveCircus Circus - Adventuredome is a 5 acre indoor amusement park featuring over 25 rides and attractions. Tickets start at $20. The Midway features classic arcade games, carnival games, and prizes.